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The main six stars of the sitcom FRIENDS, Matthew Perry, David Schwimmer Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Jennifer Aniston, and Courteney Cox, are icons. We are quite used to know them as a tightly knit group of six friends going through the ups and downs of their lives. It’s hard to believe anybody else was ever in the running to play Chandler, Ross, Phoebe, Joey, Rachel, and Monica. Surprisingly, hundreds of actors auditioned for the roles of the FRIENDS that launched these six actors to stardom.

While some did eventually appear on the show in various celebrity cameos, others went on to have success in other projects. Most actors that missed the chance to star on FRIENDS regret it. Interestingly, some of those who did appear on the show were actually intimidated by it such as Tom Selleck. Check out the actors that were rejected during the process of casting.

1) Jane Krakowski – Rachel and Phoebe

One famous actor who was almost cast in FRIENDS is Jane Krakowski of “30 Rock”. During an interview with E!, the actor confessed that she auditioned for the role of Rachel. She really wishes that she had landed it. However, she didn’t get very far into the audition process. She said, “Well, I, like almost every actor auditioned for FRIENDS. I wish I had gotten that one, I didn’t go very far. My business manager is very sad that I didn’t.” Well, we cannot imagine better Phoebe Buffay than Lisa Kudrow.

2) Nancy McKeon – Monica

Lori Openden, head of casting for NBC said, “Nancy McKeon also read for Courteney’s part. She gave a terrific performance.” She further continued, “Warren Littlefield let Marta Kauffman and David Crane make the call. They went off for a walk and came back and said Courteney.”

3) Eric McCormack – Ross

Can you imagine Will Truman as the nerdy paleontologist? The “Will & Grace” star told Access Hollywood Live in 2018, “I got a couple of auditions in FRIENDS. I got to the studio level and I didn’t make it past.” After that, McCormack then detailed an interaction he had with James Burrows. He recalled, “I said, ‘Y’know Jimmy, I came pretty close on the Ross role.’ Jim says, ‘Honey, you were wasting your time; they wrote the part for Schwimmer!'” Fortunately, he would go on to land his breakout role on “Will & Grace”, in 1998. A full-circle moment occurred as Schwimmer was brought in as a guest star when it returned for its revival in 2018.

4) Leah Remini – Monica

The “King Of Queens” star also auditioned to play Monica. However, she was ultimately not chosen. If you have not forgotten, she did appear on the show in the episode “The One With the Birth”. In this episode, she gives birth to a child with Joey beside him, and also Ross welcomes his son Ben into the world.

5) Jane Lynch – Phoebe

Jane Lynch is quite famous for portraying Sue Sylvester on “Glee”. Although she wasn’t quite right to play the quirky oddball of the group, she auditioned for the role of Phoebe. However, later, she did end up playing Monica and Chandler’s real estate agent who shows them houses in the suburbs in the final season.

6) Kathy Griffin – Phoebe

When imagining the role of the guitar-playing masseuse, there were a number of comedians that the creators had in mind. One of these women was Kathy Griffin. Although it is difficult to imagine Phoebe with fiery red hair, this does paint a picture of how the creators actually wanted Phoebe to be seen. Thankfully, Lisa Kudrow was able to give Phoebe her own spin. She would have been directly competing with Chandler Bing if she had taken it in that direction. Thanks to Lisa, Phoebe is now remembered as one of the show’s best-loved characters on FRIENDS.

7) Elizabeth Berkley – Rachel

Elizabeth Berkley had captured the hearts of the world for her role as Jessie Spano on “Saved By The Bell”. She liked the idea of joining FRIENDS as Rachel Green. If Jennifer Aniston wasn’t cast in the role instead, she is one of very few actresses who could have done the role justice. Elizabeth obviously wasn’t cast in the role and the reason behind it is still unknown. However, she went on to shock the world with her racy role in “Showgirls”. Moreover, we are glad the way things worked out.

8) Hank Azaria – Joey

The actor has had many successful roles in huge movies. However, couldn’t catch a break with FRIENDS creators. Azaria told HuffPost Live in 2014, “That’s the only job I ever auditioned for twice. I thought it was so good. They had rejected me once, I said, ‘I’m going back, I’m gonna do it again, I’m gonna try it again.” However, he got a cameo as Phoebe’s Science Guy, David.

9) Craig Bierko – Chandler

In a weird twist, the “Unreal” star was this close to becoming one-sixth of the cast of FRIENDS after Mathew Perry helped coach him through the audition process. Even though Bierko passed on the role, he didn’t have ended up with the role. Fortunately, Perry was brought in after his earlier wasn’t picked up. In 2012, former NBC president Warren Littlefield said in an interview with Vanity Fair, “There was something Snidely Whiplash about Craig Bierko. He seemed to have a lot of anger underneath, more of a guy you love to hate. The attractive leading man who you love and can do comedy is very rare.” Well, we thank god for that as well.

10) Jon Cryer – Chandler

The “Two And A Half Men” star revealed in an interview, “I was doing a play in London and got a call at 3 a.m. saying ‘We’ve got this show called ‘Six Of One”, and we’d really like you to audition for it.” He further continued, “So they faxed me the script, and I said, ‘Sure, I’d love to go in on this.’ I went in and read with a British casting person; they took the tape and said they’d get it to L.A.” He explained with disappointment, “So I went home, and a few days later was told the tape didn’t get there in time for the network executives to see.”

11) Vince Vaughn – Joey

FRIENDS casting director Ellie Kanner told Huffington Post that Vince Vaughn auditioned to play Joey. Even though he was handsome and tall, he just didn’t fit the part as Matt Le Blanc did. She said, “It’s just a matter of putting the pieces of the puzzle together. That would have been a little different.”

12) Janeane Garofalo – Monica

Even though it’s never been confirmed if the standup comedian ever auditioned, co-creator Crane told Vanity Fair in 2012, “When we originally wrote the role, we had Janeane Garofalo’s voice in our head. Darker and edgier and snarkier.” David Crane described the initial personality traits for Monica. He further added, “Courteney brought a whole bunch of other colors to it. We decided that week after week, that would be a lovelier place to go to.” It’s hard to think of anyone but Courteney as Monica.

13) Tiffani Thiessen – Rachel

Tiffani Thiessen is best known for playing Kelly Kapowski in “Saved by the Bell”. However, she also auditioned for the role of Rachel Green. In an interview with SiriusXM, she revealed that she was too young for the role although she was promising. She was just too young to pull off the character especially when compared to her co-stars.

14) Mitchell Whitfield – Ross

Remember Rachel Green’s orthodontist ex-fiancé, Dr. Barry Farber whom she left at the altar on their wedding day in the pilot episode? That’s Mitchell Whitfield who was almost cast as her lobster before producers decided that him to be David Schwimmer. Whitfield read for Ross and Chandler early on in the casting process. In 2019, he told The Guardian, “I went back multiple times, and then they realized Ross was the role for me. However, at the last minute, they said, ‘We’re bringing in one more guy to read.’ That guy turned out to be David Schwimmer.”

It is been a long time since FRIENDS came to an end, but it still seems to be one of the best love sitcoms of all time. It became one of the most popular shows on TV at the time throughout the ten seasons of the show. The show centered around six main cast members and their lives as friends. Through the show, they got famous to the extent that they were earning 1 million dollars per episode in the late 1990s.

It wasn’t expected to become the worldwide phenomenon that it once was when FRIENDS was first pitched. It also meant that many of the stars who were cast in the show weren’t the first choice for the roles by Marta Kauffman and David Crane. When it was still in its pitching stage, many stars auditioned for the show who would have been more recognizable to the audience at that time.

