Jennifer Aniston's Greek great-grandfather actually fought in the Cretan Revolt against the Ottomans

Jennifer Aniston's Greek great-grandfather, Ioannis Anastassakis (or Yannis Anastassakis) actually fought in the Cretan Revolt against the Ottomans in 1878. A team of historians and professional genealogists at Greek Ancestry discover about it.

Aniston's father, John Aniston, moved to the US as a very small child and he shorthen his name Anastasakis to Aniston.

In the past, Aniston revealed that her Greek heritage is part of the secret behind her ageless beauty, "My dad is 100 percent Greek; he turned 81 and he barely has a wrinkle. And neither does my grandmother, who was 95 when she died".

Jennifer Aniston earned money by cutting hair during junior high

Jennifer Aniston earned money by cutting hair during junior high.  During an interview for October cover story of InStyle, she shared her odd jobs, "I cut hair for 10 bucks a head in junior high. I could probably cut your hair".

"I cut my dad's hair, and he was on a soap opera [Days of Our Lives]. But then he admitted to me 15 years ago that he would go in and have the hairdresser on set clean it up."

She admitted herself that she had untamable curly hair, saying, "I tried every product known to man."

Renovations for Jennifer Aniston's mansion in Montecito, California have been completed

DailyMail.com took photos of Jennifer Aniston's mansion and there is new addition compare to last time which is a new swimming pool. Balconies were updated and windows have changed to black-framed.

A source told DailyMail.com last month, 'Jen is happy to have a safe place to run to where she can let her hair down. Though she loves Los Angeles because it is where she grew up, she is craving more of a country setting these days away from the noise.' 

Her neighbours will be Gwyneth Paltrow and Rob Lowe, Katy Perry.

Source added, 'Her pals like Jimmy Kimmel and Jason Bateman will visit and keep her company and help her make it a home for the summer'.

Brad Pitt's girlfriend Ines de Ramon is not happy about him involving Jennifer Aniston's life

A stalker crashed his car through Jennifer Aniston's gates at her Bel Air home earlier and Brad offered his LA home.

Source said, "Jennifer's been totally shaken. But she was completely blown away by Brad's messages of support. She didn't expect them at all".

"They've had a complicated past, but this shows he still cares deeply for her".

Ines is not happy about Brad involving Aniston's life. Source said, "Ines is really supportive of Brad, but this is not making her happy. He needs to be careful he isn't risking everything with her for Jen, as he really loves her".

"Ines is understandably not thrilled about Brad stepping back into Jen's life, even for something like this."

"She's put up with a lot – his constant public association with Jennifer, the fan pressure to see them back together – but this crosses a line. She's feeling pretty blindsided".

Jennifer Aniston went for a dentist appointment

Jennifer Aniston went for a dentist appointment on Friday afternoon (May 30) in in Beverly Hills, Calif.

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She wore sleeveless tank with green crop pants with her favourite flip flops. 

She was also seen putting a toothbrush in one of her pockets.

Talking about dentist, Aniston acted before as a manipulative and aggressive dentist, Dr. Julia Harris in Horrible Bosses. 

Jennifer Aniston's ex boyfriend John Mayer gives his support after the stalker incident

Jennifer Aniston and John Mayer still keep in touch even though they split in 2009.

Source shared, "John Mayer absolutely feels for Jen in this situation and sent his best wishes to her in the aftermath of the terrifying incident at her house".

"Most of the fans are great, but Jen has had to deal with the deranged types since she became famous three decades ago. It’s one of those things that waxes and wanes."

"What happened in Bel-Air last week was an extreme event, and it’s going to get an extreme response, not just from Jen herself but from the LAPD, which turned out in force to assist, complete with tons of cop cars and even police helicopters."

"John encouraged Jen to be vigilant and of course, he's totally sympathetic to what she just went through. And keep in mind, Jen spends six figures on security annually already. It’s not like she was being careless".

Jennifer Aniston's ex husband Brad Pitt offers his LA home to her

According to Closer Magazine, Jennifer Aniston's ex husband Brad Pitt offers his LA home to her after a stalker crashed the front gate of her Bel Air home.

