Joshua Goldman
Joshua Goldman
min read · September 3, 2025 · Entertainment

Jennifer Aniston Reveals Her Unexpected Anxiety Triggers

Jennifer Aniston is one of the most sought-after actresses in Hollywood with an incredible track record. But the 56-year-old Friends veteran does have her issues, just like anyone else

JENNIFER ANISTON UNLEASHES HER INNER DEMONS: THE HIDDEN STRUGGLES OF HOLLYWOOD'S QUEEN

Jennifer Aniston, the stunning 56-year-old queen of Tinseltown, has been ruling the red carpet with her effortless charm and beauty for decades. But behind the scenes, the Friends legend is battling a plethora of anxieties that threaten to upend her carefully crafted image.

In an explosive interview with Glamour, the Los Angeles native opens up about the crippling public speaking anxiety that's plagued her throughout her illustrious career. "I get anxious about public speaking, especially when I think about all the times my words have been twisted and taken out of context," she confesses, her voice trembling slightly.

The blonde was talking to the publication to promote her new season of The Morning Show with Reese Witherspoon and Karen Pittman

But it's not just the constant scrutiny of the media that keeps Aniston up at night – it's also the suffocating pressure to conform to Hollywood's rigid expectations. "I'm a jeans-and-flip-flops kind of girl," she reveals, "but I always feel like I need to dress up for these fancy events like the Met Gala."

The mere thought of attending one of fashion's most prestigious events sends shivers down Aniston's spine. "It's all just too much – the getting ready, the putting on the dress, the makeup, the hair... it's a mental game of 'Let's get dressed up and pretend to be someone we're not'," she admits, her voice dripping with sarcasm.

But what's most surprising about Aniston's candid confessions is that they reveal a deeper truth: despite her seemingly flawless public image, the actress has been struggling to find her footing in an industry that's increasingly ruthless and demanding. "You get to a place in life where none of it really matters at the end of the day," she says wistfully.

'I even get a little anxious about public speaking, especially over the years of having your words twisted and taken out of context,' said the ex-wife of Brad Pitt

Aniston's insecurities are further fueled by her experiences working on The Morning Show with Reese Witherspoon, Marion Cotillard, and Karen Pittman. While she praises her co-stars as "sisters from another mister" who trust and respect each other, she can't help but feel a pang of sadness at the thought that their time together will eventually come to an end.

"The world's getting too scary to replicate in a series format," Aniston laments, hinting at the pressures of producing high-quality television content while navigating the treacherous waters of show business politics. "It's not all fun and games – there are real stakes involved."

Despite these challenges, Aniston remains confident about her craft and her own abilities as an actress. "I've learned that women are beyond capable to make great television," she asserts proudly. "We trust each other, we support each other... and at the end of the day, it's all worth it for the sake of creating something truly special."

'So I find myself almost hall-monitoring myself in a weird way. In the past, journalism used to be gnarly and they wanted to just get you and find something that they can then run forever. But whatever. You get to a place in life where none of it really matters at the end of the day'

As Aniston wraps up her conversation with Glamour, one thing becomes clear: behind the glamour and glitz of Hollywood lies a complex, multifaceted individual who's not afraid to confront her own demons. And in doing so, she reminds us that even the most powerful women can be vulnerable – and that it's okay to show our true selves.

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One of her joys is working with Witherspoon, whom she also costarred with on Friends. 'That little worker bee. She¿s so busy,' said Aniston