It simply means that there are a number of superstars from all over Hollywood who auditioned to be part of the show and weren’t accepted. However, there were also some actors who rejected this one-in-a-lifetime opportunity for one or another reason. While some eventually appear on the show in various celebrity cameos, others went on to have success in other projects. Most actors that missed the chance to star on FRIENDS regret it. If the six cast members in question had failed to audition for the show all those years ago, the following list looks at just 10 stars who could have played the famous group of friends.

1) Ellen DeGeneres – Phoebe

During the early rounds of the casting process, Ellen DeGeneres, the talk show queen of the world was actually considered for the role of Phoebe Buffay in FRIENDS. But, Ellen decided to turn it down and instead concentrate on the other many opportunities. She was actually the first choice to play the role of the quirky character. Ellen is one of the funniest female hosts that the world has to offer right now. She surely becomes a worldwide star in her own name. Well, now if we think, nobody can be better Phoebe Buffay than Lisa Kudrow.

2) Tea Leoni – Rachel

Tea Leoni rose to fame in the late 1980s after she was part of “Angles 88”. When it came to the part of Rachel Green, Leoni was the woman that the creators had in mind but she turned down the part. Instead, she opted to take part in a series called “The Naked Truth”. However, it was canceled after just three seasons. It seems that Jennifer Aniston was able to step in when Leoni decided against taking the role. Aniston managed to step into a number of Hollywood roles following her time as Rachel. However, it could have been a completely different story if Leoni had decided to take the part instead.

3) Jon Favreau – Chandler Bing

Monica’s rich boyfriend, Pete Becker, the Marvel fan-favorite and Mandalorian showrunner was earlier considered for the part of Ross’ college bestie, Chandler. However, initially, he passed on. He’d later join the show as Pete Becker, Monica’s rich boyfriend for a six-episode stint in 1997. Moreover, casting Chandler proved to be one of the producers’ biggest challenges. In 2012, co-creator David Crane told Vanity Fair, “We were so sure that Chandler would be the easiest part to cast. It’s got the most jokes. It’s sarcastic and kind of quippy, but no one could do it. No one.”

4) Kathy Griffin – Phoebe

When imagining the role of the guitar-playing masseuse, there were a number of comedians that the creators had in mind. One of these women was Kathy Griffin. Although it is difficult to imagine Phoebe with fiery red hair, this does paint a picture of how the creators actually wanted Phoebe to be seen. Thankfully, Lisa Kudrow was able to give Phoebe her own spin. She would have been directly competing with Chandler Bing if she had taken it in that direction. Thanks to Lisa, Phoebe is now remembered as one of the show’s best-loved characters on FRIENDS.

5) Eric McCormack – Ross

Can you imagine Will Truman as the nerdy paleontologist? The “Will & Grace” star told Access Hollywood Live in 2018, “I got a couple of auditions in FRIENDS. I got to the studio level and I didn’t make it past.” After that, McCormack then detailed an interaction he had with James Burrows. He recalled, “I said, ‘Y’know Jimmy, I came pretty close on the Ross role.’ Jim says, ‘Honey, you were wasting your time; they wrote the part for Schwimmer!'” Fortunately, he would go on to land his breakout role on “Will & Grace”, in 1998. A full-circle moment occurred as Schwimmer was brought in as a guest star when it returned for its revival in 2018.

6) Elizabeth Berkley – Rachel

Elizabeth Berkley had captured the hearts of the world for her role as Jessie Spano on “Saved By The Bell”. She liked the idea of joining FRIENDS as Rachel Green. If Jennifer Aniston wasn’t cast in the role instead, she is one of very few actresses who could have done the role justice. Elizabeth obviously wasn’t cast in the role and the reason behind it is still unknown. However, she went on to shock the world with her racy role in “Showgirls”. Moreover, we are glad the way things worked out.

7) Janeane Garofalo – Monica

Even though it’s never been confirmed if the standup comedian ever auditioned, co-creator Crane told Vanity Fair in 2012, “When we originally wrote the role, we had Janeane Garofalo’s voice in our head. Darker and edgier and snarkier.” David Crane described the initial personality traits for Monica. He further added, “Courteney brought a whole bunch of other colors to it. We decided that week after week, that would be a lovelier place to go to.” It’s hard to think of anyone but Courteney as Monica.

8) Craig Bierko – Chandler

In a weird twist, the “Unreal” star was this close to becoming one-sixth of the cast of FRIENDS after Mathew Perry helped coach him through the audition process. However, Bierko passed on the role to join another pilot, coincidentally titled Best Friends. So, he rejected the role of FRIENDS. Fortunately, Perry was brought in after his earlier wasn’t picked up. In 2012, former NBC president Warren Littlefield said in an interview with Vanity Fair, “There was something Snidely Whiplash about Craig Bierko. He seemed to have a lot of anger underneath, more of a guy you love to hate. The attractive leading man who you love and can do comedy is very rare.” Well, we thank god for that as well.

9) Lisa Whelchel – Rachel

The “Facts Of Life” alum explained that her faith kept her from really going after the role. Whelchel said in a 2014 episode of Oprah: Where Are They Now?, “There were many opportunities I maybe could have pursued, but I didn’t feel comfortable. I remember reading the pilot episode and I said to my husband, ‘This is the funniest script I have ever read and this is going to be a huge hit. But I can tell it’s just going to be all about sex and anything to go with that.'” Even though she does not regret missing the opportunity, her kids felt differently. She said, “I remember my daughter once said, ‘Are you telling me Brad Pitt could have been my father?'”

10) Jane Krakowski – Phoebe

One famous actor who was almost cast in FRIENDS is Jane Krakowski of “30 Rock”. During an interview with E!, the actor confessed that she auditioned for the role of Rachel. She really wishes that she had landed it. However, she didn’t get very far into the audition process. She said, “Well, I, like almost every actor auditioned for FRIENDS. I wish I had gotten that one, I didn’t go very far. My business manager is very sad that I didn’t.” Well, we cannot imagine better Phoebe Buffay than Lisa Kudrow.

There is no denying that FRIENDS is the most iconic and memorable sitcom. The show aired on television from 1994-2004 in a series of ten seasons. The show revolves around the lives of the six central characters’ careers, friendships, love lives, and much more. While the show witnessed a lot of ups and downs, it has been one of the most popular and loved shows ever since. The bond shared between the friends garners the most amount of love, and it still makes it as popular as it was. From Joey’s love for food and Monica’s cooking skills to Rachel and Ross’s relationship, the show is filled with innumerable memorable moments.

However, one thing that will always be the highlight of the show for us is Chandler Bing and Joey Tribbiani’s friendship. The duo shared the most amazing and strongest bond that made our hearts melt every time we saw them together. The two of them also known as “ChanOey” by the fans and set major friendship goals. From Joey being Chandler’s pillar of support to Chandler supporting Joey in every way possible, they were always there for each other. And because they were so popular, there are some interesting opinions of fans regarding the friendship of Chandler and Joey.

Speaking of that, we have listed for you some of the unpopular opinions of fans about Chandler and Joey. Let’s dig into it:

1) Joey And Chandler Should Have Ended Up Together

Considering how inherently homophobic a lot of the humor in FRIENDS actually is, this would have been a huge stretch. Still, the love between these two best buds was something quite interesting to watch. According to a Reddit user, they should have ended up together and explored their bromance. Undoubtedly, Chandler and Joey’s bromance is one of the best TV bromances.

2) They Taught Us So Many Life Lessons

One cannot deny all the beautiful lessons Joey and Chandler taught us about living life and most importantly, friendship. A Quora user wrote that the friendship of Joey and Chandler taught us so much about friendship such as one should do anything for your friend, always forgive your friends if they are actually trying, and whatnot. And, we couldn’t agree more to this.

3) Chandler Should Not Be So Materialistic

Remember the time when Joey bought a bracelet for Chandler that has “best buds” engraved in it? A Reddit user pointed out that it was utterly selfish of Chandler the way he reacted. Throughout the episode, he bitched about how disgusting the bracelet was. And when Joey bought BarcaLounger for both of them, Chandler was too happy to use it. Chandler should have considered Joey’s feelings behind the gift and not the gift itself.

