Jennifer Aniston was recently spotted in Los Angeles for the first time since the passing of her father, John Aniston, at the age of 89. The 53-year-old actress was seen on the set of the third season of The Morning Show, wearing a stylish all-black ensemble with her beautiful honey blonde hair flowing down. Filming for the new season has been ongoing throughout the fall with her co-stars Reese Witherspoon, Billy Crudup, and new addition Jon Hamm. Fans can look forward to the return of The Morning Show on Apple TV+ in 2023.
Making her return to work, Jennifer Aniston was spotted out for the first time following the recent passing of her father, John Aniston, at the age of 89. Decked out in a sleek black top with a turtleneck, paired with high-waisted slacks that featured a stylish side skirt, Jennifer completed her look with strappy heels and accessorized with a gold cuff bracelet that complemented her hoop earrings and gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses in a beige tint.
Despite her fashionable outfit, Jennifer appeared somber and didn’t crack a smile, understandably still mourning the loss of her father. On a different note, she took to her Instagram Stories to share a video of young boys dancing while asking, ‘Are you celebrating life today?’ along with a party emoji. The actress is currently gearing up to finish filming season three of The Morning Show this year.
During filming: The 53-year-old actress was dressed in all black with her honey blonde hair flowing as she was seen on the set of the third season of The Morning Show in Los Angeles on a sunny Wednesday afternoon.
And come December, the actress will be busy promoting Murder Mystery 2 alongside Adam Sandler, set to be released on February 10, 2023.
According to sources in the latest issue of UsWeekly, the Friends star is currently feeling ‘heartbroken.’
Despite the heartbreak, she is choosing to focus on the wonderful legacy her father is leaving behind and supporting her stepmother Sherry however she can.
John tied the knot with Sherry Rooney in 1984, and together they have a son named Alexander.
Prior to his passing, the actress was spotted alongside her co-star Reese Witherspoon on the set of The Morning Show in New York City in late September. Jennifer’s mother, Nancy Dow, passed away at the age of 79 in 2016. An insider shared, “He adored Jen and was immensely proud of everything she has accomplished.” The actress honored her father on Instagram, posting a series of photos of them together throughout the years. Despite a rocky relationship, Jennifer and her father reconciled before his death, with her revealing that she called him every day during the coronavirus pandemic.
It’s been a rough time for the beloved Friends star, as sources have revealed to the latest UsWeekly issue that they are feeling extremely upset and emotional.
Jennifer paid tribute to her father, John Anthony Aniston, describing him as a beautiful soul. John was renowned for his iconic role on Days Of Our Lives. Beginning as Dr. Eric Richards in 1969, he left the show after a year only to return as Victor Kiriakis in July 1985, a character he portrayed for over thirty years. His outstanding performance earned him a Daytime Emmy Award nomination in 2017 and a Daytime Emmy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2022. Jennifer candidly spoke about her parents’ divorce in 1999, revealing it as one of the most painful moments in her life before eventually reconciling with her father.
Saying goodbye is always tough: A source shared, “Facing this situation is extremely difficult for her, but she is staying positive by remembering the amazing legacy her dad is leaving and supporting Sherry in any way she can.” This was reported back in 2012.
As a child, the actress shared a touching tribute to her father on Instagram by posting several photos of them together throughout the years. Reflecting on her father’s absence at one point in her childhood, she recalled feeling confused and heartbroken. She remembered sitting and crying, struggling to come to terms with the fact that he was not around anymore. It felt strange to suddenly not have her father present in her life for about a year. When he finally reached out and suggested they go see a show together, she eagerly accepted the invitation. From then on, her weekends were filled with quality time spent with her father, and a new chapter began. Jennifer’s desire to please him and prevent his departure again led her to ask why he had left in the first place.
Reflecting on the past, Jennifer opened up about the challenging dynamics she experienced with her parents, especially her mother Nancy Dow. Despite the hardships, she has found it in her heart to forgive them both.
Jen’s stepmother, Sherry Rooney, entered John’s life in 1984, and the couple welcomed their son Alexander into the world. Reflecting on her relationship with her father, Jen noted that communication was always a struggle. She felt that perhaps her parents could have talked more, but also understood her father’s reserved nature and tendency to keep things to himself.
Despite the difficulties, Jen’s father did his best to explain and apologize for his shortcomings, and Jen has since forgiven him. Describing him as a tall, gentle giant who was incredibly shy and funny, Jen has come to terms with the past and is grateful for the relationship they have now.
In a surprising turn of events, Jen reconnected with her father during the pandemic in 2020. Despite years of estrangement, Jen made the effort to call him every day, showing a newfound commitment to rebuilding their bond. A source shared that Jen had forgiven her father a long time ago, but their relationship had its fair share of ups and downs. However, during the challenging times of the pandemic, Jen made the effort to reach out and have meaningful conversations with her father regularly.
Jennifer shared that she has found it in her heart to forgive her parents and other family members, including her mother whom she was estranged from for a long time. According to a source close to her, Jennifer has come to realize the brevity of life and is determined to make her relationship with John the best it can be. John, in turn, is overjoyed that they have made amends.
In a heartfelt message, Jennifer paid tribute to her father, John Anthony Aniston, describing him as one of the most beautiful souls she has ever known. She expressed gratitude that he passed away peacefully and without suffering, on a significant date – 11/11. She mentioned that the number now holds even more significance for her. Jennifer vowed to love her father forever and urged him not to forget to visit her.
John also had a son named Alexander from his second marriage to actress Sherry Rooney, whom he met on the set of Love of Life.
They shared a special connection: He was always there to support her during her appearances on the red carpet back in the 1990s. In a recent interview, John was asked how he would like to be remembered. After a brief pause, he simply replied, ‘As a good actor.’
Jennifer recently opened up about her father’s passing, reflecting on the pain caused by her parents’ divorce and how she eventually found it in her heart to forgive both her mother and father. In a recent interview with Allure, she expressed how deeply her mother was affected by the divorce, acknowledging the lack of resources and support available to women of her mother’s generation. Despite the challenges, Jennifer has now reached a place of forgiveness, even reconciling with her mother after years of estrangement.
He was also a buddy: Pictured here with Jen in 1995 during the success of Friends.