Each 'Friends' Actor Received a Whopping Salary for the Reunion Episode
3 years, 6 months ago

Each 'Friends' Actor Received a Whopping Salary for the Reunion Episode

News 18  

The highly anticipated Friends Reunion episode will finally air on ZEE5 in India on Thursday noon. ‘Friends: The Reunion’ First Reactions Call It ‘a Poignant Comeback’ for Hardcore Fans The principal cast members– Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer will be seen recounting memories from the time they filmed the original ten seasons and recreate some iconic moments too. Some of the high profile names in the Friends reunion episode are Justin Bieber, BTS, David Beckham, Malala Yousafzai, Lady Gaga, Reese Witherspoon, Kit Harington, Mindy Kaling among others. As per a report in AP News, each of the six Friends actors were paid USD 2.5 million for the reunion episode, filmed over two days.

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Priceless original 'Friends' script found in trash auctioned off in London
11 months, 1 week ago

Priceless original 'Friends' script found in trash auctioned off in London

India Today  

Attention all "Friends" fans! Hanson Ross, an auction house in Hertfordshire, UK, has recently unveiled two original scripts from the beloved series. These are no ordinary scripts; they are the ones for "The One With Ross's Wedding Part I and Part II," episodes that are etched in the hearts of fans worldwide. They sweep us back to 1998 when Ross, …

Original Friends scripts found in garbage are being auctioned off
11 months, 1 week ago

Original Friends scripts found in garbage are being auctioned off

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Two original Friends scripts that were found trashed in London in …

David Schwimmer Shares Unseen BTS Pictures From Friends Reunion
3 years, 6 months ago

David Schwimmer Shares Unseen BTS Pictures From Friends Reunion

News 18  

Actor David Schwimmer, who played Ross Geller in the popular sitcom Friends, has shared unseen behind-the-scenes photos from the recent Friends Reunion, featuring his cast-mates, Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matthew Perry and Matt LeBlanc. He further added, “Thank you @hbomax for bringing us back together… BKC photo and cast huddle 2021 courtesy of @warnermedia & @terencepatrick Cast Zoom …

How Friends: The Reunion is a 'superexpressway of memory lanes' for fans and the sitcom's stars
3 years, 6 months ago

How Friends: The Reunion is a 'superexpressway of memory lanes' for fans and the sitcom's stars

Firstpost  

The Friends stars are, give or take a few zillion dollars and magazine covers, just like us. Nostalgia was built into Friends right down to the concept, which co-creator David Crane describes here as, “It’s about that time in your life when your friends were your family.” In other words, it’s a show about a time that you know will …

Friends reunion interview sees creators talk regrets of all-white cast
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends reunion interview sees creators talk regrets of all-white cast

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Marta Kaufmann, Kevin Bright and David Crane participated in an interview following the high-profile reunion …

'Friends: The Reunion' Records Over 1mn Views Across India
3 years, 6 months ago

'Friends: The Reunion' Records Over 1mn Views Across India

News 18  

The much-hyped Friends: The Reunion special amassed over one million views and counting from across the country upon release on Thursday. “We at Zee are extremely delighted to note the roaring response that ‘Friends: The Reunion’ received on Zee5, by amassing one million-plus views and counting, from across the country. The 104-minute reunion special is an unscripted show that brings …

Friends Reunion: Did Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer date?
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends Reunion: Did Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer date?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “The first season I had a major crush on …

The Best, Most Emotional and Hilarious Moments of Friends Reunion Special
3 years, 6 months ago

The Best, Most Emotional and Hilarious Moments of Friends Reunion Special

News 18  

After months of anticipation, the Friends reunion of our dreams finally became a reality when the special dropped on Thursday. All six original cast members– Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer – gathered for the special on HBO Max, to honour the iconic sitcom’s 25th anniversary. The almost Joey played fake Joey on …

Lisa Kudrow can’t watch Friends because she’s ‘mortified’ with performance
3 years, 6 months ago

