Lisa Kudrow wades into Friends fan debate about Ross and Rachel being on a break

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6 May 2026 • 6:42 PM MYT
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  • Lisa Kudrow, known for her role as Phoebe Buffay in Friends, has weighed in on the long-running debate regarding Ross and Rachel's relationship status.
  • Kudrow firmly stated that Ross was 'a bad boyfriend' and that Rachel should not have reunited with him, irrespective of whether they were technically on a break.
  • She criticised Ross's reaction to Rachel's work crisis, describing his behaviour as “horrible” for flipping out over a minor issue.
  • Kudrow also spoke about the “tense” scrutiny and “mean stuff” faced by the female cast members, including Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox, from the show's largely male writing team.
  • She recounted instances of writers making inappropriate comments about the actresses behind the scenes, highlighting the challenging environment.

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