Steve Carell has officially announced that he plans to leave his hit TV show The Office after his contract expires at the end of next season.
On the show Carell plays the egotistical and always hilarious office boss Michael Scott, a role which has garnered him worldwide recognition and a devout following.
During an interview with Us Magazine Carell said he would make his exit in May 2011, when asked if he would leave he simply stated:
“Yes, it will be my last.” adding “It’s the last (season) on my contract, and I want to honor my contract.”