4) Chandler Letting Joey Win At Cups Was Too Cute

Even though Chandler had a successful career as a ‘transponster,’ he wasn’t extremely wealthy. Despite that, he helped Joey with his every up and down. A Reddit user pointed out the time when Chandler played the game “Cups” so that he can help Joey financially and it was rather cute. Since Chandler was moving out to live with Monica, Joey had to bear all the expenses and he refused to take any help from Chandler. So, stepping up to help Joey was the sweetest thing to do.

5) With Joey And Chandler, The Term “Silly” Doesn’t Exist

The duo, Joey and Chandler were never afraid to be themselves. Of course, unless they were trying to impress a girl. Then, that’s an entirely different story. A Reddit user wrote, “I aspire to ride into every room on a ceramic white dog statue and it’s all thanks to Joey and Chandler. They make silly things feel normal.” Everyone needs a little bit of silliness in their lives. We can surely call on Ken Adams and Mrs. Chanandler Bong for that.

6) Their Love For Animals Was Endearing

Chandler and Joey’s love for the duck and the chick in the show was rather endearing. A Reddit user wrote, “It always troubles me when I find someone who genuinely dislikes animals. While Chandler’s dislike of dogs verges on being a deal breaker, his and Joey’s love for the duck and the chick makes up for it.” Well, we cannot argue with that.

7) They Were Never Afraid To Flaunt Their Sensitive Side

These two had more meaningful hugs over the years than any of the other characters in the show. It surely says something about their friendship and bond with each other. A Quora user pointed out, “For all of their displays of machismo and their sarcastic remarks, Joey and Chandler did have a sensitive side and they weren’t afraid to flaunt it.” The user further continued, “At least to each other in the privacy of their apartment.” We can never forget their bear hugs or dancing hugs.

8) Joey And Chandler Can Be Comfortable Even In Embarrassing Situations

Remember when Monica got stung by a jellyfish and was rolling around on the ground in agony? And, do you also remember, who stepped up to help relieve her pain? Yes, you are right. Chandler and Joey stepped up with their pee to help Monica. And when Joey failed to do so, Chandler stepped up and did the deed. A Reddit user pointed out that the pair proudly confessed their willingness to pee on Monica and any one of their friends. It surely proves that the best friendships are formed through mutually embarrassing situations.

9) They Surely Can Be Amazing Dance Partners

Chandler dancing on random things is one of the most hilarious moments of the series. However, Joey is not much better in the dance department. Besides, a Reddit user wrote, “While the crazy moves of Joey and Chandler may not be the greatest in sitcom history, they definitely had their own thing going on. And, that is why they can be amazing dance partners.” Well, we couldn’t agree more.

10) The Unconditional Bromance Of The Duo is To Die For

Throughout the series, time and again, we have seen that the love of Chandler and Joey for each other is unconditional. A Reddit user wrote, “Even if you liked dinosaurs and Discovery Channel specials. Even if you didn’t invite them to your wedding. That’s how good of friends they are. And that’s what Chandler and Joey were.” Nothing can describe their bond and friendship this accurately.

Ross Geller from FRIENDS has many roles in his life. From being a great friend to being an amazing father, he fulfills various roles in his life. Even though his actions often say otherwise, he thinks he is a 100% nice guy. Being the biggest romantic and emotional being of the group, he is the kind of man who relies heavily on his group of friends. Not only is he heavily invested in Rachel, but his friends too serve as a source of great support to him. No wonder he shows up at Monica’s apartment as often as possible.

Every group of friends has a character like Ross who thinks he is the smartest guy and the nicest person, even though his actions often say otherwise. And, if you relate to these signs, you probably are the Ross Geller of your gang:

1) You Have Anger Issues

Do you remember infuriated Ross in “The One With Ross’ Sandwich”? Even though Ross has a quick temper, his friends let his outbursts slide out because they know that he is a kind and loving person. Not just that, they also find it kind of hilarious. Each friend group encounters conflicts in their entire friendship journey. Do you know, who is the one who unleashes an angry inner beast? You are surely Ross if it’s you.

2) You Are An Annoying Roommate

You are an amazing person to hang out with, but living with you might turn out as a nightmare. You have certain standards which you can’t compromise, and you can’t help it either. Your standards might at times cost you a pissed-off roommate as well, but that’s ok for you. In case, if you are relating yourself to Ross but haven’t experienced this point yet, then think of the last time you were staying with someone. Did he ever try to kick you out politely, just like Chandler and Joey did?

3) You Are Cheap, Even Though You Don’t Need To Be

Ross has a stable job at the museum that pays well. However, he is still cheap at times. He not only takes all the amenities home with him when he visits hotels but also doesn’t tip at all. What is even worse is he gets his hair cut at the cheapest place in the city. There’s nothing wrong with being cheap. But, you should still tip at least to those people who don’t make that much money as you do. If you are this kind of person, then you are surely Ross in your group.

4) You Are An Amazing Friend

You might be a total freak or annoyingly smartass, but just like Ross Geller, your gang knows that you are a great friend. You are the one whom they count on during the tough times. You are the one who can help them and try to understand them. You are the one who gives good advice. And sometimes they might search for you for some laughs, but you know, that would be rare because Chandler’s got the show there.

5) You’re In Love With Your Friend

Since these are the people you see regularly, it’s pretty common to fall in love with someone from your friend group. Also because they don’t pretend to be someone they’re not. In high school, Ross first fell in love with Rachel. His old feelings returned, and they wouldn’t let go when he saw her again as an adult. The Ross of the friend group is that person who is clearly in love with their friend.

6) You Give Best Relationship Advice

If you are like Ross, then probably you suck at relationships. But it won’t be a surprise to know that you are good at giving good relationship advice. Because your bad experiences count. You know the tricky parts and slippery slopes of maneuvering a relationship. And, you are the one who always helps your buddies out.

7) You Need To Always Be Right

Even though he gains absolutely nothing by it, Ross just loves being right. Ross found out that Phoebe doesn’t believe in evolution in the episode “The One Where Heckles Dies”. He got obsessed to prove her wrong the entire episode. Sometimes you need to choose your priorities. Whether you want to get along with your friends or want to prove yourself right. There’s no way your friends haven’t confronted you about it if you are Ross of your group.

8) You Are A Total Smartass

If you are the smartest in the school and the most educated and cultured among your friends, then you are the Ross of your group. However, the only annoying thing about it is that you NEVER let them forget how smartass you are. Chill Ross, you don’t have to prove yourself always!

9) Your Friends Are Not Interested In What You Do

If you don’t know, Ross has a Ph.D. in paleontology from Columbia University. However, none of his friends seem to really care all that much. Maybe his friends don’t want to encourage his arrogant behavior, thanks to his degree. Do your friends refuse to lend you an ear when you talk about your job? Then you must be the Ross of your friend’s group.

10) You’re A Bit Delusional In Love

Ross doesn’t see reality as it is when it comes to romantic relationships just like Ted from “How I Met Your Mother”. His ex-wife wasn’t the first woman who cheated on him. This insecure man developed severe trust issues along the way that impacted his relationship with Rachel. If you have extremely negative romantic experiences, then you will definitely find someone relatable in Ross. You have to start acting more like Chandler unless you want to be in a toxic relationship.

FRIENDS isn’t just a show, it’s therapy for most of us. What Joey, Rachel, Phoebe, Chandler, and Monica gave us in a show can never be summed up in words. It’s a thread that connects them to their childhood and good old days when life was simpler. The show can comfort you after a long day at work and could feel like someone took off the heavy load of monotony from your shoulders.

