Me and Matthew Perry were having lunch somewhere, and we knew Lisa [Kudrow] was getting her hair colored. So we ran into the hair salon, and I snuck up, and she was in the sink, the hair bowl, and I took the nozzle and just started washing her hair from the guy that was supposed to be doing it, and it definitely flew out of control, and that was unfortunate, but the excitement we had, and it feels like yesterday.
For fans of Friends, it might be surprising to hear that Jennifer Aniston revealed in a heartfelt conversation with Quinta Brunson during Variety’s Actors on Actors session that Lisa Kudrow had a unique reaction to audience laughter during tapings.
Laughter on Set
During their nearly 40-minute conversation, Jennifer recounted memories of filming Friends, emphasizing how each actor brought a special touch to their roles. She specifically highlighted Lisa Kudrow’s fascinating relationship with the live audience’s reactions.
Kudrow’s Reaction
She hated when the audience laughed during taping because it threw off her rhythm,
Friends.
Kudrow’s preference for uninterrupted scenes showcases her dedication to the craft, which sometimes clashed with the spontaneity that audience reactions brought.
A Tight-Knit Cast
A highlight of their discussion involved recounting an amusing story involving Matthew Perry, further illustrating the close bond shared among the cast members. Aniston chuckled while reminiscing, Me and Matthew Perry were having lunch somewhere, and we knew Lisa [Kudrow] was getting her hair colored. So we ran into the hair salon…the excitement we had felt like yesterday.
The Emotional Weight of Rewatching
Aniston also tearfully reflected on rewatching Friends, especially in light of Matthew Perry’s recent passing. She described watching it now as both comforting and bittersweet.
Their conversation explored themes like how social media influences modern sitcoms, which allowed both women to compare past and present experiences in television.
Kudrow’s Continued Success
Kudrow remains active in her career. Recently appearing in Netflix’s dark comedy series No Good Deed, she still captivates audiences with her performance skills.
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