Jennifer Aniston Biography


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Jennifer AnistonJennifer Aniston biography: Jennifer Joanna Aniston was born in Sherman Oaks California on February 11, 1969 to parents Nancy Dow and John Aniston. Her father, John Aniston is an actor, most popular for his role is Victor Kiriakis on the NBC daytime soap opera, Days of Our Lives.

Jennifer's parents divorced when she was 9 years old. She was raised in both Greece and New York City.

Jennifer joined the "Rudolf Steiner School's drama club. It was here that she became passionate about the arts. She trained as a drama student at New York High School of the Performing Arts. While she had small television roles from 1989 - 1994, it wasn't until she went to audition for the role of Rachel Green that she found her success. Jennifer was part of an ensemble cast alongside fellow best friends, Courtney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, Matthew Perry and Matt LeBlanc. The series "Friends" remained on-air from 1994 - 2004. During the show's hiatus, Jennifer spent her time filming such movies as Office Space, The Good Girl, Rock Star, The Object of My Affection, She's the One, Picture Perfect, Bruce Almighty, Along Came Polly and many more. Jennifer continues in her movie career with successful hits like: Derailed, Rumor Has It, The Break-Up.

In Jennifer's personal life, she has dated several actors and met her ex. husband, Brad Pitt on a blind date. They married in an elegant ceremony in July 2000. However, their union was not meant to last. In January 2005, Jennifer and Brad sadly announced their separation to the world. Two months later, Jennifer filed for divorce. In April 2005, Brad was photographed frolicking on the beach with "Mr. and Mrs. Smith" co-star, Angelina Jolie, whom he was rumored to have had an affair with. Jennifer became involved with The Break-Up co-star, Vince Vaughn. They dated for about a year and called it quits.

For the most part, Jennifer has remained single and mum on her love-life in public. In April 2008, she began dating singer John Mayer. They had a whirlwind romance but things cooled in July and they went their separate ways.

In 2007, Jennifer signed on to become a spokeswoman for SmartWater. She is photographed regularly carrying a bottle of SmartWater with her.

Jennifer Aniston quotes:

"
When somebody follows you 20 blocks to the pharmacy, where they watch you buy toilet paper, you know your life has changed."

"It's impossible to satisfy everyone, and I suggest we all stop trying."

"I always say, "Don't make plans, make options."


"If we can say, "I loved, and I received a lot of love," then great. That's enough."

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Career Highlights
Non-acting careers:
Big break: NBC's Television Show "Friends"
Defining characters:
Best movies: The Break-Up, Rumor Has It, Bruce Almighty, The Good Girl
Best TV: Rachel Green on Friends
Stage credits:
Endorsements: In 2005 she appeared in a Heineken commercial that was frequently aired in Europe before UEFA Champions League.
In 2007, she appeared as the spokeswoman for SmartWater's ad campaign.
Other notable appearances/credits:
Top awards:
Other: Directed a short film in 2006 titled "Room 10."

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Jennifer Aniston Relationships
Family: Father, John Aniston, Younger half-brother Alexander Aniston, Mother Nancy Dow; Half Brother John T. Melick
Jennifer Aniston, Brad PittRomance(s):
  • Married actor Brad Pitt (7/29/00 - 10/2/05)
  • Dated actor Tate Donovan
  • Dated Vince Vaughn for 1 year while filming "The Break Up"
  • Dated singer John Mayer in 2008 for a few months
Frequent collaborator(s): Courtney Cox-Arquette
Other affiliations: Has two dogs, Norman and Dolly

Fun Facts About Jennifer Aniston
  • A painted Jennifer had created was displayed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art when she was 11 years old.
  • Jennifer is the godmother to best friend, Courtney Cox-Arquette's daughter, Coco Riley.
  • Several of her movies and her television stint on Friends have her playing the role of a waitress (Friends, Office Space, The Iron Giant, Along Came Polly).
  • In 2002, Jennifer was named one of People Magazine's "50 Most Beautiful People."
  • In 2005, Jennifer Aniston was the first woman to grace the cover of GQ (Men's Magazine) Magazine. She was named Woman of the Year.

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Jennifer Aniston's Awards & Honors
Year
Award
Category/Recipient(s)
Result
2002
Emmy
Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series - Friends
Won
2003
Golden Globe
Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy - Friends
Won
2002
Hollywood Film Festival
Actress of the Year
Won
2004
Logie
Most Popular Overseas Start - Friends
Won
2007
People's Choice Award
Favorite Female Movie Star
Won
2004, 2003, 2003, 2001People's Choice AwardFavorite Female Television Performer Won (all 4 years)
2000TV Guide AwardsEditors Choice (Friends - won with rest of cast)Won
2006Teen Choice AwardMovies - Choice Chemistry for The Break-UpWon
2004Teen Choice AwardChoice TV Actress - Comedy for FriendsWon
2003Teen Choice AwardChoice Movie Actress - Drama/Action Adventure for The Good Girl
Choice TV Actress - Comedy for Friends
Won (both awards)
2002Teen Choice AwardTV Choice Actress, Comedy for FriendsWon

Jennifer Aniston's Upcoming Projects
  • Marley & Me - Jennifer Grogan (2008)
  • Traveling - (2008)
  • He's Just Not That Into You - Beth (2009)
  • Management - Sue Claussen (2008)

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