Well, the second side of this coin consists of fans and their unpopular opinions. And when it comes to their favorite characters Ross and Rachel, they observed too deeply and noticed too much. Were they actually on a break? Did Rachel was right to leave the job opportunity in Paris for Ross? Well, these unpopular opinions will make you more observant and will assure you that we all somehow felt the same about certain things about Ross and Rachel.

So, here are 10 unpopular opinions about Jennifer Aniston aka Rachel Green, and David Schwimmer aka Ross Geller that netizens have time and again debated over.

1) Ross And Rachel Were Actually On Break

The most highly debated topic on FRIENDS still remains the same that whether Ross and Rachel were actually on a break. While asking for unpopular opinions about the show, a user on Reddit wrote, “Ross and Rachel were on a break.” The problem is that hours after their breakup, Ross slept with another girl, and tried to justify it every time. Most viewers agree that what he did was wrong even if Ross didn’t technically cheat.

2) Rachel And Ross Did Not Have Real Chemistry

When most of the fans believe that Ross and Rachel’s chemistry as a couple is amazing, some of the viewers have a contradicting view regarding this. Among many, one Reddit user madylinclaire pointed out, ” Ross and Rachel did not have any real chemistry.” While another one points out that throughout the series, they never understood each other and that is why they had an ongoing and off-going relationship. So do you believe that lack of understanding between a couple means they lack real chemistry too?

3) Rachel Should Not Have Blown Up Her New Job Because Of Ross

Rachel became more and more serious about her career as the series progressed. She shouldn’t have let go of the Paris offer. A Reddit user said, “I was re-watching the show, and I still cannot understand why Rachel got off the plane. She had an incredible opportunity in Paris, she had arranged to have her daughter with her for some time, it was going to be an amazing life experience.”

The user continued, “I think it would have shown a lot of character growth for her to leave behind a life she knew and experience something totally new. I know Ross and Rachel have a whole “on-again-off-again” thing going on, but they weren’t good together at all.” The user further added, “Ross was very possessive over Rachel, and it looks to me like he was threatened by her success in her career.” Well, we can’t deny that it is a whole new perspective.

4) They Should Not Have Ended Together

Where Ross and Rachel consider being an iconic couple, some of them think otherwise. The top comment from lafa0306 claims that Ross and Rachel should have never gotten back together because of their toxic relationship. She said, “I didn’t like that Ross/Rachel ended up together. They were toxic and didn’t really bring the right qualities out in each other.” Another user agrees to the statement and says, “The show made them out to be the ‘IT’ couple but they did not work. Both are too stubborn and uncompromising.”

5) They Are The Worst Especially Together

Many friends have maintained a stance that in the history of Television, Ross and Rachel were the worst couples. A fan wrote, “They were the worst, poorly-written, apathetic couple in popular TV. I understand the renewed yearning on Ross’s side when he saw Rachel again.” The fan continues, “I don’t really understand Rachel’s attraction to Ross, she is not intellectual, or rather a dumb character while Ross is hyper-intelligent. Their relationship, especially the ‘we were on a break’ is an asinine plot point and belabored too much.”

6) Ross Was An Insecure Boyfriend To Rachel

It was Ross who pushed Rachel to demand that ‘break’ from their relationship. A Reddit user says, “Ross needed to learn how to deal whenever a nice looking guy looked at Rachel. So what if he heard Mark on the phone? You don’t get to push your psychological issues on other people. You need to get help.” The user continued, “He should go to therapy if what Carol did had such an effect. He thought he was so right, he punished Rachel for things she hadn’t done instead of trusting her in the first place. He didn’t even let her speak on the phone.”

7) Ross And Rachel Never Should’ve Happened

Viewers from the current generation often believe that Ross and Rachel should not have happened. A Reddit user claims that Rachel was unfair to Ross. She spent their anniversary working and tried to blame him for everything. That was truly unfair. The user even said that it wasn’t okay that Ross slept with someone else, but Rachel also overreacted.

8) Joey Suited With Rachel A Lot More Than Ross

Many weren’t too shy to admit that they like the plot where Rachel finally started reciprocating Joey’s feelings. However, their romance was written off quite sooner. A Reddit user Bba59 says, “I do not get it why people didn’t like them together! Joey finally found someone he cares about and he wasn’t treated like a moron with Rachel.”

He continued, “But the way they handled the Ross situation in a perfect and mature manner, it really showed that friendship is more important in the series than anything else so I’m trying to accept that it was the right thing to do.” Rachel’s nurturing and caring side was often visible but only for Joey. Whenever Joey was in trouble, she was a protective friend.

9) Emily Was Better For Ross Than Rachel

The bigger argument is usually if Rachel should’ve been with Ross. A Reddit user offers a differing point of view regarding this. The user claims that Emily was a much better match for him. One of the worst things Ross has done in FRIENDS is saying Rachel’s name while marrying Emily. The user argues that Emily was much better to Ross than Rachel ever was. Rachel was someone who Ross chased for ages and later that obsessiveness turned into love without considering many other important factors. Whereas Emily happened instantaneously and they had the mindset to understand and analyze things before going ahead with their relationship.

10) Ross And Rachel Are Still A Timeless Couple

Critics of the pairing often point out Ross and Rachel’s back-and-forth nature. Even though the couple is viewed as toxic in FRIENDS, a Reddit user wrote, “I absolutely adore Ross and Rachel. They’re my all-time favorite TV couple and the reason why I got so into Friends… For all their ups and downs throughout the show, it’s fun rooting for them.” The user further added, “It gives you something to look forward to with an incredibly sweet and satisfying payoff at the end. They were entertaining, and ultimately, that’s what a TV show is meant to be.”

This debate between fans of the show has been going on for ages and it will keep on going till eternity. However, if we keep this aside, FRIENDS is a fun show that makes us experience different varieties of emotions. If we just enjoy the comedy that the show has to offer and ignore those things, then this is one of the best shows ever to binge-watch. And, being FRIENDS fans, we love Ross and Rachel as an individual as well as a couple. They are amazing in their own way and would have made great parents together.

Rachel Green is one of the most memorable characters in FRIENDS. After her role in the show, Jennifer Aniston became one of the biggest stars of the early 2000s and the 90s. She is essentially the protagonist of the show. The series begins with her walking through the door of Central Perk to the group. Being Rachel Green looks pretty neat. You have amazing friends, they always catch you when you fall, and among these friends, one is madly in love with you ever since high school. However, Rachel proved that she is much more than just a pretty face throughout the seasons.

The character of Rachel Green is inspired by real-life girls like you or your friend. That is why it’s nothing surprising to find close similarities between the two. And trust me it’s not that difficult to be so. So, today we’ll try to find out if you are the Rachel Green of your group. Let’s check out some of the traits of Rachel Green to know:

1) You Are Naive

You’re the one in your friend group who struggles to run errands as effortlessly as your typical Monica would. She’s the type of person who would easily overlook anything. What makes Rachel naive is also the fact that she assumes the best of people. During a Thanksgiving episode, she was hyper to realize that Ross made fun of her in high school. Well, you shouldn’t be because you were the most popular girl in school and they surely did.

2) You Are Entitled

Rachel definitely felt like everything belongs to her because she came from a rich family. She felt humiliated when she was the waitress for Central Perk but soon realized that she needs quite a bit of skill to handle that job well. Rachel also called the job “demeaning” when Monica had no choice but to take a lousy job. It would probably crush your spirits completely if you’re like Rachel.

3) You Are Often The Center Of Attraction

Rachel always stole Monica’s thunder, be it her engagement or her wedding. She also kind of stole Monica’s baby name but Monica approved of it. So we let that pass. But the other two were major thunder stealing. So, if at your friend’s birthday party, you take all the attention, then you’re surely Rachel.

