Courteney Cox
Actress and producer, Friends star

Born
June 15th, 1964
60 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Cox gained prominence through her role as Monica Geller on the television series Friends, which aired from 1994 to 2004. The show became a cultural phenomenon and remains highly regarded. Additionally, she starred in the horror film series Scream, portraying the character Gale Weathers. Cox also produced and starred in the sitcom Cougar Town, which ran from 2009 to 2015, showcasing her versatility in both acting and production roles.
Portrayed Monica Geller in Friends
Starred as Gale Weathers in Scream series
Produced and starred in Cougar Town
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