Mindy Kaling Wishes Former ‘The Office’ Cast Member B.J. Novak a Happy Birthday on IG (and Reveals His Playful Nickname)

2023 just gave usThe Officereunion we didn’t know we needed.

B.J. Novak, who portrayed Ryan Howard on the belovedNBC sitcom, celebrated his 44th birthday this past Monday. In honor of the special occasion, fellowThe OfficealumMindy Kaling, 44, shared a celebratory bday tribute for her former co-star (who’s now a godparent to her kids).

In the snap she posted on Instagram, Kaling (aka Kelly Kapoor) is smiling and doing a peace sign while sitting next to Novak, who is driving the car. She referred to Novak as “Uncle B” in the caption, adding, “We love you! @bjnovak.”

凯利+瑞安托运人也delig治疗htful surprise in the comments section. Novak wrote, “No party is as fun as the car ride home with you.”

This isn’t the firstOfficereunion to happen this year. Back in April, actressJenna Fischersurprised fans with a snap of herIRL reunionwith her formerOfficecastmate, Ellie Kemper. The photo shows Fisher and Kemper (who played Pam and Erin, respectively) smiling from ear to ear.

“Look who came by to keep me and my broken shoulder company today! Thanks for the coffee and laughter @elliekemper you are the best! #receptionists,” Fischer captioned the post.

TheOffice Ladiespodcasthost also had a chance to reunite withRainn Wilson(aka Dwight) on an episode of the show she hosts with her formerOfficeco-star, Angela Kinsey.

Fischer shared the sneak peek photo on Instagram and wrote in the caption, “My friend @rainnwilson came on @officeladiespod to talk all about the season 7 finaleSearch Committee Part 2and also about his new bookSoul Boom! Both his interview and book are amazing..thoughtful, inspiring, funny…just like Rainn himself.”