According to source, Aniston has been receiving offers from her friends after the incident.

Source said, "The biggest surprise has been from Brad, who offered her his home in LA for Jen to stay at".

"It’s no secret that Brad is still very fond of Jen, they’ve certainly put all their past divorce drama behind them long ago."

Hindu Goddesses spotted on Jennifer Aniston's table

One of Jennifer Aniston's "Sunday Funday photo dump" on Instagram caught the eye of many Indian fans, where a photo showed a table with a pot of roses and two Hindu goddess, which are Lakshmi and Durga near a laughing Buddha.

Lakshmi is the Hindu goddess of wealth, good fortune, happiness, youth, and beauty. Durga is a warrior goddess and is the mother goddess and protector of all human beings..

Jennifer Aniston accidentally shared personal detail on her Instagram

Jennifer Aniston accidentally shared personal detail on her Instagram. She posted some photos and one of the photo, which was her pooch Lord Chesterfield, shows her phone number on the dog tag.

Aniston saw the comments from her fans about the phone number and she quickly deleted the photo.

Jennifer Aniston's stalker Jimmy Carwyle, who crashed his car through the gates of actor Jennifer Aniston's home, believes he's Jesus and Aniston is his Queen

Jennifer Aniston's stalker Jimmy Carwyle, who crashed his car through the gates of actor Jennifer Aniston's home, believes he's Jesus and Aniston is his Queen.

According to Jimmy's ex wife, Julie, Jimmy travelled to Los Angeles before the incident.

Julie told the Daily Mail, "I guess he was speaking with her. He had the impression that Jennifer Aniston and he were going to talk and meet".

"He thought ‘Maybe she’s just going to meet a guy [...] to take a chance.’ That’s the way he was thinking."

When Julie saw the images of Jimmy, she was shocked that he didn't look like him.

Jennifer Aniston's Leprechaun co-star Warwick Davis joked that she was scared of him due his terrifying costume

Jennifer Aniston's 1993 movie Leprechaun co-star Warwick Davis joked that she was scared of him due his terrifying costume.

He speaked to Entertainment Weekly at the opening of Universal Epic Universe in Orlando, Fla., on Wednesday, May 21, "[Aniston] was a great actress, but whether the fear on her face was real ...".

"I think it was at times, because it was pretty intense, that makeup and the stuff we were having to do. Having me in that getup with the nails and everything, chasing her. It's got to have been pretty terrifying."

Warwick knew Aniston will become a big star one day. He tells, "I remember Jennifer, because I thought, 'Oh, she's definitely got something special about her.' You could tell she was gonna become a big star one day. She had that quality about her, that energetic performance."

Jennifer Aniston spotted leaving an office building

Jennifer Aniston spotted leaving an office building, few hours after a court declared that the stalker who crashed her front gate Bel Air house is unfit to stand trial.

The stalker, 48-year-old Jimmy Wayne Carwyle was evaluated by court-appointed psychiatrist. He is still in custody and is not allow to contact or near Jennifer Aniston.

Aniston plans to move to Montecito mansion where she bought from Oprah Winfrey in 2022 for $ 14.8 million.

Dolly Parton has no plans to act in Jennifer Aniston's upcoming movie, "9 to 5"

Dolly Parton has no plans to act in Jennifer Aniston's upcoming movie, "9 to 5". Dolly acted together with Lily Tomlin and Jane Fonda in the original 1980s movie.

Dolly told HuffPost on Wednesday, "Jane, Lily and I have been trying for years to try to come with "9 to 5: Two through the years".

"It never happened".

Aniston wanted to include three of the original actresses but Dolly doesn't think it will happen, "We have no plans to be in that. But I do wish her best, because the script I read, I thought, was really good and a new and different take that really brings the office up to date the way that people live now".

"But I think a lot of it is that, you know, we're all older".

"We're not gonna look that good on the big screen. All of us up there with all those beautiful, young, fresh people ... so I don't know."

But Dolly would like to write some music if they want her to.

