Top 10 Friends Stars: Where Are They Now?
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It’s time to get reacquainted with a few good friends. Welcome to MsMojo and today we’ll be seeing where the cast of “Friends” is now.
For this list, we’re taking a look at what our favorite friends have been up to since the show wrapped up in 2004. Along with the six main Friends, we’ll also be catching up with a few supporting cast members who played prominent roles.
Tyler may not be a household name, but any “Friends” fan will recognize him as Gunter, the manager of Central Perk and Rachel’s secret admirer. Despite usually being designated to the background, Tyler appeared in just under 150 episodes. Thanks to the show’s enduring popularity, Tyler still gets residuals for episodes he spoke in. Following the series finale, Tyler played himself on two occasions: once in an unaired pilot for “Nobody's Watching” and again in “Episodes” where he reunited with Matt LeBlanc. He’s also popped up in Chicane’s music video for “Come Tomorrow” and the series “Modern Music.” Tyler even opened a Central Perk replica in London. While Gunther may be his career-defining role, Tyler ditched his character’s signature bleached hair after the series wrapped.
Following his feature film debut in “Big Daddy,” Cole Sprouse landed a recurring role as Ross’ son Ben. Sprouse appeared in seven episodes, but his career was just getting started. Only a year after “Friends” ended, Sprouse took center stage alongside his twin brother Dylan in the Disney Channel sitcom “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.” Cole reprised his role as Cody Martin in “The Suite Life on Deck,” as well as several other Disney shows. On the heels of an acting hiatus, Cole returned to the limelight as a fully-grown heartthrob, playing Jughead Jones on “Riverdale” and Will in the tear-jerker “Five Feet Apart.” Cole has come a long way since his child star days. Ross, Carol, and Susan must be so proud!
Appearing at least once per season, the pesky Janice remained a constant thorn in Chandler’s side throughout the series. With a nasally voice, obnoxious laugh, and an unforgettable catchphrase, Maggie Wheeler molded Janice into her most popular character. Following her kiss goodbye to Chandler in Season 10, Wheeler has mostly taken on guest spots in other sitcoms. Since “How I Met Your Mother” has often been called “Friends” for another generation, it’s only fitting that Wheeler made an appearance as a real estate agent who shows Marshall and Lily an apartment. Wheeler’s vocal talents have also made her a natural choice for animated projects, voicing characters in “Archer” and “The Addams Family.” Whenever we hear Wheeler’s voice, we can’t help but say, “OH MY GOD!”
Rudd made his first appearance as Phoebe’s future husband, Mike Hannigan, in Season 9. By this point, Rudd had already established himself in comedies like “Clueless” and “Wet Hot American Summer.” After “Friends” ended, though, Rudd emerged as one of cinema’s most sought-after funnymen. In addition to supporting roles in “Anchorman,” “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” and “Knocked Up,” Rudd eventually achieved leading man status in films like “I Love You, Man” and “This Is 40.” His signature wit made Rudd the ideal candidate to play Scott Lang in “Ant-Man,” thus becoming an integral part of the MCU. As of 2019, Rudd can be seen in a dual role on the Netflix series “Living with Yourself.” And yes, Rudd looks like he hasn’t aged a day since playing Mike.
After saying goodbye to Phoebe Buffay and Smelly Cat, Kudrow took on a new character as has-been actress Valerie Cherish in HBO’s “The Comeback.” Although it initially only lasted 1 season, the show earned Kudrow a Primetime Emmy nomination. The series was revived for a second season almost a decade later, ironically making a literal comeback. This wouldn’t be Kudrow’s last post-“Friends” TV role. In addition to being the star of Showtime’s “Web Therapy,” Kudrow has made guest spots on shows like “Scandal,” “BoJack Horseman,” and “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” She’s maintained a presence on the silver screen as well, landing supporting roles in “Easy A,” “Neighbors,” and “Booksmart,” just to name a few. Behind the scenes, she’s still happily married to her “lobster,” Michel Stern.
Seeing how “Friends” was a ratings powerhouse for NBC, it only made sense to give one of the six main cast members a spinoff. Unfortunately for LeBlanc, “Joey” didn’t even come close to filling the void and was given the axe two seasons later. Like Joey himself after Dr. Drake Ramoray got killed off, LeBlanc disappeared from the spotlight for several years. His career gained a second wind in 2011, however, when LeBlanc played an egotistical version of himself in “Episodes.” This meta role won LeBlanc his first Golden Globe, putting him back on top of the TV world. LeBlanc would digitally reunite with Kudrow on a couple episodes of “Web Therapy” and has returned to the multi-camera sitcom format in “Man with a Plan.”
Aside from playing an adult Zac Efron in “17 Again,” the actor behind Chandler Bing has steered clear of film roles as of late in favor of his television roots. “Studio 60,” “Mr. Sunshine,” and “Go On” didn’t enjoy the same longevity of “Friends,” lasting a season each. “The Odd Couple” did make it to three seasons, however. One of Perry’s most notable guest spots was on “Cougar Town,” finally reuniting Chandler and Monica… kind of. As a recovering addict, Perry continues to help others battle addiction and even received a Champion of Recovery award. In 2018, news broke that Perry spent three months in the hospital following an abdominal surgery for a gastrointestinal perforation. Hopefully it isn’t long until Perry’s back on television.
