When Jennifer Aniston Revealed She And Friends Co-star David Schwimmer Once Had A Crush On Each Other

As a die-hard Friends fan who’s spent countless hours rewatching the series and dissecting every episode, I can confidently say that the chemistry between Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer was undeniably electric. The revelation of their secret crush on each other adds a whole new layer to Ross and Rachel’s iconic love story. It’s like finding out Monica and Chandler were actually soulmates in real life!


Known as one of television’s most enduring sitcoms, Friends captivated audiences worldwide and remains relevant even today. Its talented ensemble cast and clever dialogue have left an indelible impact on popular culture.

2021 saw Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer admit on a television reunion special that they each had secret crushes on one another during the show’s run. In an interview with Kelly Ripa for Live With Kelly & Mark, Aniston revealed her attraction to Schwimmer, a sentiment that surprisingly proved mutual.

In their early days together, Ripa inquired if you and David harbored feelings for one another, to which Aniston admitted they did feel that way. She further clarified that they chose to explore those feelings through their on-screen roles. When asked about the discomfort of acting out romantic scenes together, Aniston shared that it was not awkward at all; instead, it turned out to be quite enjoyable for them both.

She went on to talk about the memorable kiss they shared during their initial scene in the coffee shop. To be precise, it was their first kiss that took place at this very coffee shop. So, we simply drew upon all the affection and love we had for each other while portraying Ross and Rachel.

In 2021, Schwimmer confessed that he and Aniston harbored strong feelings for each other during their time together on Friends! He admitted, “I had a major crush on Jen.” However, despite the mutual attraction, nothing developed between them as neither was single at the time.

David Schwimmer and Jennifer Aniston portrayed the iconic TV duo, Ross and Rachel. Over time, their characters grew familiar to many households, and the show’s entire cast gained fame, transitioning to diverse careers with differing levels of achievement in movies and TV productions.

52 million viewers tuned in to watch the final episode of Friends. Despite the massive success of the original series, the spin-off show Joey (airing from 2004 to 2006), featuring Matt LeBlanc, didn’t achieve the level of popularity that was anticipated.

In the end, it appeared that they only remained close friends (pun included). There were no secret kisses or hidden dates – just two companions navigating the chaotic realm of ’90s sitcom stardom together. And let’s not forget, they brought us Ross and Rachel, which is quite an epic accomplishment by itself.

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2024-08-13 16:38