Courteney Cox turns 60 today
Best known for her iconic role as Monica Geller on the hit television series “Friends,” Cox has built a diverse and successful career in both television and film
Courteney Cox turns 60 today
The actress, producer, and director Courteney Bass Cox, was born on June 15, 1964, in Birmingham, Alabama. Cox grew up in Mountain Brook, Alabama, and attended Mountain Brook High School. After high school, she studied architecture at Mount Vernon College in Washington, D.C., but decided to pursue a career in acting instead. She moved to New York City, where she began her career as a model and actress, landing her first major role in 1984 in Bruce Springsteen’s music video for “Dancing in the Dark.”
Her breakthrough role came in 1994 when she was cast as Monica Geller on the NBC sitcom “Friends.” The show, which ran for ten seasons until 2004, became one of the most popular and beloved television series of all time. Cox’s portrayal of the neurotic yet lovable Monica earned her critical acclaim and a massive fan following. The ensemble cast of “Friends” became cultural icons, and the show remains a significant part of television history.
In addition to “Friends,” Courteney Cox has had a successful film career. She starred in the “Scream” film series (1996-2011) as Gale Weathers, a role that showcased her ability to transition between comedy and horror. The “Scream” franchise was highly successful and solidified Cox’s status as a versatile actress.
Cox also appeared in various films during the 1990s and 2000s, including “Ace Ventura: Pet Detective” (1994) alongside Jim Carrey, and “3000 Miles to Graceland” (2001).
After “Friends,” Cox continued to work in television, starring in the ABC/TBS sitcom “Cougar Town” (2009-2015). The show, which Cox also produced, ran for six seasons and earned her a Golden Globe nomination. “Cougar Town” allowed Cox to explore her comedic talents further and establish herself as a producer.
In recent years, she has returned to her role as Gale Weathers in “Scream” (2022) and continues to act in various film and television projects. Additionally, Cox has ventured into directing, with credits including episodes of “Cougar Town” and the television film “TalhotBlond” (2012).
Courteney Cox married actor David Arquette in 1999, and they have a daughter, Coco Arquette, born in 2004. The couple separated in 2010 and finalized their divorce in 2013. Despite their separation, Cox and Arquette have maintained a friendly relationship and co-parent their daughter.
Cox has been in a relationship with musician Johnny McDaid of Snow Patrol since 2013. The couple became engaged in 2014, briefly broke off their engagement, but have remained together since.
Watch a recent interview with where she talks about her life, projects and memorable moments of her career
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