11 Facts About Holly Flax

Holly Flax is an original character, and not based on any character from the British version of the show.

Holly Flax arrives at Dunder Mifflin to serve as the replacement for Toby Flenderson, the previous HR Representative for the Scranton branch.

Holly Flax is subjected to hazing by co-worker Dwight Schrute, who convinces her that Kevin Malone is mentally challenged, a belief she continues to harbor until season 5.

Holly Flax buys tickets for Counting Crows, but the yoga instructor doesn't call her.

Michael, who does not pick up on several hints that Holly Flax has given him about attending the concert with her, purchases the tickets from her and rips them to pieces.

Holly Flax ultimately considers him to be her best friend in the office.

This, in addition to feeling no connection with Jan's baby, prompts Michael to apologetically hug Holly Flax and ask her out on a date, which she accepts, visibly moved.

Holly Flax initially rejects Michael's advances, stating she doesn't want to be involved with a co-worker again.

Michael and Holly Flax start dating, and in the episode "PDA", they decide to move in together.

Holly Flax accepts the proposal, and afterwards, Michael announces to the office that he's quitting his job to move to Colorado with Holly.

Ryan's portrayal of Holly Flax has received positive reviews from critics.