Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 12, 2025 · Entertainment

Jennifer Aniston Breaks Down in Tears Over Beloved Dog Norman's Death

Jennifer Aniston broke down in tears when on pal Drew Barrymore on her talk show on Friday. The Morning Show actress was weeping over the death of her dog Norman

JENNIFER ANISTON UNLEASHES HER EMOTIONS ON DREW BARRYMORE'S TALK SHOW

In a heart-wrenching moment that left fans sobbing, Jennifer Aniston broke down in tears on her pal Drew Barrymore's talk show last Friday. The beloved actress was overcome with emotion as she reminisced about the passing of her dear furry friend Norman, her loyal Welsh corgi-terrier mix who left this world in May 2011.

As Aniston gazed lovingly at a photo of Norman, she began to tear up, recalling the special bond they shared during their 15 years together. The usually stoic actress's emotions spilled over as she recounted how her beloved pet had been more than just a companion – he was a part of her family.

The 56-year-old Friends veteran was talking about how special it was to spend time with Shirley MacLaine, her Rumor Has It costar, when she starting tearing up

The conversation took a poignant turn when Barrymore asked Aniston about her encounter with Shirley MacLaine, the legendary actress who had made a lasting impression on Aniston during their time together on the set of Rumor Has It. As Aniston began to share her experiences with MacLaine, she was visibly moved by memories of the past life regression retreat they had attended together in New Mexico.

"I was with her when my dog passed away," Aniston revealed, trying to compose herself. "She believes that we were a mother and daughter in a previous lifetime... She said it's why we have such an instant bond." MacLaine's extraordinary claim sent shivers down the spines of viewers as they listened intently to Aniston's account.

The actress went on to describe their experience at the retreat, where MacLaine shared with her visions of past lives. "She claims to have lived in Atlantis millions of years ago," Aniston marveled. "And she was a harem girl in Turkey, a performer in ancient times, and even a Muslim gypsy in Spain." Barrymore's eyes widened in amazement as she listened to the incredible stories.

The Along Came Polly actress shared: 'I was with her when my dog passed away'

But what caught our attention was not just Aniston's touching tribute to her late pet, but also her desire to collaborate with Drew on an upcoming project. "We're gonna do something," Aniston vowed, leaving fans eagerly anticipating their next joint venture. When Barrymore jokingly mentioned a potential movie featuring the trio – including Adam Sandler – Aniston's face lit up with excitement.

"I love that idea!" she exclaimed. "Come on, let's make it happen! We can do Death Becomes Her." The host couldn't help but laugh at the reference to the classic comedy-horror film starring Goldie Hawn and Meryl Streep.

But that wasn't all – Aniston also shared her aspirations of taking Broadway by storm. "When I saw Annie for the first time, I thought, 'Oh my God, what would it be like to be on stage?'" she confessed to Barrymore. Drew playfully teased Jennifer about her potential Broadway debut, saying, "If you look up the definition of a hot ticket, it's you on Broadway." Aniston's response was music to our ears: "It would be really fun!"

'Sorry, and I was at her ranch in New Mexico doing a past life regression retreat,' Aniston offered

As if that weren't enough drama for one evening, Aniston dropped some exciting news about the upcoming 9 To 5 remake. The actress couldn't sing enough praises about her co-star Dolly Parton, describing her as "everything you'd imagine and more... She's Dolly Parton – there's nothing not what you see is what you get." We can only imagine the unforgettable energy these two icons would bring to the big screen.

In conclusion, Jennifer Aniston's emotional appearance on The Drew Barrymore Show left us all feeling a mix of sadness and excitement. Who wouldn't want to see this talented actress tackle Broadway or star alongside her dear friends in an upcoming film? One thing is certain – we can't wait for more drama-filled moments from these Hollywood legends!