14 Things You (Probably) Don't Know About Jennifer Aniston

by Christian Gray Snow

With a legion of fans and countless acting roles under her belt, Jennifer Aniston's success over the years is unrivaled. Between her much-beloved role as Rachel Green on "Friends," to her latest gig as Carol Vanstone in "Office Christmas Party," Aniston's personal and professional life have all been very public for fans to see. However, there are still a few things about Jennifer that you may not have heard before. Here are 14 facts you probably didn't know about Aniston.

1. Valley Girl at Heart

Jennifer Joanna Aniston was born on February 11th, 1969 in Sherman Oaks, California.

2. All Over the Place

Aniston’s family relocated to Greece for a year when she was a kid. After that, the clan moved to Pennsylvania to live with her Grandmother, before later relocating, again, to New York City.

3. Who Do You Look Up To?

Aniston lists Lucille Ball and Carol Burnett as her childhood heroes.

4. Like Father, Like Daughter

Aniston’s father is actor Days of Our Lives," a gig he first landed way back in 1985.

5. Junk Food, Please

The actress's go-to junk foods are tortilla chips with salsa and guacamole.

6. Watch Where You’re Going

While on the set of "Along Came Polly” in 2003, the actress broke her toe after stubbing it on an ottoman. Medic!

7. Video Girl

The actress appeared in the Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers video for the 1996 hit "Walls."

8. Ain't No Business Like Show Business

Aniston's big break came when she was cast as Rachel Green on "Friends." However, she originally auditioned to play Monica Geller! She was given the role of Rachel after persuading producers it was a better fit ... and being told to lose 30 pounds. Umm ... RUDE!

9. Flying the (Not-So) Friendly Skies

The actress hates flying and has a huge fear of it, despite how often she is forced to travel by plane due to her job. Also, she's the celebrity face of Emirates Airlines. Ah, the irony.

10. Changing the Game

Aniston was the first woman to win the GQ Man of the Year Award back in 2005. She shared the award with Paul Rudd and 50 Cent.

11. Wrong Place, Wrong Time

Once, while naked in a public sauna, Aniston was recognized by a fan. Probably not the best time to ask for a selfie, huh?

12. Falling in Love

Aniston met husband Justin Theroux in 2011 while they were filming "Wanderlust." They were engaged in 2012, and married in 2015.

13. 'High' Fashion Hairstylist

The stylist responsible for Aniston’s hairstyle on "Friends" is Chris McMillan, who later admitted that he was stoned when he created Aniston's look for the hit series.