Ross Geller may remain his most iconic role, but Schwimmer hasn’t stopped to take a break since “Friends” concluded. If anything, he’s only expanded his resume, making his Broadway debut in “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial” and directing his first feature with “Run Fatboy Run.” In the “Madagascar” movies, Schwimmer provides the voice of the neurotic giraffe Melman. Now if only we could get a crossover between Melman and Marcel. On the TV front, Schwimmer’s made quite a few guest spots on various sitcoms, including “Episodes” and “Web Therapy.” Schwimmer earned a Primetime Emmy nomination for playing Robert Kardashian on “The People v. O.J. Simpson” and became a recurring guest star during Season 10 of “Will & Grace.” Ross & Grace, now that’s Must See TV!
Following her tenure as Monica Geller, Cox was a top contender to play Susan Mayer on “Desperate Housewives.” Cox declined that job since she was pregnant with her daughter at the time, but several more opportunities soon opened up. She played a resilient tabloid editor on the short-lived “Dirt” and appeared in three episodes of “Scrubs” Season 8. Cox reteamed with “Scrubs” creator on “Cougar Town,” starring as Jules Cobb for six seasons. Two years after reprising their roles in “Scream 4,” Cox and husband David Arquette officially finalized their divorce. Since 2013, she’s been in a relationship with indie rocker Johnny McDaid. Unlike Monica, however, Cox doesn’t seem eager to get hitched. We guess you could say her and McDaid are keeping things breezy.
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Rachel Green was only the beginning for Aniston, who stands out as one of the rare television stars who successfully transitioned to the big screen. Having starred in blockbuster comedies like “The Break-Up,” “Horrible Bosses,” “We’re the Millers,” and many more, Aniston is among Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses. Between her divorce with Brad Pitt and separation from Justin Theroux, Aniston is no stranger to the tabloids. The gossip surrounding Aniston’s personal life is an afterthought compared to her professional achievements, though. In 2019, Aniston will return to television on “The Morning Show,” a flagship drama series for the Apple TV+ streaming service. Aniston also got an Instagram account in 2019, giving her fans what will probably be the closest thing they’ll get to a “Friends” reunion… for now.
For this list, we’re taking a look at what our favorite friends have been up to since the show wrapped up in 2004. Along with the six main Friends, we’ll also be catching up with a few supporting cast members who played prominent roles.
#10: James Michael Tyler
Tyler may not be a household name, but any “Friends” fan will recognize him as Gunter, the manager of Central Perk and Rachel’s secret admirer. Despite usually being designated to the background, Tyler appeared in just under 150 episodes. Thanks to the show’s enduring popularity, Tyler still gets residuals for episodes he spoke in. Following the series finale, Tyler played himself on two occasions: once in an unaired pilot for “Nobody's Watching” and again in “Episodes” where he reunited with Matt LeBlanc. He’s also popped up in Chicane’s music video for “Come Tomorrow” and the series “Modern Music.” Tyler even opened a Central Perk replica in London. While Gunther may be his career-defining role, Tyler ditched his character’s signature bleached hair after the series wrapped.
#9: Cole Sprouse
Following his feature film debut in “Big Daddy,” Cole Sprouse landed a recurring role as Ross’ son Ben. Sprouse appeared in seven episodes, but his career was just getting started. Only a year after “Friends” ended, Sprouse took center stage alongside his twin brother Dylan in the Disney Channel sitcom “The Suite Life of Zack & Cody.” Cole reprised his role as Cody Martin in “The Suite Life on Deck,” as well as several other Disney shows. On the heels of an acting hiatus, Cole returned to the limelight as a fully-grown heartthrob, playing Jughead Jones on “Riverdale” and Will in the tear-jerker “Five Feet Apart.” Cole has come a long way since his child star days. Ross, Carol, and Susan must be so proud!
#8: Maggie Wheeler
Appearing at least once per season, the pesky Janice remained a constant thorn in Chandler’s side throughout the series. With a nasally voice, obnoxious laugh, and an unforgettable catchphrase, Maggie Wheeler molded Janice into her most popular character. Following her kiss goodbye to Chandler in Season 10, Wheeler has mostly taken on guest spots in other sitcoms. Since “How I Met Your Mother” has often been called “Friends” for another generation, it’s only fitting that Wheeler made an appearance as a real estate agent who shows Marshall and Lily an apartment. Wheeler’s vocal talents have also made her a natural choice for animated projects, voicing characters in “Archer” and “The Addams Family.” Whenever we hear Wheeler’s voice, we can’t help but say, “OH MY GOD!”
