Friends Cast Ages at Filming

Six close friends in Manhattan navigate work, love, and adulthood together, turning everyday hangouts into one of TV's defining sitcom rhythms.

The pilot episode (The One Where Monica Gets a Roommate) aired on 1994-09-22. Ages are calculated at the approximate filming date of 1994.

How old was each actor in Friends?

ActorCharacterAge at FilmingBirthplaceAlso Known For
Jennifer Aniston Rachel Green 25.2 years Los Angeles, CA The Morning Show, Marley & Me
Courteney Cox Monica Geller 29.9 years Birmingham, AL Scream, Cougar Town
Lisa Kudrow Phoebe Buffay 30.7 years Los Angeles, CA The Comeback, Romy and Michele's High School Reunion
Matt LeBlanc Joey Tribbiani 26.7 years Newton, MA Episodes, Top Gear
Matthew Perry Chandler Bing 24.7 years Williamstown, MA The Whole Nine Yards, Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip
David Schwimmer Ross Geller 27.5 years New York, NY Band of Brothers, Madagascar

Frequently Asked Questions

How old was Jennifer Aniston in Friends?

Jennifer Aniston was approximately 25.2 years old when Friends was filmed around 1994.

How old was Courteney Cox in Friends?

Courteney Cox was approximately 29.9 years old when Friends was filmed around 1994.

How old was Lisa Kudrow in Friends?

Lisa Kudrow was approximately 30.7 years old when Friends was filmed around 1994.

How old was Matt LeBlanc in Friends?

Matt LeBlanc was approximately 26.7 years old when Friends was filmed around 1994.

How old was Matthew Perry in Friends?

Matthew Perry was approximately 24.7 years old when Friends was filmed around 1994.

How old was David Schwimmer in Friends?

David Schwimmer was approximately 27.5 years old when Friends was filmed around 1994.