No one, not even the actors, had imagined Friends would turn out to be an emotion for fans. They adore all the characters, their stories, their struggles, and their bonds with each other. While some related to Monica’s cleanliness, some with Chandler’s wit, and others with Phoebe’s goofiness and lovely demeanor. However, it is not just fans but also actors who have a degree of relatability with the roles they play. And one such actor has been none other than Jennifer Aniston, who once revealed how she could relate to Rachel Green.

Rachel Green, as we know, went from a runaway bride to a successful woman with an influential dream job. So, how could the American diva relate to Rachel?

Jennifer Aniston has a surprising connection with Rachel Green

Everyone knows Jennifer Aniston as a successful Hollywood actress and producer. However, there is a background story of the actress as well. Before gaining fame after Friends, her life was entirely different. In her interview with InStyle in 2019, she talked about the similarities with her character. Her pre-Friends era was so much like her character. She shared how she had waitressed at the Big Apple for a year before getting a proper acting job. This is very similar to Green, who was a waitress at Central Perk before getting her breakthrough at Bloomingdale’s.

After moving away from her home, the Cake star had to survive on her own. She even starred in six failed shows. Therefore, to keep going in her life, she did everything she could. Additionally, the 54-year-old actress also once worked as a telemarketer selling time-shares in the Poconos. However, she did not like the job as it felt strange to her calling people during their dinner time.

Recalling those days, Aniston also revealed she used to cut hair for 10 bucks a head in junior high. Did you know that the Murder Mystery actress used to cut her father’s hair, who was the Days of Our Lives actor? But her father told her after 15 years that he would get his hair fixed on the sets. Despite all the struggles, Aniston did not give up and made herself the strong and powerful woman that we all know now. But did you know, she almost could not make it to Friends as well?

The one where Aniston almost lost the role of Rachel Green

It is true that the actress was the first choice for the role of Green that went on to become one of the remarkable characters. However, during the same time, the Horrible Bosses actress was also filming another show. If that other show had worked out, she would have to quit Friends and continue with the other one. Fortunately, the show did not do well and things worked out for the creators and the actress as well.

Even after 19 years of the show’s ending, fans still love the charming and beautiful character. They all cherish Rachel’s adorable moments with her love interest in the show, Ross, as well. After the tremendous success of the NBC sitcom, Aniston became unstoppable and established herself in the industry. Currently, she is the leading star in the Apple TV+ show, The Morning Show.

While waiting for the third season to drop on the 13th of September, tell us, did you know about her pre-Friends life? Share your opinion about this surprising connection in the comments below.