Jennifer Aniston's hair brand Lolavie won "Best Detangling Spray" in the 2025 Best of Beauty Awards

InStyle picked Jennifer Aniston's hair brand Lolavie's "Glossing Detangler" as "Best Detangling Spray" in the 2025 Best of Beauty Awards.

InStyle's reason for choosing Lolavie's "Glossing Detangler", 

"Jennifer Aniston's cruelty-free sustainable hair care brand is one of our favorites, which is why her Glossing Detangler won the Best Detangling Spray award in this year's Best Beauty Buys. Our editors love it because it's a magical multitasker: detangler, heat protectant, frizz fighter and more. It miraculously doesn't weigh your roots down and provides a stellar amount of shine, too."

Julia Roberts was intimidated by Mother's Day co-star Jennifer Aniston

Julia Roberts and Jennifer Aniston were on the same project, Mother's Day and both of them felt intimidated to each other.

During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Jennifer Aniston shared that she was intimidated by Julia Roberts, she tells, "Because it’s Julia Roberts! Oh my gosh".

"It’s just a different thing when you get to work with them and then you’re doing what you both do, [but] together,” Aniston continued. “I even flubbed in the first take and called her Julia!".

Then Julia Roberts was intimidated by Jennifer Aniston's beauty, she shared, "[Jennifer Aniston is] so hot. I’m glad I don’t have any scenes with her in Mother’s Day. She’s too gorgeous. Look at us [at the SAG Awards] holding hands like little lovebirds. She’s a lovely girl."

Jennifer Aniston convey her condolences to Julia Roberts over the death of her dog

Julia Roberts shared her devastating news over the death of her 19 year old dog, Myrtle on her Instagram.

She wrote, "Our Myrtle. A Legend. 2006-2025".

Jennifer Aniston convey her condolences by commenting, "I'm so so sorry. I love you all and always here".

Julia Roberts was guest star on Jennifer's sitcom Friends. Both Julia and Aniston were same project, Mother's Day.

Jennifer Aniston went to see Broadway play Good Night, and Good Luck

Jennifer Aniston went to see Broadway play Good Night, and Good Luck on Wednesday. Jason Bateman, Fran Drescher and George Clooney were also there. 

The play, which was adapted from the 2005 film, follows journalist Edward R. Murrow, played by Clooney, in his efforts to take down Sen. Joseph McCarthy and McCarthyism on air amid concerns from the federal government and CBS station heads.

This was her first public sighting after a stalker, Jimmy Wayne crashed her front gate while she was home.

Aniston looks tense while her bodyguard guided her safely. A source told DailyMail, "She has hired extra private security but she is considering moving because she no longer feels safe. She expected more discretion from the police. This was her dream home but now everyone knows where she lives."

Project Runway host Tim Gunn didn't like Jennifer Aniston

Project Runway host Tim Gunn didn't like Jennifer Aniston. Although they never met, he has no good words for her.

He told OK! at the Manhattan launch party for Tide and Downy Total Care (2008), "Sometimes I think she has 'desperate character' written on her". 

"The clothes we wear send a message. And I think that's the message — I don't think that's her intention though."

Jennifer Aniston prefers to choose a simple white T-shirt and jeans. She has also been seen wearing Levi's jeans, with skinny jeans and flip flops.

Jennifer Aniston is furious that police revealed her LA home address after her front gate was crashed by stalker

Jennifer Aniston is furious that police revealed her LA home address after her front gate was crashed by stalker.

A source said, 'Jen is furious with the LAPD for releasing where she lives. They gave her exact block address. Since the incident she has had fans coming to her gate, hoping to get a glimpse of her'.

'She has hired extra private security but she is considering moving because she no longer feels safe'.

'She expected more discretion from the police. This was her dream home but now everyone knows where she lives.'

Another source added, 'Jen is extremely shaken up. She was home when this happened and she believes the police may have exposed her to further risk'.

Jennifer Aniston praised Reese Witherspoon to able to balance work and motherhood

Jennifer Aniston praised Reese Witherspoon to able to balance work and motherhood. 

Access Hollywood spoke to Reese Witherspoon and Jennifer Aniston and Reese spoke about motherhood.

