David Schwimmer

Date of Birth

2 November 1966, Astoria, New York, USA

Birth Name

David Larry Schwimmer

Nickname

Schwimmer

Height

6' 1" (1.85 m)

Mini Biography

Born in New York and raised in Los Angeles, Schwimmer was encouraged by a high school instructor to attend a summer program in acting at Northwestern University. Inspired by that experience, he returned to Northwestern where he received a bachelor's degree in speech/theater. In 1988, along with seven other Northwestern graduates, he co-founded Chicago's Lookingglass Theatre Company.

Spouse

Zoe Buckman

(4 June 2010 - present) 1 child

Trivia

Born on his mother's birthday.

Graduated from Northwestern University.

Along with best friend & fellow actor Joey Slotnick, he helped found the Looking Glass Theater Company, based in Chicago, Illinois.

Before "Friends" (1994) Schwimmer competed against high-school friend Jonathan Silverman and actor Jon Cryer for a role in the TV pilot Couples (1994) (TV). Silverman won the role opposite Helen Slater, but ABC passed on the show. The producers later reconceived the show for singles and sold it to NBC as "Friends" (1994) in which Schwimmer was the first actor to be cast.

Called up a London talk show to deny false claims that cast members of "Friends" (1994) were demanding $1,000,000 each per episode. [April 2000]

Has worked extensively on the stage both as actor and director

Is on the board of directors of the Rape Foundation for the Rape Treatment Center of Santa Monica

Split up from Mili Avital in November 2001

Member of Delta Tau Delta International Fraternity

January 2003 - Premiered his play "Turnaround" at the 99-seat West Hollywood Coast theater. All of his "Friends" were in attendance.

He graduated Beverly Hills High School in 1984 and performed in stage productions there under the direction of John Ingle.

Went to the same High School as Angelina Jolie, Michael Klesic, Nicolas Cage, Lenny Kravitz, Jonathan Silverman, Gina Gershon, Rhonda Fleming, Jackie Cooper, Rob Reiner, Antonio Sabato Jr., Pauly Shore, Michael Tolkin, Betty White, Corbin Bernsen, Elizabeth Daily, Albert Brooks and Crispin Glover.

Both his parents, Arlene Coleman-Schwimmer and Arthur Schwimmer, had small parts in Since You've Been Gone (1998) (TV), which he directed.

David once said in an interview, he would like to become a public school teacher after "Friends" (1994) ended.

Has an older sister, Ellie Schwimmer.

Playing Michael in The Wonder Years, he rides a 500cc Triumph Daytona motorcycle. The same motorcycle, also seen in other episodes, is also seen mounted on the back of his character's Volkswagen van.

He is related to "So You Think You Can Dance" (2005) contestants Benji Schwimmer, Lacey Schwimmer & Heidi Groskreutz-Burns.

Ate only lox and bagels from Cassels Market in Margate, during the filming of Duane Hopwood (2005).

Was originally going to direct "The Persuaders" (2009) with George Clooney and Hugh Grant in the lead roles but the movie got scrapped.

Was so busy filming The Pallbearer (1996) that he missed Lisa Kudrow's wedding.

Turned down Ben Affleck's role in Chasing Amy (1997).

Turned down Will Smith's role in Men in Black (1997).

Allergic to cats.

Revealed that he had conflict with writers and cast members of "Friends" (1994).

He was awarded the 1991 Joseph Jefferson Award Citation for Director - Play for directing a stage adaptation of "The Jungle" at the Lookingglass Theatre Company in Chicago, Illinois.

Joy Gregory and he were nominated for a 2003 Joseph Jefferson Award for New Adaptation for "Race: How Blacks and Whites Think and Feel About" at the Lookingglass Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.

Lives in Los Angeles, California.

Became good friends with John Krasinski during the filming of Duane Hopwood (2005). Schwimmer attended Krasinski's July 2010 marriage toEmily Blunt.

With Andy Bellin, nominated for a 2010 Joseph Jefferson Award for New Work - Play for "Trust" at the Lookingglass Theatre in Chicago, Illinois.

David and his wife Zoe Buckman had their first child, a daughter named Cleo Buckman Schwimmer, on 8 May 2011. [May 23, 2011].

His wife Zoe Buckman gave birth to their daughter Cleo Buckman Schwimmer in New York (8 May 2011).

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Matthew Perry

Date of Birth

19 August 1969, Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA

Birth Name

Matthew Langford Perry

Nickname

Matty
Matt

Height

6' (1.83 m)

Mini Biography

Born in Williamstown, Massachusetts, Matthew Perry was raised in Ottawa, Ontario, where he became a top-ranked junior tennis player in Canada. However, after moving to Los Angeles at the age of 15 to live with his father (actor John Bennett Perry), he became more interested in acting. In addition to performing in several high school stage productions, he remained an avid tennis player. Perry ranked 17th nationally in the junior singles category and third in the doubles category. Upon graduating from high school, Perry intended to enroll at the University of Southern California. However, when he was offered a leading role on the television series, "Second Chance" (1987), he seized the opportunity to begin his acting career.

