As a gamer who’s had the privilege of growing up with the golden era of sitcoms, I can’t help but feel a sense of kinship with Lisa Kudrow, the Phoebe Buffay herself. Her journey with Friends, a show that was more than just a TV series to millions worldwide, resonates deeply with me.
Lisa Kudrow shares her thoughts on when it became clear that ‘Friends’ was offering comfort during challenging times for its viewers.
As a passionate gamer, I recently hopped onto the mic with Ted Danson and Woody Harrelson during their podcast, SiriusXM’s “Where Everybody Knows Your Name,” to chat about my latest project, “Time Bandits.” In our heart-to-heart, I shared an interesting moment when I came to understand just how far-reaching the influence of “Friends” has been.
“Reflecting on my daily commute in L.A., I often find myself pondering about the unspoken connections we share with strangers. If ever I’m stopped at a light, someone from the car beside me might glance over and offer a subtle nod or wave. But after 9/11, there were instances where a fellow driver, seemingly drained and weary, would look over and simply say, ‘Thank you.’ Those moments, although brief, were profound. They almost brought tears to my eyes, as I realized in that instant, ‘Wow, we’re truly making a difference, not just in the physical sense, but in providing a form of emotional support too.'”
She discussed how she managed the celebrity she acquired when the series became popular in the late ’90s, mentioning that her family played a crucial role in keeping her humble and balanced.
Reflecting back on one of my podcast interviews, I shared an instance from Friends where I admit that towards a few later seasons, I wasn’t pouring in as much dedication as I initially did when the show first began. Thankfully, my dear co-star Matt LeBlanc was there to support me through it all.
As a gamer, I’ve been lagging behind, feeling pretty sluggish and disappointed in myself. Then, out of nowhere, LeBlanc appeared. He asked me what was up, and I confessed that I wasn’t giving it my all like I did during the first and second seasons, especially with Phoebe. I couldn’t help but think it wasn’t good. But he reassured me, saying, “You know who the character is now. You don’t need to do the work you did before. You’ve got it.” It took me aback a bit, but his words resonated with me.
As a gamer, I hadn’t dived back into “Friends” since 2004 due to some embarrassment about my own performance. But, after the unfortunate passing of my fellow cast member Matthew Perry, I found myself drawn back to the series. It was a way for me to remember him and keep his spirit alive.
“She emphasized the amusement he brought, stating this was her cherished memory [of him]. Moreover, she finds her fellow cast members incredibly funny as well. She’s amazed by Courteney Cox, Jen Aniston, and Matthew Perry, who she believes introduced a new comedic style that no one else had before. Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer are also consistently hilarious. Sometimes, even her own actions make her laugh.”
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2024-08-02 01:25