Severance star Adam Scott has reflected on one of the most “painful” career rejections that nearly made him quit acting. Years before Scott, 52, found his breakout as Ben Wyatt in the Emmy-winning sitcom Parks and Recreation, he auditioned for the role of David Fisher in HBO’s hit drama Six Feet Under.

Adam Scott recently shared the story of how he nearly left acting after losing a role to Michael C. Hall in the black comedy drama series, Six Feet Under. In the series, helmed by Alan Ball, Hall essayed David Fisher,