Perry appeared in the hit comedy film The Whole Nine Yards (2000), as the neighbor of a hit man, played by Bruce Willis. His other feature film credits included Fools Rush In (1997), A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon (1988), She's Out of Control (1989) and Parallel Lives (1994) (TV). He also co-starred with Chris Farley in the buddy comedy Almost Heroes (1998) and in the romantic comedy, Three to Tango (1999), oppositeNeve Campbell. Perry currently resides in Los Angeles. He enjoys playing ice hockey and softball in his spare time.

Trade Mark

Sarcastic disposition

Trivia

Attended Ashbury College, a private school in Ottawa, Canada.

Son of John Bennett Perry.

Raised in Ottawa, Canada.

Mother, Suzanne Morrison, was the press agent for Pierre Trudeau, the Prime Minister of Canada, during the seventies and eighties.

he asked that his name be removed from the Best Actor in a Comedy Emmy list. "Friends" (1994) co-stars have all agreed that they would only be nominated in supporting roles. [June 2000]

Missing part of his middle finger on his right hand, this is due to an unfortunate door-shutting accident in nursery school.

Used to be ranked nationally in junior tennis in Canada. He has said on interviews that he tried to play in the States but he wasn't good enough.

Entered a rehabilitation clinic for treatment of an undisclosed condition. [27 February 2001]

A 75 year old woman ran a stop sign and smashed into the side of Matthew's BMW. Neither party was injured. [18 April 2001]

Stepson of Keith Morrison, NBC newscaster. Half-brother of Caitlin (b. 1981); Emily (b. 1985); Willy (b. 1987); Madeleine (b. 1989); and Marie Perry.

"Friends" (1994) castmate Jennifer Aniston offers to be his personal trainer after he received threats from bosses Warner Brothers about his increasing weight problems [2002]

"Friends" (1994) castmates agree to enter themselves for consideration in the leading role catagories at the Emmys. [2002]

Turned down a role in Independence Day (1996). The part he was offered was eventually taken by Harry Connick Jr..

Has dual citizenship in Canada and the USA.

Made his world stage debut in the West End in London alongside Minnie Driver. [May 2003]

Appeared in the top 30 of Forbes Top 100 Celebrity rich list for the first time [2003]

He is the only central cast member of "Friends" (1994) who has not been nominated for a Razzie.

Following the May 6, 2004 airing of the "Friends" (1994) series finale, he and the rest of the show's cast were on the Jay Leno broadcast from the Central Perk set in the "Friends" (1994) studio.

His father appeared on the "Friends" (1994) episode "Friends: The One with Rachel's New Dress (#4.18)" (1998), as the father of one of Jennifer Aniston's boyfriends.

The part of Maj. Don West in Lost in Space (1998) was originally offered to him, but eventually went to "Friends" (1994) co-star Matt LeBlanc.

His favorite NHL team is the Ottawa Senators. He often attends the playoff games in Ottawa, Canada. He attended this year's playoff games between Ottawa and Toronto Maple Leafs (2004).

According to an interview, Matthew claimed that when he was filming A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon (1988) he had formed a star complex and would cockily ask his fellow co-stars what they planned on doing now that "they were on their way". He then said that reality settled in once the movie was released and nothing happened.

He spoke the last line in the final episode of "Friends" (1994). When it's suggested that they all go out for coffee, his character Chandler says "Where?".

His father, John Bennett Perry, played his father in Fools Rush In (1997).

He enjoys playing ice hockey and softball in his spare time

Is the youngest cast member of "Friends" (1994).

When auditioning for the part of Chandler Bing, he didn't need a script because he knew the pilot by heart. He had been helping a friend with the part before auditioning himself.

Auditioned for Chandler Bing on a Friday and started work on that Monday.

Behind the scenes of "Friends" (1994), Perry was very close friends with co-star Jennifer Aniston.

Matthew's wit is so legendary that directors often used his gags and suggestions on the show

Is on the board of directors for the soon-to-be-opened Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, Georgia. Ron Clark is a world-renowned educator who Perry depicted in the TNT original film The Ron Clark Story (2006) (TV).

His real-life father, John Bennett Perry, played his father when he guest-starred on the "Scrubs" (2001) episode "Scrubs: My Unicorn (#4.11)"(2004).

Was the Ottawa Loggers 10th selection in the 1996 RHI (Roller Hockey International) draft.

Close friends with "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" (2006) co-star Bradley Whitford and actor Hank Azaria.

