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13 celebrities you forgot guest-starred on 'Parks and Recreation'
13 celebrities you forgot guest-starred on 'Parks and Recreation'
Meghan CookJan 21, 2021, 03:23 IST
President Joe Biden appeared on "Parks and Rec."David Giesbrecht/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUniversal via Getty Images via Getty Images
"Parks and Recreation" had a star-studded cast and a long list of celebrity guest-stars.
Actors like Kristen Bell, Paul Rudd, and Andy Samberg all appeared on episodes of the show.
Political figures, including Michelle Obama and Joe Biden, also had guest-starring roles.
When "Parks and Recreation" ended, the workplace comedy joined the hall of TV fame alongside other binge-worthy comedies such as "The Office," "Arrested Development," and "30 Rock."
The show boasted a talented main cast of actors and also featured numerous celebrities and public figures in guest-starring roles.
Read on for a list of the best "Parks and Rec" celebrity guest stars.
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Michelle Obama played herself on season six.
Michelle Obama guest-starred on "Parks and Rec."
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Kristen Bell was Ingrid de Forest on the show.
Amy Poehler and Kristen Bell on "Parks and Rec."
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Jon Hamm played an incompetent employee.
Jon Hamm appeared on season seven.
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J.K. Simmons played a mean mayor.
J.K. Simmons was on season five.
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Patricia Clarkson played Ron’s first ex-wife.
Patricia Clarkson on "Parks and Rec."
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Jonathan Banks acted as Ben’s father.
Jonathan Banks on "Parks and Rec."
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Andy Samberg briefly played a park ranger.
Andy Samberg appeared on season two of "Parks and Rec."
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Heidi Klum played a Danish mayor on the show.
Amy Poehler and Heidi Klum on "Parks and Rec."
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Patton Oswalt was a passionate local resident on one episode.
Patton Oswalt on "Parks and Rec."
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Ginuwine played himself on three episodes.
Ginuwine sang on "Parks and Rec."
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Bill Murray played a previous mayor of Pawnee.
Bill Murray on "Parks and Rec."
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Paul Rudd played Leslie's rival, Bobby Newport.
Paul Rudd on "Parks and Rec."
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President Joe Biden appeared as himself on the show.
Joe Biden and Amy Poehler on "Parks and Rec."
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