#7: Paul Rudd
Rudd made his first appearance as Phoebe’s future husband, Mike Hannigan, in Season 9. By this point, Rudd had already established himself in comedies like “Clueless” and “Wet Hot American Summer.” After “Friends” ended, though, Rudd emerged as one of cinema’s most sought-after funnymen. In addition to supporting roles in “Anchorman,” “The 40-Year-Old Virgin,” and “Knocked Up,” Rudd eventually achieved leading man status in films like “I Love You, Man” and “This Is 40.” His signature wit made Rudd the ideal candidate to play Scott Lang in “Ant-Man,” thus becoming an integral part of the MCU. As of 2019, Rudd can be seen in a dual role on the Netflix series “Living with Yourself.” And yes, Rudd looks like he hasn’t aged a day since playing Mike.
#6: Lisa Kudrow
After saying goodbye to Phoebe Buffay and Smelly Cat, Kudrow took on a new character as has-been actress Valerie Cherish in HBO’s “The Comeback.” Although it initially only lasted 1 season, the show earned Kudrow a Primetime Emmy nomination. The series was revived for a second season almost a decade later, ironically making a literal comeback. This wouldn’t be Kudrow’s last post-“Friends” TV role. In addition to being the star of Showtime’s “Web Therapy,” Kudrow has made guest spots on shows like “Scandal,” “BoJack Horseman,” and “Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.” She’s maintained a presence on the silver screen as well, landing supporting roles in “Easy A,” “Neighbors,” and “Booksmart,” just to name a few. Behind the scenes, she’s still happily married to her “lobster,” Michel Stern.
#5: Matt LeBlanc
Seeing how “Friends” was a ratings powerhouse for NBC, it only made sense to give one of the six main cast members a spinoff. Unfortunately for LeBlanc, “Joey” didn’t even come close to filling the void and was given the axe two seasons later. Like Joey himself after Dr. Drake Ramoray got killed off, LeBlanc disappeared from the spotlight for several years. His career gained a second wind in 2011, however, when LeBlanc played an egotistical version of himself in “Episodes.” This meta role won LeBlanc his first Golden Globe, putting him back on top of the TV world. LeBlanc would digitally reunite with Kudrow on a couple episodes of “Web Therapy” and has returned to the multi-camera sitcom format in “Man with a Plan.”
#4: Matthew Perry
Aside from playing an adult Zac Efron in “17 Again,” the actor behind Chandler Bing has steered clear of film roles as of late in favor of his television roots. “Studio 60,” “Mr. Sunshine,” and “Go On” didn’t enjoy the same longevity of “Friends,” lasting a season each. “The Odd Couple” did make it to three seasons, however. One of Perry’s most notable guest spots was on “Cougar Town,” finally reuniting Chandler and Monica… kind of. As a recovering addict, Perry continues to help others battle addiction and even received a Champion of Recovery award. In 2018, news broke that Perry spent three months in the hospital following an abdominal surgery for a gastrointestinal perforation. Hopefully it isn’t long until Perry’s back on television.
#3: David Schwimmer
Ross Geller may remain his most iconic role, but Schwimmer hasn’t stopped to take a break since “Friends” concluded. If anything, he’s only expanded his resume, making his Broadway debut in “The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial” and directing his first feature with “Run Fatboy Run.” In the “Madagascar” movies, Schwimmer provides the voice of the neurotic giraffe Melman. Now if only we could get a crossover between Melman and Marcel. On the TV front, Schwimmer’s made quite a few guest spots on various sitcoms, including “Episodes” and “Web Therapy.” Schwimmer earned a Primetime Emmy nomination for playing Robert Kardashian on “The People v. O.J. Simpson” and became a recurring guest star during Season 10 of “Will & Grace.” Ross & Grace, now that’s Must See TV!
#2: Courteney Cox
Following her tenure as Monica Geller, Cox was a top contender to play Susan Mayer on “Desperate Housewives.” Cox declined that job since she was pregnant with her daughter at the time, but several more opportunities soon opened up. She played a resilient tabloid editor on the short-lived “Dirt” and appeared in three episodes of “Scrubs” Season 8. Cox reteamed with “Scrubs” creator on “Cougar Town,” starring as Jules Cobb for six seasons. Two years after reprising their roles in “Scream 4,” Cox and husband David Arquette officially finalized their divorce. Since 2013, she’s been in a relationship with indie rocker Johnny McDaid. Unlike Monica, however, Cox doesn’t seem eager to get hitched. We guess you could say her and McDaid are keeping things breezy.
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1: Jennifer Aniston
Rachel Green was only the beginning for Aniston, who stands out as one of the rare television stars who successfully transitioned to the big screen. Having starred in blockbuster comedies like “The Break-Up,” “Horrible Bosses,” “We’re the Millers,” and many more, Aniston is among Hollywood’s highest-paid actresses. Between her divorce with Brad Pitt and separation from Justin Theroux, Aniston is no stranger to the tabloids. The gossip surrounding Aniston’s personal life is an afterthought compared to her professional achievements, though. In 2019, Aniston will return to television on “The Morning Show,” a flagship drama series for the Apple TV+ streaming service. Aniston also got an Instagram account in 2019, giving her fans what will probably be the closest thing they’ll get to a “Friends” reunion… for now.
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