Is a Toronto Blue Jays Fan.

In season 1, episode 16 of "The West Wing" (1999), he was mentioned as a guest at a party the president was attending in L.A. He later played the character of Joe Quincy in three episodes during the fourth and fifth seasons.

Godfather of Reagan "Fletch" Holder, the son of Christine Cameron and Mark Holder.

Both in The Whole Nine Yards (2000) and Three to Tango (1999), his characters are asked "Are you always this nervous?". Both times the response is "yes.".

Said on his Twitter account that his favorite song is "Don't Give Up" by Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush.

Lives in Los Angeles, Studio City and Malibu, California.

The first time he ever got onto the cover of "People" magazine he sent it to one of his old teachers, Dr. Web, who said he would never amount to anything if he kept joking around all the time.

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Matt LeBlanc

Date of Birth

25 July 1967, Newton, Massachusetts, USA

Birth Name

Matthew Steven LeBlanc

Nickname

Matty

Height

5' 10" (1.78 m)

Mini Biography

Matt LeBlanc was born on 25 July 1967 in Newton, Massachussetts, to an Italian mother and a father of mixed Irish, English, Dutch and French ancestry. After graduating from high school, he spent some time as a photo model in Florida before moving to New York where he took drama classes. After a few small roles on stage and on TV, he became famous for his role as Joey in "Friends" (1994), and in a less successful spin-off, "Joey" (2004). From 2003 to 2006, he was married to Missy McKnight, with whom he had one child, Marina Pearl.

Spouse

Missy McKnight

(3 May 2003 - 6 October 2006) (divorced) 1 child

Trivia

2000: Named one of the 50 Most Beautiful People by People Magazine.

November 1998: Engaged to Missy McKnight.

Also works as a model. Is a trained carpenter. Interested in parachute jumping, car racing and landscape photography.

1985: Graduated from Newton North High School, Newton, Massachusetts.

Is of mixed heritage: French, Irish, Italian, Dutch and English.

At one time he was known as the king of the commercials. As well as a 1987 Heinz ketchup commercial that won top prize at Cannes, he appeared in slots for Levi's 501 jeans, Doritos and Coca-Cola. One of his commercials can be seen on a TV screen in Tequila Sunrise (1988).

Has a half brother named Justin who lives in Australia.

Is a motorcycle enthusiast and hosted his own TV show, "The 5 Coolest Things" (2003), based on the 5 coolest things in each motorcycle specialty (off-road, motocross, road racing, freestyle).

Stepfather to Tyler and Jacquelyne from his wife's first marriage.

Is the only cast member of "Friends" (1994) not to have appeared on "Saturday Night Live" (1975).

Daughter, Marina LeBlanc, was recently diagnosed with a rare brain disorder that affects her motor skills. Matt and Melissa were concerned when their 11 month old started having seizures. They are currently searching for treatment for Marina.

Attended the Wentworth Institute of Technology in Boston for just over a semester, leaving during the second semester of his freshman year.

Early modeling jobs included posing for cover of a gay travel guide, Damron Travel Guide For Men.

4/1/06: Filed for divorce from Missy McKnight.

Has three dogs: Lady,Shadow and Jay.

His role of "Maj. Don West" in Lost in Space (1998) was originally offered to his "Friends" (1994) co-star Matthew Perry.

Romantically involved with former "Joey" (2004) co-star Andrea Anders.

In November 2006 (right after his divorce) he paid $7.4 million for a four-bedroom, 3930-square-foot house in Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades area.

Sold his six-bedroom, 11,158-square-foot mansion in Hidden Hills, California for $9,139,000. He purchased it in late 2005 for exactly $9 million. [2008]

Lives in Pacific Palisades and Los Alamos, California.

Fluent in French.

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Lisa Kudrow

Date of Birth

30 July 1963, Encino, California, USA

Birth Name

Lisa Marie Diane Kudrow

Nickname

Smart

Height

5' 8" (1.73 m)

