Your Host: Michael Scott
The Dundies were created in 2002 by Regional Manager Michael Scott, who describes them as "my baby, my gift to this office, and also the greatest awards ceremony in the history of awards ceremonies, including the Oscars, which I have watched every single year." The awards are self-funded by Michael, purchased at a local trophy shop, and engraved by Michael personally. Attendance is mandatory. Fun is non-negotiable. Toby is not invited.
And the Dundie goes to…
Presented by Michael Scott to Michael Scott. "I wrestled with this one," Michael noted during the ceremony. "There were other candidates. I just can't think of any right now."
Dwight logged the most hours of any employee in 2025, including three Saturdays, one federal holiday, and a Tuesday he came in despite being asked not to. He also submitted 34 formal complaints about office security, all of which he also personally investigated.
Ryan Howard won the actual award, but Jim received a special runner-up Dundie for the first time in ceremony history. Jim did not attend the table read rehearsal but still managed to accept the award with more poise than anyone who rehearsed.
Pam edged out Kelly Kapoor in a controversial result that Kelly has not fully accepted. Pam's sneakers were described by Michael as "the kind of white that makes you feel like anything is possible." Pam thanked her shoes.
Kevin has won this award every year since the Dundies began. The award has been retired in his honour, meaning he now wins a "Lifetime Achievement in the Category of Don't Go In There After Me." Kevin was moved to tears. The chili is unrelated.
Angela won Best Cat Owner for the fourteenth consecutive year. Michael created this category specifically for her in 2002 and has never considered retiring it. Angela accepted with characteristic restraint, noting that "Sprinkles would have wanted this."
Awarded for the most culturally enriching contribution to breakroom conversation in 2025. Oscar received this award while visibly conflicted about accepting it. He did, however, give a thoughtful speech about the importance of nuance in workplace communication.
No one, including Michael, was able to explain what this award means. Creed did not ask for clarification. He accepted it warmly, mentioned a place called "the Napa Valley of the mid-Atlantic," and sat down. The award looked identical to last year's.
Ryan won for the third consecutive year. He did not attend the ceremony. Michael accepted on his behalf and gave a short speech about "the mystery of Ryan" that lasted twelve minutes and referenced the film The Talented Mr. Ripley twice.
Toby was not technically invited to the 2025 Dundies. He attended anyway and received the Fun Buster Award, which Michael delivered to his table without making eye contact. Toby tried to say something. Michael had already walked away.
Widely regarded as the most sincere Dundie of the evening. Darryl accepted with a nod and a quiet "yeah, probably." Several employees began applauding before Michael even announced the winner. Michael did not notice.
Stanley arrived at Chili's, ate his riblets, accepted his award, and left before dessert. He did not give a speech. He turned at the door and gave a single nod, which Michael described as "extremely moving." It took 90 seconds total.