Actor Oscar Núñez is Back on Television

September 2, 2025

Cuban actor Oscar Núñez is ready to conquer American screens once again with his return to television in The Paper, the highly anticipated spinoff of the acclaimed comedy The Office, considered one of the best in history. This Thursday, September 4, the streaming platform Peacock will premiere the ten episodes of this new production that promises to revive the magic that catapulted Núñez to television stardom.

In the production, the Matanzas-born actor will reprise the role that made him famous: Oscar Martínez, the rational accountant who became one of the most beloved characters in The Office. During more than 170 episodes in the original series, the Caribbean actor built a memorable character that resonated deeply with audiences, making him one of the most recognizable Latino actors on American television.

The Paper centers its story on the newsroom of The Truth Teller newspaper in Toledo, Ohio. In the plot, the protagonist, played by Domhnall Gleeson, will face the challenge of returning this media outlet to its golden age, addressing the contemporary challenges of journalism in the digital era.

The series will maintain the DNA of its predecessor, featuring the original creators for the screenplay and preserving the mockumentary style that revolutionized television comedy. This time, the narrative focuses on a team of volunteer reporters determined to save their newspaper from extinction, a premise that reflects the real challenges facing print media today.

Núñez will share the screen with a cast that includes Sabrina Impacciatore, among other talented actors, thus returning to the format that catapulted him to fame. Although the specific details of his participation have been kept under wraps, fans speculate that we may see Oscar Martínez exploring a political facet, a storyline that was hinted at the end of The Office.

For Oscar Núñez, born in Colón, Matanzas, in 1958, this return marks a new chapter in a career built on never giving up. His personal story is an extraordinary testament to determination and overcoming obstacles. After emigrating with his family first to Venezuela and then to the United States in 1960, he explored various professional paths, including studies as a dental technician, before finding his true calling in acting.

His path to success was not easy. Before landing his leading role in The Office, Núñez worked as a nanny and waiter while pursuing his acting dreams. In fact, his insecurity about the show's success led him to keep his job as a nanny until confirming the show's continuation beyond the initial episode, an anecdote that reflects the humility and pragmatism that have characterized his career.

The original series revolutionized American television comedy with its innovative mockumentary format, which allowed characters to break the fourth wall and create a unique connection with viewers. The plot narrated the day-to-day happenings at Dunder Mifflin, a paper company in Scranton, Pennsylvania, under the leadership of eccentric Michael Scott, played by Steve Carell.

The character of Oscar Martínez stood out for his intelligence, his rationality, and his occasional moments of vulnerability that humanized him to the audience. Núñez managed to create a three-dimensional character that transcended stereotypes, becoming a positive representation of the Latino community on mainstream television.

After his successful time on The Office, Núñez's career took off significantly, participating in popular productions such as Brooklyn Nine-Nine, New Girl, and Shameless, demonstrating his versatility as an actor and his ability to adapt to different genres and formats.