This character may have been the constant punchline in Parks and Rec but behind the scenes, things weren’t quite as they seemed. Known for his clumsy mishaps, unfortunate timing, and an endless list of wrong names, he was the well-meaning but endlessly mocked employee of Pawnee’s Parks department. Yes, we are talking about Jerry Gergich, played by Jim O’Heir.

While viewers laughed along with the jokes, some cast members occasionally felt the humor pushed the envelope, particularly Chris Pratt. In his memoir, O’Heir shared some behind-the-scenes stories that will melt your heart.

Parks and Rec‘s Jim O’Heir recalls Chris Pratt checked on him when a scene went too far Chris Pratt as Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation | Credit: NBC

In his new memoir, Welcome to Pawnee: Stories of Friendship, Waffles, and Parks and Recreation, actor Jim O’Heir opens up about his experience playing Jerry Gergich,...