Here are some interesting facts about Jennifer Aniston that you may not know:
1. She was born into a family of actors
Jennifer was born on February 11, 1969. She is the daughter of John Aniston, known from the series “Days of Our Lives“, and Nancy Doe, an actress and model. Her father is of Greek descent, and her last name at birth was Anastassakis, but the family changed it when they emigrated to the United States.
2. She struggled with dyslexia
As a child, Jennifer had difficulty learning and reading, which caused her serious problems with self-esteem. Later, they discovered that she was dyslexic.
3. She was a bartender and a courier before becoming an actress
Before her acting career, Aniston worked as a bartender, waitress, and even a bicycle courier in New York. She initially moved to Los Angeles with the hope of becoming a successful actress.
4. The series "Friends" brought her immense fame
Jennifer gained worldwide fame with her role as Rachel Green in the series "Friends" (1994-2004). Her hairstyle on the show became so popular that fans began to call her "The Rachel". Although the styling is iconic, Aniston herself admits that she was not a fan of this hairstyle.
5. She was originally cast for another role on "Friends".
Before getting the role of Rachel, she auditioned for the role of Monica Geller. Ultimately, the show's creators decided that she would be a better fit for the character of Rachel.
6. One of the highest-paid actresses on television
During the final season of "Friends", she and her colleagues (Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer, and Matthew Perry) received $1 million per episode, which was an unprecedented amount for television at the time.
7. Hidden talent
Few people know that Jennifer is also a talented artist. When she was 11 years old, one of her works of art was exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York.
8. Philanthropy and charity
Aniston is strongly involved in numerous charitable causes. She supports foundations for women's rights, the fight against breast cancer and the children's education system. She is also an active participant in natural disaster relief campaigns.
9. Filmography outside of "Friends"
Aniston has also had a successful career in cinema with films such as "Marley and Me" (2008), "Horrible Bosses" (2011), "With a Breath of Love" (2004) and "Borrowed Woman" (2011). For her participation in the series "The Morning Show" (2019), won a Screen Actors Guild Award.
10. Vegan and Healthy Lifestyle
Aniston is known for her commitment to a healthy lifestyle. She practices yoga, meditates, and is an advocate of a balanced diet. She shares that her favorite breakfast is oatmeal with added protein.