Mini Biography

Hardly the dumb blonde of Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997), Lisa Marie Diane Kudrow was born in Encino, California on July 30, 1963. Her father, Lee, was a physician and her mother, Nedra, was a travel agent. Lisa was raised in Tarzana and played varsity-level tennis in high school and college, and is a pool shark who has mastered some of the more difficult trick shots (so beware). She graduated from Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, with a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychobiology. At first, she wanted to pursue a career in research, so she returned to Los Angeles to begin working with her father. However, Lisa got inspired to perform by one of her brother's friends, comedian Jon Lovitz, and so the tall (5' 8") blond-haired, green-eyed beauty entered show biz. Lisa auditioned for the improv theater group, The Groundlings, based in Los Angeles. Cynthia Szigeti, a well-known improv teacher, took Lisa under her wing. In that class, Lisa became a friend of Conan O'Brien. Graduating with honors in 1989, Lisa became a full-fledged member of The Groundlings. Breaking into TV, she got a recurring role as Ursula, the ditsy waitress on "Mad About You" (1992). This led to her starring role on "Friends" (1994). In the debut season (1994-95) of "Friends" (1994), Lisa earned an Emmy nomination as Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series; in 1998, she won that award for her role as Phoebe, the ditsy but lovable folk singer. Lisa has also been nominated for Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild and American Comedy Awards for her performances. Lisa made the transition to the big screen with a lot of success. In 1997, she starred opposite Oscar winner Mira Sorvino in the above-mentioned Romy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997). Lisa garnered more praise for her film work when she got the New York Film Critics Award for her starring role inThe Opposite of Sex (1998). Lisa married Michel Stern, an advertising executive, on May 27, 1995. On May 7, 1998, they were blessed with a son, Julian Murray; they live in Los Angeles.

Spouse

Michel Stern

(27 May 1995 - present) 1 child

Trivia

Chosen by "People" magazine as one of the 50 Most Beautiful People in the World. [1997]

Attended William Howard Taft High School in Woodland Hills, California. She graduated on June 18, 1981.

First played Ursula on "Mad About You" (1992), then played her twin sister, Phoebe, on "Friends" (1994), and has played both characters at once in a few episodes of "Friends" (1994).

Was originally cast for the role of Roz Doyle on "Frasier" (1993) but producers and writers decided that they were changing the character too much to fit Lisa's personality. Both parties decided it would be better to recast the role.

Graduated with a B.S. in Psychobiology from Vassar College. [1985]

Convinced to quit her job as a medical researcher to become a full-time actress by Jon Lovitz.

Her motion picture debut was supposed to be in the film Impulse (1990) but her scenes were cut before the film's release.

Her character Phoebe Buffay in "Friends" (1994) became pregnant with her brother's triplets (by artificial insemination) to cover up Kudrow's own pregnancy.

Cousin of Thea Mann.

On the day she gave birth to her son Julian, NBC aired the season finale of "Friends" (1994) - "The One With Ross' Wedding Parts 1 & 2". She sent these episodes as her Emmy tape submissions and subsequently won the Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Emmy.

Filmed all her scenes for Wonderland (2003) in three days.

Tallest female member of the cast of "Friends" (1994).

She and Jennifer Aniston both auditioned for regular cast member spots on "Saturday Night Live" (1975) prior to their success on "Friends"(1994).

Until 2004 was the only cast member of "Friends" (1994) to have a child. Matt LeBlanc's daughter Marina Pearl was born February 8, 2004, andCourteney Cox's daughter Coco Riley was born June 13, 2004.

Is a major fan of Diane Keaton.

Attended grade school with Daniel Pearl, the journalist who was murdered in Pakistan.

She supported the WGA strike, which started in 2007 and ended in 2008.

Teri Garr has played her mother twice: in Kabluey (2007) and "Friends" (1994).

The story line of Phoebe Buffay having her brother's babies was thought up in "Friends" (1994), was when she announced her real-life pregnancy. However, as she was not big enough to be having triplets, and the show was shot in "TV time", the costumers had to pad her to make her look bigger for the show.

She was terrified of the duck that showed up in Season 3 of "Friends" (1994).

She has a B.S. in psychobiology from Vassar, and Mira Sorvino who had has a degree in Asian studies from Harvard, so during production ofRomy and Michele's High School Reunion (1997), they nicknamed each other "Smart" and "Smarter".

Even though her son was only 6 months old, she choose to voice 'Aphrodite' in "Hercules" (1998) so her son would find her work more interesting.

She took the role in Hotel for Dogs (2009), so her son could see some of her work, because she think he is to young to see her other movies, like Powder Blue (2009), P.S. I Love You (2007) and The Opposite of Sex (1998).

Out of the six "Friends" (1994) stars she was the first to win an Emmy Award for her performance. She has also been nominated for the Emmy Award more times than any other "Friends" (1994) actor.

Was considered for a role in Evan Almighty (2007).

Is a vegetarian.

Lives in Beverly Hills, California.

Was seven months pregnant with her son Julian when she completed filming on the fourth series of "Friends" (1994).

Returned to work two months after giving birth to her son Julian in order to begin filming the fifth series of "Friends" (1994).

Lisa knew her paternal great-grandmother Mera Mordejovich had been murdered by the Nazis during World War II, but in March 2010, on an episode of Who Do You Think You Are? (2010) (TV), she visited Ilya, Belarus and was shocked when she was shown the records that reported how Mera had been 'killed and burned' with 900 other Jews in the town.

Oldest cast member of the four friends in ''Friends (1994)''

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