In a shocking revelation, the beloved cast of the iconic sitcom “Friends” has been plagued by a series of tragic events that some are calling the “Friends Curse.” Since the show concluded in 2004, the six stars—Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry, and David Schwimmer—have faced a relentless barrage of personal and professional turmoil that starkly contrasts with the lightheartedness of their on-screen personas.

Matthew Perry, who embodied the sarcastic Chandler Bing, tragically passed away at 54, reportedly due to complications from addiction that began during the show’s peak. His struggles were compounded by a series of failed relationships and a career that never regained its former glory. Jennifer Aniston, once America’s sweetheart, endured the public humiliation of her divorce from Brad Pitt and the relentless scrutiny of her personal life, battling anxiety and insomnia as the media dissected her every move.

Courteney Cox’s portrayal of the perfectionist Monica Geller belied her own painful reality, including multiple miscarriages and a public divorce from David Arquette. Lisa Kudrow, the quirky Phoebe Buffay, faced typecasting that stifled her career, while Matt LeBlanc’s spin-off “Joey” flopped, coinciding with the collapse of his marriage and the heartbreaking diagnosis of his daughter.

David Schwimmer, despite his Yale training, has struggled to escape the shadow of Ross Geller, retreating from public life after his divorce. The supporting cast has not been spared either, with several members facing serious health issues or untimely deaths.

What began as a beloved sitcom has morphed into a haunting tale of fame’s dark side, leaving fans to grapple with the unsettling question: was the price of entertainment too high? As the stories of these stars unfold, the legacy of “Friends” becomes a bittersweet reminder of the hidden struggles behind the laughter.