Jennifer Aniston is thoroughly enjoying her role as the shrewd and outspoken Alex Levy on The Morning Show. During a recent appearance at the Paramount Theater in Los Angeles alongside Drew Barrymore, the actress revealed that playing Alex has been more beneficial for her mental well-being than years of therapy. Despite portraying an assertive female character on the Apple TV+ series, Jennifer shared that she no longer concerns herself with the opinions of others, stating that she doesn’t “give a rat’s ass” about judgments.
During a conversation at the Paramount Theater in Los Angeles, Jennifer Aniston revealed to Drew Barrymore that her role as Alex on The Morning Show has brought significant benefits to her mental health. In fact, she claimed that it has helped her more than years of therapy ever did.
During the premiere episode of season two of The Drew Barrymore Show, Jennifer Aniston discussed her role as an aggressive woman in the Apple TV+ show, The Morning Show. She revealed to Drew that she no longer cares about judgments from others and doesn’t give a ‘rat’s ass’ about what people think of her character. When asked about the experience of playing such a complex role, Jennifer explained that it involved revisiting some of the darker aspects of herself and confronting them head-on. She also stated that the process was like undergoing therapy, which was even more effective than seeing an actual therapist she had been going to for years.
During a conversation between Drew and Jen, Drew expressed her admiration for Jen’s work in The Morning Show. Jen shared that the role was an opportunity for her to confront and release some of her personal struggles and flaws. When asked if the character she played was based on herself, Jen responded that it was a combination of her own experiences and observations of people she had encountered in her life. She explained that the character of Alex Levy was inspired by people she did not want to emulate.
According to the We’re The Millers actress, acting was an extraordinary form of therapy that surpassed her years-long sessions with an actual therapist. She explained that it allowed her to tap into emotions that she had previously suppressed, such as the urge to scream into a pillow. In the past, she had difficulty expressing these emotions, preferring instead to have rational conversations. However, she realized that bottling up her feelings was not productive and that releasing them through acting was a more effective way to cope with her emotions.
Drew asked Jen if Alex Levy, the character she plays, is either based on her or if she has infused some of her personal experiences into the portrayal. Jen replied that it’s a combination of both factors. She explained that Alex Levy embodies people she has encountered in her life, including someone who might be familiar to her.
Actress Jennifer Aniston has recently launched her own hair care line called LolaVie, which is expected to bring in some extra income. She mentioned feeling like she has nothing to lose as she ages, saying “there is a part as you get older that you just hit a wonderful who gives a rat’s ***.” Her comments were met with appreciation from co-host Drew Barrymore, who found it cathartic. The conversation also touched on their mutual friend and actor Adam Sandler, with whom they have worked on various film projects.
During a conversation, Drew and Jennifer discussed a debate on Twitter about who makes a better partner for Adam Sandler, either Jennifer Aniston or Drew Barrymore. Jennifer confidently stated that she is the better partner for Sandler, referring to the phrase “bros before hoes.” However, Drew jokingly countered with “hoes before bros.” Jennifer referred to Sandler as “The Sand Man,” describing him as a unicorn because he exudes joy and doesn’t have mood swings, unlike many comedians. The conversation ended with Jennifer agreeing with Drew’s sentiment of “hoes before bros.”
Drew Barrymore made a generous donation of $20,000 to the Sheenway School & Cultural Center co-founded by Drew-Gooder Dolores Sheen, which was a pleasant surprise for her. The actress emphasized the importance of sisterhood and friendship during the show, saying that it was the true answer to many important issues. In addition, Jennifer Aniston joined Drew in playing Let’s Make A Deal to raise funds for Wagmore Pets Dog Rescue. Season two of The Drew Barrymore Show begins on Monday, September 13th, so make sure to tune in for more exciting episodes. Check thedrewbarrymoreshow.com for air times.
