7 Surprising Facts You Didn't Know About Jennifer Aniston

1. Jennifer's godfather is Telly Savalas, the actor best known for his role as Kojak on television.

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2. Jennifer was the last of the six main Friends cast members to be cast in the show. The producers originally wanted Jane Lynch to play the role of Rachel Green.

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3. Jennifer's first big break in Hollywood came when she was cast in the television series, "Molloy," in 1989.

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4. Jennifer is known for her love of yoga, and has even trained to become a certified instructor.

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5. Jennifer has a fear of flying and has been known to take sedatives to help her cope with the anxiety.

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6. Jennifer has been a spokesperson for several brands over the years, including Aveeno, SmartWater, and Emirates Airline.

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7. Jennifer has been married to actor Justin Theroux since 2015.

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