4) Someone From Your Group Is In Love With You

People tend to develop crushes in every dynamic friend group. Sometimes they start a very serious relationship and sometimes they just have one-night stands. Rachel’s type of person is the most charming one. That is why it often happens that another friend is desperately in love with her. And, it’s only Rachel that’s oblivious to the glaring truth. You probably don’t even know someone secretly loves you if you’re a complete Rachel. However, it probably didn’t take you long to realize you’ve got a secret admirer if you’re a little bit more aware of your surroundings than she is.

5) Friends Feel Protective Of You

Rachel told Monica that she is grateful for everything she has done for her in one of the show’s most sentimental scenes. She firmly believed that she wouldn’t be there that day without her friend’s unwavering support and was always grateful for that. People like Rachel thrive when they get a stable and firm support system. However, not everybody is lucky enough to have that kind of support. You should thank them every once in a while if you do have.

6) You’re The Luckiest One

When Rachel comes in the pilot episode leaving her family behind, she had no money, no job, and worse, no job experience. Despite that, she somehow did exceptionally well professionally. Not that she didn’t deserve it, she worked hard. However, many equally capable people never get what she achieved in such a short span of time. So, if you are lucky enough that things just happen for you, make it count.

7) You’re The Princess Of The Group

Before joining the friend’s gang in the pilot episode, she didn’t have to lift a finger in her earlier life. She comes rushing to the Central Perk leaving her life behind. And she was well-accepted by the group of five friends making it six. They always come rushing to help her before she even asks for it. So we can very well say she has always received treatment like a princess and nothing less than that. So do you get the same treatment around you?

8) You Don’t Let Go Of Things

Rachel finds it hard to forgive her partner’s transgressions. You can see that in the famous “We were on a break” dilemma. She truly thought that Ross would never hurt her. However, she made a point to never ever let him forget the time he actually did hurt her. Rachel had every right to be upset but the duo was too stubborn to have a civil conversation about it as well. As a result, it made things worse between them.

9) You Are The Fashionable One

There is always one person in every group who is very fashionable and obsessed with how they look. In the show, Rachel’s outfits screamed the fashion trend of the ’90s and on the other hand, Phoebe couldn’t care less about it. So, if you care about your outfit even if you are chilling at home, then you are Rachel Green.

10) You Have Transformed In Front Of Your Friends’ Eyes

Rachel’s success in life was something that the whole group was rooting for. She preferred Monica made all the decisions for her and always shared where she stood career- and relationships-wise. Rachel was an independent woman and changed the most out of all the people on the show. She would’ve been a bored and lonely housewife if she simply followed the path she was going to take on in her early 20s.

Bringing endlessly quotable catchphrases like “how you doin’?” or “Pivot”, FRIENDS premiered in 1994 for the first time. The six characters’ hilariously relatable misadventures stick with us over all these years. Many of us often wonder, what it actually feels like to be a part of such an amazing and famous show. That is why we talked to 10 supporting actors of FRIENDS who passed through Central Perk over the series’ 10-season run to find out.

1) Jane Sibbett – Carol

Jane Sibbett appeared in the show as Ross’s ex-lesbian wife. After giving birth to her off-screen son, she was offered the role immediately. Even though she was not physically fit enough to do the show at that time, she was convinced to accept the role after watching the pilot. Jane said, “I saw David Schwimmer do the most incredible take. I’d never seen anybody do comedy like that.” She continued, “He literally took the longest take with his comedy. I just thought, oh my goodness, I have to work with this man. He is brilliant.” She also recalls when she got emotional by the actor’s performance in the episode “The One With The Candy Hearts”.

Jane said, “It was the sweetest, sweetest scene and we had to kiss. My eyes welled with tears as we were doing the scene because he was so tender and so loving and just ‘Can we make this work again?’” She further added, “And he kissed me, and the thought that went through my mind is ‘He’s really sweaty right now,’ cause he was so nervous.” However, her favorite moment on the set was when Lisa, Jennifer, and Courteney splashing in a puddle and having fun.

2) Cole Sprouse – Ben

Cole Sprouse appeared as Ben, Ross Geller, and his ex-wife, Carol’s son. He confessed that he felt quite intimidated by everybody at that time. Cole said, “At this point, FRIENDS was a very well-oiled machine. And I was quite young. But I remember all those worries kind of fading away when the cast was so nice.” He further added, “I was schooling on set when I was there and have a lot of interesting memories.” While talking about the cast, he also revealed that he had a huge crush on Jennifer Aniston. He said, “I do remember being quite intimidated around her, because of that. I remember blanking on my lines and having a kind of stage fright when she sat next to me on the couch in one episode.”

While recalling the feeling, he said, “And I remember there was a cameraman who was like, ‘Little boy’s got a crush,’ or I forget what they said. Of course, I turned bright red. But I do remember feeling like I fell in love.” When it comes to Cole’s favorite episode, it is none other than when Ross dressed as the “holiday armadillo”. Cole recalled that he was infatuated with the costumes and the practical effects that they had. It was his most memorable thing to shoot.

3) Jessica Hecht – Susan

Jessica Hecht portrayed the character of Susan, Carol’s long-time wife. While talking about her experience on the show, she said, “I always loved Susan’s line when Ross is looking at the bookshelves and he says, ‘Wow, you got a lot of books about lesbians.’ And I think Susan says, ‘Well, they make you read a lot of books. Otherwise, they don’t let you do it.’” She praised her on-screen wife, Jane Sibbett, and confessed that she loved working with David.

Jessica said, “She’s so beautiful to act with, and such an amazing person. I do feel like we were successful at not over-characterizing it as anything but a loving relationship.” She admitted, “It was just these two women who were in love, who had a balance between the two of them and were so devoted to each other. And I think that was ahead of its time.”

4) Mitchell Whitfield – Barry

Mitchell Whitfield portrayed the character of Rachel’s fiancé, Barry. She left Barry at the altar in the pilot episode itself. While talking about it, he joked, “If Rachel didn’t leave me at the altar, can I say there would be no show? People still stop me about FRIENDS and Barry. Like, ‘Oh, you’re the jerk on ‘Friends.’” He further explained, “I didn’t think he was that bad of a guy. But let’s just call him misunderstood and still looking for love in all the wrong places.” Interestingly, when David was unavailable, Whitfield was considered for David Schwimmer’s role.

It makes me laugh just because there are some great lines there. The writing in that scene was really good. I have guys for years who would ask me, ‘Dude, you kissed Jennifer Aniston. What was that like, dude?’” He continued, “And I was like, ‘Well, imagine kissing someone you know that you’ve known for a long time that you’re just friends with in front of about 200 people when it’s about 120 degrees with a bunch of cameras on you and I think it always ruins it.” He further shared the reaction of the people to that and said, “‘Oh, man. I wanted to hear it was great.’ I was like, ‘OK. It was great.’ You don’t know what to say in those times.”

5) Lauren Tom – Julie

Lauren Tom appeared as Ross’s girlfriend from China, Julie. She arrived when Rachel was about to tell Ross about her feelings. Lauren reveals that the audience’s reaction was “rabid” when that happened. Lauren said, “I wasn’t prepared for the amount of venom I was about to receive in a live audience where they actually booed my character. And, of course, I was trying very hard not to get my feelings hurt.” She continued, “So, I had to get used to that. Even I was rooting for Rachel, on some level, cause I was a fan of the show.”

Even though she tried to do some serious roles at the beginning of her career, she was most known for her role in FRIENDS. She also revealed that all the people who come to her wants to know if Ross is a good kisser. She said, “He is, by the way.” When asked about her favorite memory on set, she said, “I still remember it was my birthday on my first day of rehearsal, and so they all took me out to lunch. It was very, very fancy, and it was so, so sweet of them to welcome me in that way.”

6) Christine Taylor – Bonnie

Christine Taylor portrayed the character of Phoebe’s free-spirited friend, Bonnie. She also dated Ross for a while. However, it ended with 18 pages letter of Rachel to Ross, back, and front. Christine said, “I got the call saying, ‘Hey, do you wanna do an arc on “Friends”? I said, ‘Absolutely, hands down.’ I don’t even need to read it. Just yes, yes, yes, of course.”