Lisa Kudrow can’t watch Friends because she’s ‘mortified’ with performance

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. When the subject came to watching the series back, …

Friends The Reunion Review: A Roller Coaster of Nostalgia and Emotions
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends The Reunion Review: A Roller Coaster of Nostalgia and Emotions

News 18  

Friends Reunion Cast: Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Mathew Perry and Matt LeBlanc Director: Ben Winston It is very rare for a show to have the kind of influence that Friends had for its ten year run. With more and more young people watching the show years after it went off air, there was a rising demand …

FRIENDS Reunion: Jennifer Aniston and gang are being paid this unbelievable amount for the episode
3 years, 6 months ago

FRIENDS Reunion: Jennifer Aniston and gang are being paid this unbelievable amount for the episode

Hindustan Times  

The stars of 90s hit sitcom FRIENDS are reuniting for a special episode on Thursday, Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, Lisa Kudrow, Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer and Matthew Perry will revisit the sets of the show almost 17 years later. In 1996, The New York Times had reported that each member of the cast would get $22,500 per episode. By season …

FRIENDS reunion: Your favourite sitcom was not always wholesome, here are 5 problematic plot lines
3 years, 6 months ago

FRIENDS reunion: Your favourite sitcom was not always wholesome, here are 5 problematic plot lines

Hindustan Times  

The long-awaited Friends reunion special on Thursday will take fans of the comedy series on a trip down memory lane. FRIENDS: The Reunion brings together the main cast members--Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, Matthew Perry and Matt LeBlanc back to the set for a get-together. 3) Chandler's dad ridiculed for being a drag queen: His father being …

Friends Reunited But What About These 5 Super Amazing Shows?
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends Reunited But What About These 5 Super Amazing Shows?

News 18  

The original star cast of Friends– Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer– is all set to reunite. The Big Bang Theory Earlier this month, actor Kaley Cuoco hinted at a reunion episode of The Big Bang Theory and teased when fans might be able to see the cast get back together. “I can’t …

"Friends: The Reunion" is The One We Could've Lived Without
3 years, 6 months ago

"Friends: The Reunion" is The One We Could've Lived Without

Salon  

Watching "Friends: The Reunion" is impossible to do without contemplating its valuation. For the most passionate "Friends" worshipper no amount of time witnessing James Corden lobbing softballs at television's most famous sextet is enough. Until today..." Considering how much energy and focus is expended on selling the genuine lasting friendship the cast has shared all these years one would think …

For Friends Reunion Special, how much were the Friends stars paid?
3 years, 6 months ago

For Friends Reunion Special, how much were the Friends stars paid?

India Today  

The much-anticipated Friends: The Reunion began streaming online today, May 27. The reunion special episode features the six Friends stars - Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer, who are seen revisiting the good old days. HERE'S HOW MUCH THE FRIENDS CAST WERE PAID FOR THE REUNION SPECIAL According to a report published in …

Friends returns for one night only... and it's great to see them again, writes CHRISTOPHER STEVENS
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends returns for one night only... and it's great to see them again, writes CHRISTOPHER STEVENS

Daily Mail  

Friends: The Reunion Rating: Once in an eon, all the planets align. And James Corden has been widely panned for his interview with the show's stars Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer and Matthew Perry, with one slamming his 'banal' questions. EW gave it a grade B noting there were 'flashes of reunion magic' during the …

‘Friends Reunion’ review: The One Where They Gave You The Feels
3 years, 6 months ago

‘Friends Reunion’ review: The One Where They Gave You The Feels

The Hindu  

Perhaps the best part about the Friends Reunion, is that by the end of it, you realise that there always was — and probably still is — a part of Rachel, Monica, Phoebe, Ross, Chandler and Joey, in the respective actors who played them. Part talk show, part trip down memory lane, and part celebrity-fuelled tribute, the actors conversing inside …

Friends: The Reunion – Which cast members won’t be returning for HBO Max special?
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends: The Reunion – Which cast members won’t be returning for HBO Max special?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Friends: The Reunion debuts in the US on HBO …

