Jennifer Aniston is thoroughly enjoying her role as Alex Levy, the strong-willed and shrewd morning show anchor on The Morning Show. Speaking to Drew Barrymore on Monday at the Paramount Theater in Los Angeles, the Friends star revealed that playing Alex has done wonders for her mental well-being, surpassing years of therapy. Despite portraying a fierce female character on the Apple TV+ series, the actress shared that she no longer concerns herself with others’ opinions and judgments, confessing that she doesn’t give a “rat’s ass” anymore.
Chilling out: As she chatted with Drew Barrymore at the Paramount Theater in LA, Jennifer Aniston revealed that portraying Alex on The Morning Show had a more positive impact on her mental wellbeing than undergoing years of therapy.
During a recent episode of The Drew Barrymore Show, Jennifer Aniston opened up about her role as an aggressive woman on the Apple TV+ series, The Morning Show. She revealed that she no longer cares about people’s judgments since she doesn’t give a “rat’s ass” anymore. Drew asked Aniston about her channeling on the show, and Aniston shared that it was an opportunity to confront some of her past issues and release them. She also mentioned that this experience felt like therapy, and it was better than any actual therapist she had been visiting for years. Monday’s episode was the beginning of season two for The Drew Barrymore Show.
During an interview, Drew asked Jen about her character in The Morning Show and how she channeled it so brilliantly. Jennifer admitted that the process involved revisiting some of her personal struggles and facing them head-on. When asked if her character, Alex Levy, is based on some of her deepest truths, Jennifer explained that it’s a bit of both. She revealed that Alex is inspired by people she has encountered in her life, a combination of individuals she never wanted to emulate. Overall, Jennifer’s portrayal of Alex was a result of her personal experiences and observations.
According to the We’re The Millers actress, engaging in her craft is a form of extraordinary therapy that surpasses any actual therapist she’s seen for years. She also mentioned that being on set allowed her to tap into the part of her that wants to scream and yell, which she wasn’t able to do before in private. In the past, she preferred to discuss things rationally but struggled with people who yelled because it hindered productivity. However, being in front of 150 crew members allowed her to let out her emotions.
Drew inquired about Jennifer’s involvement in the creation of the character Levy and if the character is influenced by her personal experiences. Jennifer responded by saying that it’s a combination of both. She explained that Alex Levy is a representation of people she has encountered in her life, maybe even someone specific.
Jennifer Aniston has recently launched her own hair care line called LolaVie, which is a great way for her to earn some extra money. She stated that she feels like she has nothing to lose as she gets older, and there comes a time when you just don’t care anymore. This sentiment resonated with Drew Barrymore, who thanked Jennifer for sharing it because it’s cathartic for viewers. The conversation also included their mutual friend Adam Sandler, whom they have all worked with in various movies. Drew and Adam collaborated on The Wedding Singer and First 50 Dates, while Jennifer worked with Adam on Just Go With It and Murder Mystery.
During a conversation, Drew and Jennifer discussed a Twitter debate about who is a better partner for Adam Sandler – Jennifer Aniston or Drew Barrymore. Jennifer confidently stated that the answer is obvious because of the phrase “bros before hoes,” while Drew had a witty response, saying “hoes before bros.” Jennifer affectionately called Adam Sandler The Sand Man and labeled him as a unicorn because of his joyous attitude and lack of moodiness, which she claimed is uncommon in comedians. Despite the lighthearted debate, both actresses agreed that they enjoy working with Adam Sandler.
In a heartwarming gesture, Drew Barrymore surprised Dolores Sheen, co-founder of the Sheenway School & Cultural Center in L.A., with a generous donation of $20,000. The actress emphasized the importance of sisterhood and celebrating strong relationships with friends. Additionally, Drew and Jennifer played Let’s Make A Deal to raise funds for Wagmore Pets Dog Rescue, with Wayne Brady as the special host. Catch new episodes of The Drew Barrymore Show on weekdays, starting September 13. Check out thedrewbarrymoreshow.com for more details on air times.
