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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Jacob Stolworthy

Chris Pratt recalls getting more laughs the ‘fatter’ he became on Parks and Rec

Chris Pratt has reflected on his trajectory from sitcom buffoon to action hero, revealing that he thinks he “represents the underdog who made his way to success”.

He also said that he gained 30 to 40 pounds while playing Andy Dwyer in Parks and Recreation, as he discovered he was getting more laughs as a consequence of gaining weight.

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