How the Friends show paved way for real-life friendships
3 years, 6 months ago

How the Friends show paved way for real-life friendships

Live Mint  

The stars of "Friends" never really left us. But filming was delayed by the pandemic, with producers determined to bring the gang back in-person to iconic sets like the "Central Perk" cafe at the show's original studio outside Los Angeles. "The One Where They Get Back Together" airs 17 years after the show's finale drew more than 50 million viewers, …

Why the team behind ‘Friends’ finally agreed to a reunion after ‘147,000’ asks
3 years, 6 months ago

Why the team behind ‘Friends’ finally agreed to a reunion after ‘147,000’ asks

LA Times  

The figure is far from official, but according to Marta Kauffman, the co-creator of TV’s enduring global blockbuster “Friends,” she’s been approached 147,000 times — give or take — about a reboot or revival of the NBC sitcom. So if we’re trying to do some version of it, it’s already watered down.” It’s a position the producers and cast have …

What the Friends reunion reveals – and shies away from
3 years, 6 months ago

What the Friends reunion reveals – and shies away from

BBC  

What the Friends reunion reveals – and shies away from HBO After endless hype, the sitcom stars are finally together again. Getty Images From the first season, Friends brought its lead actors the kind of fame that can become a trap In other scenes, the cast talks together on the recreated set or wanders through Monica and Rachel's apartment with …

Friends Reunion to premiere in India at the same time as the rest of the world; here's when and where you can watch
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends Reunion to premiere in India at the same time as the rest of the world; here's when and where you can watch

Hindustan Times  

Indian fans of the American sitcom Friends can watch the special reunion episode along with the world on May 27. Chief Business Officer at ZEE5 India, Manish Kalra, said in a statement issued Tuesday afternoon, “We received an overwhelming response from the audience after recently announcing that FRIENDS: THE REUNION special will stream exclusively on ZEE5 in India. He added, …

Friends: The Reunion to Stream in India on ZEE5 Simultaneously With US Telecast
3 years, 6 months ago

Friends: The Reunion to Stream in India on ZEE5 Simultaneously With US Telecast

News 18  

The much-anticipated “Friends: The Reunion" will make its debut in India on May 27 exclusively on ZEE5, the streaming platform announced Tuesday. All the six original cast members of “Friends" — Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer are coming back for the long-awaited event. Manish Kalra, Chief Business Officer, ZEE5 India said, “We …

‘Friends: The Reunion’ To Screen On This OTT Platform In India
3 years, 7 months ago

‘Friends: The Reunion’ To Screen On This OTT Platform In India

ABP News  

Mumbai: The popular American sitcom ‘Friends’, which gained worldwide recognition is all set to air its special reunion episode on May 27, 2021, on HBO Max. This special episode will also witness David Beckham, Justin Bieber, BTS, James Corden, Cindy Crawford, Cara Delevingne, Lady Gaga, Elliott Gould, Kit Harington, Larry Hankin, Mindy Kaling, Thomas Lennon, Christina Pickles, Tom Selleck, James …

Friends: The Reunion to stream on ZEE5 simultaneously with the US and rest of the world on 27 May
3 years, 7 months ago

Friends: The Reunion to stream on ZEE5 simultaneously with the US and rest of the world on 27 May

Firstpost  

The Friends: Reunion episode will bring together the superhit 90’s sitcom stars Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, Courtney Cox, Matthew Perry, David Schwimmer, and Lisa Kudrow. The highly-anticipated episode will bring together the superhit 90’s sitcom stars Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, Courtney Cox, Matthew Perry, David Schwimmer, and Lisa Kudrow. In addition to the original cast, the reunion will feature guests …

'Friends: The Reunion' to Stream on Digital Platform ZEE5 in India
3 years, 7 months ago

