When 'Friends' Cast Wasn't So Friendly with Time
Remember when Ross was still just a paleontologist and not a dad to a teenager? Or when Chandler was more known for his sarcastic one-liners than his managerial prowess? That was back in the '90s, folks, when 'Friends' first aired, and our beloved cast was a bunch of fresh-faced twenty-somethings. Let's take a stroll down memory lane and find out just how old they were when it all started.
Jennifer Aniston - Rachel Green
Jen was just 25 when she stepped into the Central Perk for the first time. Born on February 11, 1969, she was the youngest of the main cast. Fun fact: She was already a seasoned actress, having appeared in 'Ferris Bueller's Day Off' and 'Growing Pains' before 'Friends'.
Courteney Cox - Monica Geller
Courteney was 29 when she first played Monica. Born on June 15, 1964, she was the oldest cast member. Before 'Friends', she was known for her role in 'Family Ties' and had even dated her co-star, Michael J. Fox. Talk about a '90s icon!
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Lisa Kudrow - Phoebe Buffay
Lisa was 30 when she started as the quirky Phoebe. Born on July 30, 1963, she was just a year younger than Courteney. Before 'Friends', she had a recurring role in 'Mad About You' and even appeared in an episode of 'Who's the Boss?' as a different character. Now that's range!
Matt LeBlanc - Joey Tribbiani
Matt was 27 when he first said, "How you doin'?" Born on July 25, 1967, he was the second youngest of the group. Before 'Friends', he had a small role in 'Married... with Children' and even auditioned for the role of A.C. Slater on 'Saved by the Bell'. We're glad he didn't get it, or we might never have seen his iconic audition for the role of Joey.
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Matthew Perry - Chandler Bing
Matthew was 24 when he started playing Chandler. Born on August 19, 1969, he was just a year older than Jennifer. Before 'Friends', he had a recurring role on 'Growing Pains' and even appeared in an episode of 'Beverly Hills, 90210'. Fun fact: He was the only cast member born in Canada.
David Schwimmer - Ross Geller
David was 29 when he first played Ross. Born on November 2, 1966, he was the same age as Courteney. Before 'Friends', he had a small role in 'NYPD Blue' and even directed a few episodes of 'Friends' later in the series. Did you know he also co-founded the charity 'Directors UK' to support British filmmakers?
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Age is Just a Number
So there you have it, folks. The 'Friends' cast might have been in their late 20s and early 30s when the show started, but they sure looked and acted like they were in their 20s. And that's the magic of TV, isn't it? It's a reminder that age is just a number, and it's never too late to find your 'friends' and make your mark on the world. So, go on, give that old friend a call, or start a new friendship today. After all, as Phoebe would say, "We're all in this together, like a big, happy family... with incest."
And if you're feeling inspired, why not throw a 'Friends'-themed party? Here's a tip: Don't forget the 'pivot' game, and maybe skip the 'udderly' delicious sandwiches. Your guests will thank you.
Until next time, keep your 'Friends' close and your age at heart. Cheers!