6 Interesting Facts about Jennifer Anniston You Probably Didn’t Know

by kapil Mehta # Guest Blogger

Jenifer Anniston, most famously known for her role in the hit series “Friends.” It’s been almost a decade since she played her breakthrough role Rachel Green. However, she has still maintained her status as a Hollywood superstar.

Anniston has marked her impression in Hollywood, from her flops to successful movies to her romantic life.

Since she is photographed and mentioned numerous times in tabloids, you might think that you know everything about her. However, many unknown facts of her life can still come as a surprise. You can also view article to learn more about the superstar.

Her Painting that got Recognition

Before she stepped into Hollywood, she accomplished an honor in arts at the age of 11. One of her paintings was hung in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, one of the most prestigious art museums globally.

At this stage of her life, she studied at Rudolf Steiner School, mainly based on arts, including drama, instruments, vocal music, and crafts.

She Struggles with Dyslexia

Even though she struggled with Dyslexia from a young age, it was diagnosed when Anniston was in her 20’s. For those who don’t know, dyslexia is a learning disability in which intelligence isn’t affected.

During her interview with Hollywood Reporter in 2015, she said she was relieved to know about her condition. It was because she hurt her self-esteem when growing up when she couldn’t retain anything.

Odd Jobs before she made it as an Actress

She tried different kinds of jobs between her acting auditions. One of them was a bike messenger, but that didn’t go well with her as she is not good with directions.

Her next job was waiting tables which was again not a good idea. She struggled with being clumsy and incompetent even though she was pretty friendly. More of her jobs were roles as an extra in many TV series.

What her Dad Wanted her to Become

Her dad is also a renowned actor,

. Since he already knew the harsh reality of the acting industry, he advised Jennifer not to follow in his footsteps.

He instead wanted Jennifer to study to become a lawyer instead of an actress. She struggled in school because of a learning disability that naturally removed this career option from her life.

She Turned Downed this Show for Friends

Jennifer Anniston had to go through a tough decision to star as Rachel Green in Friends. She got the offer of being cast on Saturday Night Live, but she had to turn it down at that time in exchange for Friends.

Both options would have marked a milestone in her career, but her role as Rachel still remains a favorite for her fans.

Her First Meeting with Brad Pitt was on a Blind Date

They were known as the “Hollywood’s Golden Couple” when they were together. Their agents set them up for a blind date where they first met each other.

After getting along really well, they proceeded to marriage on July 29, 2000. The extravagant event was held at the Malibu estate overlooking the Pacific Ocean. However, they separated after spending four and a half years together as a married couple.