'Friends: The Reunion' to Stream on Digital Platform ZEE5 in India

News 18  

The much-awaited Friends: The Reunion, which is set to drop on Thursday, May 27, in the US, has been confirmed for streaming in India, too. Friends, starring Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer, returns to the iconic comedy’s original Stage 24 on the Warner Bros. Friends: The Reunion will feature special guest appearances …

BTS Teases 'Friends: The Reunion' Appearance, RM and Suga Reveal Their Favourite Characters
3 years, 7 months ago

BTS Teases 'Friends: The Reunion' Appearance, RM and Suga Reveal Their Favourite Characters

News 18  

The official trailer for the upcoming Friends: The Reunion special recently dropped, showing Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer reminiscing about their time together on the original show. In addition to the series main cast members, Friends: The Reunion will feature a guest appearance by K-pop sensation BTS, consisting of RM, Jin, Jimin, …

What are Friends stars’ net worth and how much are they getting paid for the reunion?
3 years, 7 months ago

What are Friends stars’ net worth and how much are they getting paid for the reunion?

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The long-awaited reunion of the 1990s American sitcom Friends is finally …

Friends: The Reunion trailer sees original cast weigh in on whether Ross and Rachel were on a break
3 years, 7 months ago

Friends: The Reunion trailer sees original cast weigh in on whether Ross and Rachel were on a break

Firstpost  

The FRIENDS special episode has been directed by Ben Winston and it will premiere on HBO Max on 27 May The makers of Friends: The Reunion have finally released the much-awaited first trailer on Wednesday, 19 May and fans could not be any more excited. The highly-anticipated episode will bring together the superhit 90’s sitcom stars Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, …

Friends reunion: David Schwimmer opens up about ‘challenges’ cast faced after sitcom ended
3 years, 7 months ago

Friends reunion: David Schwimmer opens up about ‘challenges’ cast faced after sitcom ended

The Independent  

Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter for all the latest entertainment news and reviews Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter Sign up to our free IndyArts newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy David Schwimmer has opened up about how the Friends cast supported …

The ‘Friends’ reunion is set to be an insulting disappointment
3 years, 7 months ago

The ‘Friends’ reunion is set to be an insulting disappointment

The Independent  

The best of Voices delivered to your inbox every week - from controversial columns to expert analysis Sign up for our free weekly Voices newsletter for expert opinion and columns Sign up to our free weekly Voices newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Friends …

Friends Reunion to air May 27, Lady Gaga, K-Pop band BTS, Justin Bieber to join original cast
3 years, 7 months ago

Friends Reunion to air May 27, Lady Gaga, K-Pop band BTS, Justin Bieber to join original cast

Hindustan Times  

The long-awaited Friends cast reunion will be broadcast on May 27 and will feature a slew of celebrity guests including Justin Bieber, Lady Gaga, and K-Pop band BTS, streaming service HB0 Max said on Thursday. 1990s American TV show Friends ended in 2004 but found a new life when it was aired on streaming platforms. Friends: The Reunion, featuring all …

Nazriya Nazim is excited about Friends Reunion set to premiere on May 27
3 years, 7 months ago

Nazriya Nazim is excited about Friends Reunion set to premiere on May 27

India Today  

On Thursday, fans of TV show Friends were in for a surprise as the makers zeroed in on a release date for the reunion special. NAZRIYA NAZIM IS EXCITED ABOUT FRIENDS REUNION SPECIAL We have all binge-watched the TV show Friends multiple times and imagined our lives to be like Joey, Rachel, Phoebe, Monica, Ross or Chandler. It seems like …

Friends reunion: HBO Max announces air date and unveils first video teaser for long-awaited special
3 years, 7 months ago

Friends reunion: HBO Max announces air date and unveils first video teaser for long-awaited special

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Friends reunion special officially …

Friends Reunion Special Delayed Again Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
4 years, 4 months ago

Friends Reunion Special Delayed Again Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic

News 18  

HBO Max's much-awaited reunion special of "Friends" has once again been delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic. All six original cast members -- Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer -- are set to come together for the reunion, which was officially ordered in February. Ben Winston will direct and executive produce alongside "Friends" …

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