Updated: Catching up with the 'Friends' Cast

The hit NBC series Friends introduced six new pals to TV audiences on September 22, 1994. Decades later, fans have witnessed Jennifer Aniston (Rachel Green), Courteney Cox (Monica Geller), Lisa Kudrow (Phoebe Buffay), Matt LeBlanc (Joey Tribbiani), Matthew Perry (Chandler Bing), and David Schwimmer (Ross Geller) take on various roles over the years.

Throughout the show's 10-season run, the friend group transitioned from aimless 20-somethings to successful adults with fulfilling careers, less complicated love lives, and growing families. Despite this, fans still hold onto fond memories of the iconic Central Perk gatherings, sparking discussions about a potential revival.

HBO Max announced that the original cast would reunite for the first time for an unscripted reunion special, which premiered in May 2021.

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'Friends' Cast: Where Are They Now?

The hit NBC series Friends introduced six new pals to TV audiences on September 22, 1994. Over the course of decades, Jennifer Aniston (Rachel Green), Courteney Cox (Monica Geller), Lisa Kudrow (Phoebe Buffay), Matt LeBlanc (Joey Tribbiani), Matthew Perry (Chandler Bing), and David Schwimmer (Ross Geller) have taken on numerous other roles.

During the show's ten-season run, the group of friends transitioned from being aimless 20-somethings to successful professionals, with more stable romantic relationships and the addition of growing families. Despite these transformations, fans continue to hold the iconic Central Perk regulars close to their hearts, leading to speculation and discussions about a potential revival. To the delight of fans, HBO Max recently confirmed that the original cast would come together for an unscripted reunion special, which premiered in May 2021.

Scroll to see the stars of the '90s hit today and now.

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Jennifer Aniston

Since changing her famous Rachel hairstyle, the megastar has been diligently working. Aniston has appeared in numerous successful movies, such as He's Just Not That Into You, Marley & Me, We're the Millers, Horrible Bosses, Cake, and Dumplin', which have been both box office hits and highly praised during awards season. In 2019, she made her return to television as the star and executive producer of Apple TV+'s The Morning Show, for which she received a SAG Award.

Following the end of Friends, Aniston and her then-husband Brad Pitt divorced. However, she later married Justin Theroux in 2015, only to separate from him in 2017.

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Matt LeBlanc

Following his time on Friends, LeBlanc shifted his focus within the entertainment industry. He established Fort Hill Productions, which played a key role in co-producing the television movie The Prince in 2006. Apart from his professional endeavors, LeBlanc went through a separation from Melissa McKnight in 2006, following a three-year marriage. He is the proud father of his daughter Marina. LeBlanc's television career continued to flourish with his successful Showtime series, Episodes, and his CBS sitcom, Man With a Plan. Additionally, he served as a cohost on Top Gear from 2016 to 2019.

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Courteney Cox

After her marriage to David Arquette ended, Courteney Cox, the mother of daughter Coco, continued her acting career with the ABC-turned-TBS comedy Cougar Town, which concluded in April 2014. Cox then accepted a proposal from Johnny McDaid, the lead singer of Snow Patrol. In 2019, she took on the role of host and executive producer for the show 9 Months with Courteney Cox. More recently, she made an appearance in Scream 5 in January 2022.

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David Schwimmer

Known for his iconic role as the voice of Melman, the giraffe in the beloved Madagascar animated films, Schwimmer has proven his talent both in front of and behind the camera. In 2007, he ventured into directing with his highly-acclaimed feature debut, Run, Fatboy, Run. Schwimmer's versatility extends beyond film, as he showcased his exceptional acting skills on Broadway in The Caine Mutiny Court-Martial. Collaborating once again with his Friends co-star, Lisa Kudrow, Schwimmer delivered a stellar performance as Newell L. Miller on the hit series Web Therapy in 2012. Garnering critical acclaim, he captivated audiences as Robert Kardashian in the compelling 2016 series The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story, as well as during his memorable arc in the tenth season of the beloved sitcom, Will & Grace. Continuing to make waves in the entertainment industry, Schwimmer secured a role on Intelligence, a highly-regarded British television sitcom that was later embraced by Peacock in 2020.

Schwimmer was married to artist Zoë Buckman from 2010 to 2017. They share one daughter, who they welcomed in 2011. 

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Lisa Kudrow

Now a married woman with a son, Kudrow played multiple roles as the cocreator, writer, and star of HBO's The Comeback in 2005. The show revolved around a former star of a sitcom desperately seeking a second chance. Despite earning an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Valerie Cherish, the series was abruptly canceled after airing just 13 episodes. Nevertheless, in a surprising turn of events, the show itself made a comeback in 2014 when HBO decided to bring it back for a second season. Apart from that, Kudrow has also made appearances in Web Therapy, P.S. I Love You, Easy A, Grace and Frankie, and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt. 2020 marked another achievement for her as she secured a recurring role in Netflix's Space Force.

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Matthew Perry

Perry gained popularity among a new wave of followers for his portrayal of Zac Efron's grown-up character in the movie "17 Again" released in 2009. He also made appearances in various television shows such as "Mr. Sunshine," "The Good Wife," "Go On," and "The Odd Couple." In 2018, he underwent surgery to treat a gastrointestinal perforation.

In November 2020, Perry announced his engagement to talent manager Molly Hurwitz, but their relationship ended after six months.

Perry died in October 2023 at age 54 following an apparent drowning.