Well, when she really gets to know her part, she said, “Couldn’t I have gotten one where I was clothed and with hair?” While praising the cast, she said, “o their credit, Jennifer, Courteney, Lisa, they’re like, ‘You look so beautiful bald.’ I was like, ‘I look like an alien.’” She also loves the fact that people are recognizing her and the new generation is also loving the show. And the most frequent question she gets from kids was, “Did you really shave your head? No, I didn’t.”

7) Christina Applegate – Amy Green

Christina Applegate appeared in the show as Rachel’s self-absorbed sister, Amy. In 2003, she even won an Emmy for her character. The actress reveals that her favorite part of the show was when she and Rachel started fighting at Thanksgiving dinner over the fact that Rachel would not give the custody of Emma to Amy even if Ross and Rachel died. She said, “I think my favorite line, though, is when I keep saying Lisa’s (Kudrow) name wrong. And then she goes, ‘Phoebe.’ That was written as a rewrite in front of the audience, and I thought it was hilarious.”

While talking about Jennifer Aniston, she said, “We hung out for a while after that, and I really, really do love her.” Her favorite memory was hanging out with the cast since she ties to the rest of the cast before FRIENDS happened except Jennifer. Moreover, she was shocked when she came to know that she was nominated for Emmy and won too.

8) Michael Rapaport – Gary

Michael Rapaport played the character of Phoebe Buffay aka Lisa Kudrow’s cop boyfriend, Gary. While talking about the cast, he revealed that the cast members were very welcoming. He said in an interview with US Weekly, “They were all very nice. They were all very great to me. I was just impressed. They are very, very, very good comedic actors.”

He said, “When you’re making $1 million dollars a week, it tends to put you in a good mood. I was just happy to be there. It was dope being there.” He also revealed that David Schwimmer aka Ross Geller kept in touch with him even after his cameo was ended on the show.

9) Vincent Ventresca – Fun Bobby

Vincent Ventresca was Monica’s on-off beau, Fun Bobby in the show who turns out to be dull when he stops drinking. While talking about his experience, he said, “I just remember how the energy on the set was. They felt like they were friends. They were a team. And man, it was really cool to just sort of being in that for one night.” However, the show’s popularity had really blown up when he returned for the second season. He said, “They were on the cover of Rolling Stone. It was pretty crazy. And I felt like the stakes were higher.” He continued, “Because we knew so much more about all of those characters and so much more about all of those actors. But they were sort of the same.”

When asked about his favorite memory on set, he said, “I was a basketball player when I was younger, and that’s why I liked acting. They kind of made acting like sports again. It was a team. And they played it together and they worked together.” He further added, “Things didn’t always go perfectly when you were taping the show — and they knew it. And they didn’t just gloss over it. They were like, ‘Hey, we can do better.’ And then they literally would, like, huddle up in front of, like, a studio audience.” He continued, “And they’d be like, ‘What if you did this, or what if you did that? And let’s try this.’ And they’d break, and then they’d go and do it.”

10) Kristin Davis – Erin

Kristin David played the character of a woman, Erin whom Phoebe and Rachel want Joey to date. She recalled, “I remember losing sleep. I was nervous to be the tiny character of Erin. Partly because of the live audience but partly because you’re in this world that has been created that is so alive.” She further added, “And I remember, like, ‘Will I set that joke up OK? Will Matt (LeBlanc) be happy? Will, I just go blank?’” Fortunately, she was struck by the bond among the six characters when she reached there.

She said, “I think the thing I remember most was the cohesion between the cast and the fact that they were somewhat besieged by the success from the outer world and they had kind of bonded together as a group.” However, about her favorite memory on set, she said, “I remember watching Lisa Kudrow especially because she had this very involved storyline that she wanted to work on, and the way that she worked with the writing staff.” She further recalled, “Watching Lisa rework her character’s arc or what was happening in that episode was really something that I hadn’t really seen in that way. She really went and reworked it in a way that was amazing.”

Perhaps Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox’s friendship was one of the best things we have seen to have stayed even after NBC’s hit show FRIENDS ended. They were not only best friends on-screen but became one in real life too. Aniston played Rachel Green, who reconnects with Cox’s character, Monica Gellar in the first episode of the show. The two girls who went to high school together were really good friends. Monica, in the first episode, welcomed Rachel into her friend’s group that also included Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Ross Gellar (David Schwimmer), and Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry).

From prank-calling Ross with a fake accent to going on a double date with doctors, fans couldn’t get enough of Rachel and Monica. Ultimately, they became friendship goals. However, the question of taste has been a point of debate for years. Who do you think looks prettier? Well, all are beautiful in our own way. But, when there’s a choice, it’s fun to decide. Don’t we love to analyze the minor details of our favorite things? And, when it comes to celebrities like Courteney Cox and Jennifer Aniston, it gets even crazier.

We love the FRIENDS show and we love all the cast members equally, but you don’t have to be like us. You can keep the fan vibe alive by wearing your fan jersey while supporting your favorite character till the last breath. We know Jennifer Aniston is the style icon, but Courteney Cox is damn hot too. You are free to shoot your opinions in the comments section. Let’s make this war exciting!

Now, let’s check out some pics of Jennifer Aniston & Courteney Cox together that will help us come to a conclusion:

1) This image was taken on the FRIENDS set. They both are looking gorgeous in this green-blue picture. However, if you ask us, Courteney steals the show in this one.

2) This image was taken when they were shooting for Diario Femenino. You can see their bond in these summer dresses, but somehow, Jennifer looks prettier in this image.

3) The saying “Old is gold” suits them well. Both the ladies are wearing black with cute smiles on their faces. While Jennifer is looking cute in this photo, Courteney kills it with her hotness and those looks.

4) Nobody can look this good in a 90s black dress. They were style icons back then and they are even now. Even though both are looking gorgeous, Jennifer surely looks mesmerizing.

5) Be it a casual event or an award function, they cannot get enough of twinning in black. In this picture of the duo, Jennifer is adorable too but Courteney stole the show.

6) Even though Jennifer lost the game of pool, she definitely won the look of all black yet again. Moreover, Courteney is looking pretty amazing as well.

7) This picture is again from an award show in which the duo is posing to click pictures. Courteney is yet again stealing the show with a black dress, a side bun, and a beautiful smile on her face.

8) This is again from the set of FRIENDS. This is the click in between their scenes. Don’t you think that Jennifer is looking too adorable with her cute smile in this picture?

9) Jennifer Aniston is looking amazing in this picture but Courteney Cox turned all heads around by looking so hot in this black dress and straight hair.

10) Jennifer won the Female Star of The Year award in 2005. To honor her, Courteney took out a full-page advertisement in the Hollywood Reporter along with her then-husband David Arquette. Jennifer is looking pretty amazing in this picture.

11) These three reunited for voting PSA. Among all the three gorgeous ladies, Courteney is looking out of this world.

12) Jennifer and Courteney always prove that they are the pillar of strength for each other. In this image, Courteney is looking quite adorable while Jennifer is looking super beautiful.

13) Standing in the middle of two charming ladies, Courteney looks pretty gorgeous and cute at the same time.

14) This was the time when people were crazy about Jennifer’s hairstyle in the show but unfortunately, she did not like it. Being a true fan, we still love this hairstyle of Jennifer’s and believe that she can only pull it off.

15) They appeared together on the “Just Before I Go” premiere. Courteney is looking ravishing in her red dress hugging Jennifer Aniston.

16) White and blue is a classic combo and with them in the frame, nobody can stand in front of them. The duo is looking gorgeous in their white and blue sexy dresses.

17) Jennifer and Courteney are actually looking like twin sisters in this picture. With blonde hair, classic glasses, and the same attitude, they are simply killing it.

18) How can you look away when two of the most beautiful actresses are kissing for a pose? They make it really hard to decide which one is better.

19) It seems like they decide what to wear before going out together. They are yet again twinning in a classic combo, black and white. With their messy hair and cute smile, they both are looking stunning.

20) This is how girlfriends are like. Always stuck with each other. Nobody can look this amazing in casual wear just like Courteney and Jennifer. Even though both are looking beautiful, Jennifer is looking quite extraordinary.

Courteney Cox and Jennifer Aniston, both are amazing, beautiful, and successful actresses. Over the years, they have given many blockbusters and have received many awards for their outstanding work. When it comes to their looks, they both are stunning and look adorable. As FRIENDS fans, we love them both equally. However, let us know in the comment section if you have a favorite.

The TV show FRIENDS has enjoyed such widespread popularity. That is why many of its set pieces are instantly recognizable. A glimpse of certain features like the tiny yellow picture frame that hung on the back of Monica’s apartment door or the orange couch inside Central Perk still triggers fond memories of watching the show. Even now, after the pilot’s premiere in 1994, we can watch it regularly on Netflix. Not just the show but even the props used in the show hold a special place in our hearts.

Warner Bros. announced the auction of a few famous props for charity to mark the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the show. We all know and love some of the props that are used in the show. We also used that setting to decorate our home. What we don’t know, the inside story of those props that became famous and had significance in the show.

So let’s dive into the list of some famous props and their inside stories used in FRIENDS that helped to make the episodes hilariously memorable.

1) Monica’s Apartment Window

Throughout the show’s ten seasons, we see all the six main characters spend plenty of time gazing out Monica’s large apartment window. Whether to check in on Ross or it was to see what their pal “Ugly Naked Guy” was up to, they never missed out to look outside that window. According to Shaffner, the show’s production designer, it almost looked very different despite all the moments involving that window.

Shaffner explains, to inform the design of Monica’s apartment, he used his own experience living in New York City. He explains, “What we used to do in New York was visit ‘tar beach,’ which is a little section of roof that might stick out from your apartment.” He continued, “So, we made that little mini terrace that was only accessible by climbing through the window.”

Shaffner says that at first, viewers had a lot to say about those types of slanted windows but he proved them wrong. He said, “The next summer, I went to New York and walked up and down the streets and took pictures of lots of those windows on the tops of the buildings in the Village. I knew they existed.”

2) Monica’s Mismatched Kitchen Chairs

Monica lived in that spacious two-bedroom Greenwich Village apartment. FRIENDS viewers love to talk about how unrealistic it is. But Shaffner says the way they decorated it was very realistic for her budget. Shaffner explains, “Something that people don’t know unless they’ve lived in Manhattan is that the night before trash day is the time to hit the streets, especially on the Upper East Side.” He further added, “You can find all kinds of really good stuff that is often in pretty good shape.” According to Shaffner, “We decided she collected chairs, and then she just painted them all different colors in that little kitchen area.”

3) Monica’s Door Picture Frame

The iconic little picture frame that hung on the back of Monica’s apartment door is quite famous among fans of FRIENDS. That element was also influenced by Shaffner’s experience living in New York City apartments. He said, “One of the things about New York is that every apartment sooner or later gets a slab metal door for security and fire so it doesn’t get to have any panels in it. It’s not interesting.”

Shaffner and set decorator Greg Grande decided to add a row of hooks to the back of the door to combat the accurate door’s banal look but ultimately decided against that. Shaffner shared, “A couple of days later, I came on set and Greg pulled me aside and said, ‘John, what do you think of this?'” He further continued, “He held up that little yellow picture frame and put it over the peephole, and I said, ‘I think it’s wonderful. Nail it on, and we’ll see if they like it.’ Everybody loved it.”

4) The Orange Central Perk Couch

Central Perk was created because the creators wanted a place where friends could possibly hang out at any time of the day. Shaffner explains, “We all recollected an era of the fifties and sixties where there was a Bohemian sense about coffee houses.” He continued, “It was a spot where you went and hung out and sometimes you’d hear a poetry reading, and sometimes somebody would play the guitar.”

Shaffner and his team looked to a real cozy, brick restaurant along with the boho aesthetic in the West Village that had a corner door for inspiration. Grande found perfect pieces from the prop house with that feel in mind including the couch. Shaffner says, “That color orange went so well with all the oranges and rusts and browns that were in the bricks.”

5) Monica’s Purple Apartment Walls

The whole process of set designing starts on paper. During that paper model phase, Shaffner came up with the idea to paint Monica’s apartment purple. Shaffner shares, “We showed the model to Kevin and the team, and Kevin looked at me and said, ‘I just don’t want another white landlord apartment. What can we do about color?'” He further continued, “It didn’t take me long. It was very quick. We were sitting together, and I said, ‘I have an idea. I would like to paint it purple.’ They all looked at me like I was out of my mind.”

Shaffner had to prove it was a good idea so he took the white paper model and applied some purple paint, a little turquoise paint in the kitchen, and some green paint in the hallway. It surely sealed the deal. Shaffner didn’t just think about paint color when designing Monica’s apartment. He said, “The girls didn’t paint the molding different colors. They just painted everything the same color, the walls, the molding, and the trims.”

6) Boy’s Door Magna Doodle

Joey also had a recognizable door accessory that featured a subtle change in every episode. Shaffner told Refinery29, “That little doodle board became a real trademark of the show. Paul Swain was the grip on the show, which means he was responsible for making sure lighting got hung and backdrops got to put up and stuff like that.” He continued, “He just started writing on it one day, and pretty soon, that became his thing. Once a week, he’d come in and do the little drawing on that and it became an iconic moment in the boy’s apartment.”

7) Monica’s Jouets Poster

Rachel Green and Monica Geller’s shared apartment was painted in purple. When it comes to the living room, the walls were usually broken up with artwork to make sure that the apartment’s purple paint wouldn’t overwhelm TV viewers. If you haven’t noticed, there was a poster that used to fill up space between the television and 1930s buffet. Mr. Grande said in an interview, “I was scrambling, so I picked out this image of a French vintage carnival poster from one of my research books and had it blown up.” He further added, “It fit the apartment’s feminine, eclectic style, and it was believable for Monica(who is a chef) because it was a good design on a budget.”

8) The Boys’ Recliners

With their hulking leather recliners, Chandler Bing and Joey Tribbiani favored an unapologetically bachelor-pad vibe. Mr. Shaffner said, “Those chairs were about one thing: comfort and where to put your beer.” And, Mr. Grande admitted, “I looked for the most obnoxious ones I could find.”

9) The Apothecary Table

In season six, Rachel moved in with Phoebe Buffay because Monica and Chandler decided to move in together. To her counterculture roomie as an antique, she was trying to pass off a Pottery Barn table. The fib flew and thanks to the item’s apothecary mahogany finish, brass hardware, and drawers until Phoebe discovered Ross Geller owned the very same one. The product placement had an amazing effect on the apartments. The table was purchased by the fans in droves that Pottery Barn reissued.

10) Joey’s Pat the Dog

According to Joey, success looks like this molded-plastic greyhound statue. Joey walked out of a flashy new apartment after getting his first big break of a recurring role on “Days of Our Lives”. Mr. Grande said, “The only note I got was ‘Give it a little Italian flair.’ I went to a store called Italy 2000 and saw this dog. It had a seventies flavor and was too funny.” The piece took on a life of its own in the show.

11) The Boys’ Laurel and Hardy Poster

Joey and Chandler’s brown-and-beige lair was intentionally left under-decorated. According to Grande, “We wanted it to look a little barren and like they didn’t really care. Still, we had to fill the walls with something.” This black-and-white poster of the entertainers of early-20th-century, Stan Laurel and Oliver Hardy unframed and haphazardly taped up that fit the set perfectly. Also, it cleverly echoed the boys’ own buddy dynamic. “Part of Joey and Chandler’s charm was that, in their own way, they were a couple,” Shaffner said.

