Chili's officially forgives The Office actress Jenna Fischer 11 years later
If you're a fan of The Office, you probably remember the famous Dundies episode -- and how the secretary, Pam, got so drunk that she was banned from Chili's for life:
The episode aired in 2005; despite Pam saying she "felt God in this Chili's tonight," she was barred from entering anyway. Just this week, Pam actress Jenna Fischer attempted to go once again:
Should I try to go in? pic.twitter.com/HDpPqzA0by
— Jenna Fischer (@jennafischer) February 6, 2017
Fischer joked, "Should I try to go in?"
Thankfully, Chili's has officially decided to forgive Pam -- and Fischer. Following her tweet, the chain released a statement lifting her ban:
BREAKING: Chili’s lifts permanent ban on Pam (@JennaFischer), welcomes her back to any #Chilis restaurant: https://t.co/jw76381O8K
— Chili's Grill & Bar (@Chilis) February 7, 2017
The statement reads: "Effective immediately, Chili's Grill & Bar has removed the longstanding ban on a Scranton, Pennsylvania woman who allegedly caused a disturbance during a company awards party held at a Chili's near the Pennsylvania town of Scranton."
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Kelli Valade, President of Chili's, remarked: "After reviewing the good conduct of Pam, I have decided to lift the now 11-year ban. Pam is an inspiration to many and we welcome her with open arms."
Overjoyed, Fischer replied to the statement via Twitter:
OMG! Second drink!!! https://t.co/xGGM78iaX6
— Jenna Fischer (@jennafischer) February 7, 2017
She said, "Second drink!" which is reminiscent of Pam trying to get a "second drink" when at Chili's 11 years ago: