More than two decades after the hit sitcom Friends wrapped, actress Lisa Kudrow has revealed that she has finally watched all 10 seasons of the series from beginning to end.The actress, who played beloved character Phoebe Buffet on the hit series, made the revelation during a chat with former co-star Jennifer Aniston of Variety’s Actors on Actors series. Despite starring in successful comedies, Kudrow admitted that she largely avoided watching the series for years, except for a few screenings.
Lisa Kudrow is finally watching Friends
Revealing the reason for not watching the series, she said: “There were entire episodes that I did not see. I couldn’t sit there at home and have anyone walk by seeing me watching the show I’m in. Because it was embarrassing for me.”The actress explained that she recently decided to re-watch the series and confirmed, “I have watched it now.”“I loved it with all my heart,” she said, reviewing the show. “I ended up sitting there for three hours and then at two in the morning.”
It made me so happy to watch it.”
Lisa Kudrow picks her favorite episode
Kudrow also shared that some of her favorite episodes were the annual Thanksgiving specials, including a memorable episode featuring guest star Brad Pitt, who was married to Aniston at the time. “When Brad was in the movie, it was funny,” Kudrow said.“I know. How funny,” Aniston added. “Friends movie stars include Brad, Bruce Willis, Julia Roberts and Isabella Rossellini.
“We had a lot… Sean Penn.”
Lisa Kudrow pays tribute to her Friends co-stars
During the conversation, Kudrow also praised Jen’s performance, saying, “Man, you’re all good. Cow! You were really good, Jennifer. It’s a silly thing to say to people. Of course.”The cast of Friends included Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, Matt LeBlanc, and the late Matthew Perry.Kudrow also revealed that she would be willing to share the screen with some of her former castmates again, saying that she would “love” to star in another comedy series alongside Aniston and Cox.
About “Friends”
Originally airing from 1994 to 2004, Friends became a global television phenomenon and remains one of the most watched sitcoms in streaming history. The series won six Emmy Awards during its run, including Outstanding Comedy Series in 2002. Kudrow won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 1998 for her portrayal of Phoebe.