12) Phoebe’s Gladys portrait

Phoebe created her own three-dimensional Gladys herself. is a short-haired woman whose half head is tilted out of the frame. She is dressed in blue and doesn’t have a left hand. However, when Mike moved in, Phoebe had to clear out a bunch of her stuff including Gladys to make space for him. Rachel and Monica actually fought over who has to take possession of it because the piece was so hideous. It was just included in the show for fun but it became so successful that Pottery Barn recreated it.

13) Joey’s Hugsy

Hugsy was originally mentioned accidentally by Joey in the episode “The One Where Everybody Finds Out” as his “bedtime penguin pal”. It is at that moment that he tells Rachel how he stole Hugsy from a child, and also swallowed his button years back. Later, Hugsy is on the chair beneath the dartboard in the episode “The One With Ross’s Teeth” when Chandler and Joey talk at the beginning of the episode. Not just that, we noticed it in several other episodes as well. It was a fun addition done by Mr. Grande.

14) Rachel’s Dirty Book

The ‘dirty book’ Joey finds in Rachel’s bedroom seems to be a prop rather than a genuine book in FREINDS. And, Rachel’s love for adult literature was previously referenced in “The One With Mrs. Bing”. So, to spice that up Rachel’s dirty books were added to the show. Rachel comes in for a lot of clowning from Joey when he discovers that she had an erotic book. We can’t be the only ones thinking about its narrative arc, can we?

15) The Pulitzer Fountain On Opening Credits

This is the famous fountain where all the six characters danced around during the opening of each episode of the show. It is the most iconic symbol of the show. However, it was just a prop on the set and not the actual fountain in New York. Reportedly, the inspiration behind the fountain was from The Pulitzer Fountain in Midtown West’s Grand Army Plaza and many FRIENDS fan visits there.

Jennifer Aniston and Angelina Jolie are undoubtedly two of Hollywood’s biggest actresses. When it comes to being married to Brad Pitt, the duo may have a common link, but the two ladies have many other interesting facts to their name other than being attached to Brad Pitt. While Jolie has been a famous actress ever since her performance in Academy Award-winning film “Girl Interrupted”, Aniston shot to fame with her amazing role of Rachel Green on the famed sitcom FRIENDS that aired between 1994 and 2004.

Due to their Pitt connection, the two actresses have often been compared by fans. After tying the knot in Malibu in 2000, Jennifer and Brad were married for almost five years. However, the couple finalized divorced legally in 2019 when Angelina Jolie married Brad in 2014. As the famous exes of Pitt, both Jennifer and Angelina have been pitted against each other over the years.

So, take a look at some interesting facts about both the actresses to see who is better, and fans will surely be surprised to know.

1) Net Worth – Aniston’s USD 240 Million Vs Jolie’s USD 120 Million

When it comes to net worth, Aniston is reportedly worth USD 240 million. All thanks to her growing popularity with new shows like “The Morning Show”. As for Angelina Jolie, she has produced some big projects as well as headlined some major films. The actress has reportedly amassed approximately USD 120 million, via Celebrity net worth.

2) Dating History – Aniston’s 2 Marriages Vs Jolie’s 3 Marriages

Jennifer Aniston has been married twice. Her first marriage was with Brad Pitt in 2000, while her second marriage was with actor Justin Theroux in 2015. Unfortunately, it did not last long and ended in 2017. She has also been linked to Jon Stewart, Tate Donovan, and singer John Mayer. When it comes to Jolie, she has been married thrice. Her first marriage was with British actor Jonny Lee Miller from 1996 to 1999. After that, she got married to Billy Bob in 2000 but got divorced in 2003. Finally, she married Brad Pitt that ended in 2019.

3) Awards – Aniston’s SAG Award Vs Jolie’s Oscar Winner

Angelina Jolie is an Oscar winner. She won prestigious honors such as an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress, two Screen Actors Guild Awards, and three Golden Globe Awards for her performances in the films Girl Interrupted (1999), Gia (1998), and George Wallace (1997). On the other hand, Jennifer Aniston has won four Golden Globe awards. She also bagged Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for FRIENDS in 2002 and Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance in 1996 by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series. Recently, she won a SAG award for “The Morning Show”.

4) Red Carpet Look – Aniston’s Laidback Look Vs Jolie’s Sexy Look

Angelina Jolie does not refrain from pulling off some of the most extravagant gowns on the red carpet. When we talk of Jolie, we cannot forget the red lips and the iconic thigh-high slit that made loads of headlines. She truly made the most of her time in front of the camera on the carpet.

Talking about another queen of the red carpet, Jennifer Aniston has quite left the mark. The FRIENDS star sticks to her basics and color palettes. Even if it is at one of the most prestigious events, she makes it seem like it’s no big deal to walk the red carpet. Her minimal makeup and laid-back style have proved that no trend is a bigger statement than personal style.

5) Career – Aniston’s FRIENDS Series Vs Jolie’s Tomb Raider Movie

Both women have excelled in whatever they do when you talk of their careers. Jolie’s work in “Tomb Raider” caught her lots of attention whereas Aniston was known for the hit TV series FRIENDS. Angelina is inclined more on the bold side and shown a lot of aggression in her movies whereas Jennifer has an image of a sweet, loving person and gets the same roles as her appearance suggests. Both women work splendidly in their departments.

6) Number Of Movies – Aniston’s 50 Movies Vs Jolie’s 55 Movies

When it comes to a number of movies, Jolie did at least 55 movies till now that includes some of the amazing movies such as “Mr. and Mrs. Smith” (2005), “Maleficent” (2014), and more. On the other hand, the FRIENDS star, Jennifer Aniston did at least 50 movies starting her acting career at an early age. Her first major film role came in the 1993 horror-comedy “Leprechaun”. After that, she gave many hits such as “The Iron Giant” (1999), “Mother’s Day” (2016), “Dumplin'” (2018), and more. Apart from movies, she also did some famous shows like FRIENDS, and “The Morning Show”.

7) Social Service – Aniston’s Service For Children Vs Jolie’s Service For Foreign Relations Council

These two remarkable names of the industry, Angelina Jolie, and Jennifer Aniston are involved in causes that relate to humanitarian. They are devoted to it wholeheartedly. Aniston is known to be helpful towards children more and other cases such as bisexual, transsexuals’, and homosexual societies whereas Jolie has been part of the foreign relations council and has helped various cases.

8) Thoughts About Each Other – Aniston Vs Jolie

Jolie spoke about the start of her and Brad’s relationship while speaking to Vogue in 2007 when she mentioned his marriage to Aniston and said, “I didn’t know much about exactly where Brad was in his personal life.” She continued, “But it was clear he was with his best friend, someone he loves and respects. And so we were both living, I suppose, very full lives.”

In interaction with Vanity Fair, Aniston had recalled her first meet with Jolie where she mentioned that she spoke to Angelina ahead of her film with Pitt. She said, “Brad is so excited about working with you. I hope you guys have a really good time.”

9) Brad Pitt’s Thoughts About His Marriages To Aniston And Jolie

Until Brad Pitt fell in love with Angelina Jolie on the sets of their film “Mr. and Mrs. Smith”, Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston were one of Hollywood’s power couples. However, his relationship with Jolie didn’t last long and they got divorced. After that, Brad underwent therapy. According to Entertainment magazine, that therapy has led him to the realization that he should have never left Aniston. He still considers Aniston the love of his life.

Even though both the couples have been separated, they both looked great together. However, as FRIENDS fans, we always want Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston to be together. It is been a long time that they have been separated but we still wish them to get back with each other. Well, when it comes to Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston, they both are amazing actors as well as spectacular human beings.

So, who is your pick between Angelina Jolie and Jennifer Aniston? Tell us in the comments below.