Reese revealed that she was in her early 20s when she had her first child, Ava Phillippe with her former husband Ryan Phillippe.

Aniston complimented Reese saying, "That’s why you are the woman you are today because you are capable of the amount of work and do it with such ease and grace."

"I am so blown away by this one".

Then Reese shared that she is happy to able to produce "The Morning Show" with Aniston and couldn't ask for a better partner.

Jennifer Aniston's home intruder wants to marry her and addressed her as "Mrs. Jennifer Joanna Carwyle"

Jennifer Aniston intruder crashed through the gates of Jennifer Aniston's Bel-Air home on Monday. The intruder has been identified as Jimmy Carwyle. 

Jimmy is a 48-year-old mechanic from Mississippi who wants to marry her and he even wrote his intentions on his social media. He wrote, "The Truth Jen, when you were a child, you wanted to be my wife".

Inside Edition reports that Jimmy's Facebook contains photos of Jennifer Aniston and posts like "I wanna be there with you, even Right now".

He even addressed her by different name, "I know I make you smile, Mrs. Jennifer Joanna Carwyle".

An elderly man crashed his car through Jennifer Aniston's front gate

An elderly man crashed his car through Jennifer Aniston's front gate on Monday afternoon. That time, Aniston was at home, which is her house in Bel Air.

According to spokesperson, the man was detained by a private security guard and officers came and arrested him.

The man has minor criminal history and it is unknown whether the crash was accidental or deliberate.

Jennifer Aniston uses this skincare for firmer skin

Jennifer Aniston uses Westman Atelier Vital Skincare Complexion Drops as part of her skincare.

She said in a statement, "I love a beauty routine that’s effortless but effective. It’s all about clean, simple, and high-quality products that make you feel good."

This product contains squalane, avocado oil, ginseng extract and tsubaki oil to moisturize, firm and brighten skin tone. 

Jennifer Garner is a fan of this product too.

Jennifer Aniston loves to wear flip flops

Jennifer Aniston loves to wear flip flops and she has three Archies Arch Support Flip-Flops with different colors, which are olive green, black and coral.

The flip flops are designed in Australia and it costs under $50. It has arch support, promoting optimal foot posture and whole-body alignment. It is suitable for those with flat feet, fallen arches, and heel pain. It can help reduce strain and discomfort during daily wear.

Apart from that, it is soft and lightweight. Katie Holmes also loves to wear them.

Reasons why Jennifer Aniston hates fast food

Jennifer Aniston had a nightmare when she ate fast food from McDonald's. She had no option because she was on a road trip with her then-husband Justin Theroux and was starving.

She recalled, "I'll never forget when Justin and I were on a road trip and we were so hungry. The only thing around was McDonald’s. I think I ordered a Big Mac. Wow, my body did not react well to that! It was like putting gasoline in a purified system."

"I am always trying to eat organic and natural foods, so that just made my stomach turn and made me feel terrible. And I think what you put in your body, as well as stress, is reflected in the quality of your skin."

Jennifer Aniston spotted wearing casual in LA

Jennifer Aniston spotted wearing casual in LA on April 28. She wore a white t-shirt and blue jeans with Birkenstock shoes and carrying Bottega Veneta handbag.

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During conversation with Vogue, Aniston revealed that she puts Vital Proteins peptides in her coffee. Then she explained why she puts it, "Collagen is a protein found in the body that plays a crucial role in various tissues, including skin, bones, muscles, tendons, and ligaments".

"We need it because as we age, our body's natural collagen production decreases, leading to various signs of aging and reduced structural support in tissues." 

"I also add in something that's probably my poison. I can't even confess what it is, but it has a really nice hazelnut flavor."

Both Jennifer Aniston and Juliette Lewis have something in common

Both Jennifer Aniston and Juliette Lewis have something in common. They acted together in "The Switch" and both of them were Brad Pitt's partner.

Juliette shared, "There's an obvious history we share but while we didn't share stories about Brad, we did have an instant connection and mutual affection. I love her. For Jennifer, being with Brad was profound as it was a marriage. For me, it was only like a high-school relationship. Brad and I were on a journey together at the start of our careers. Then he became this sensation in a whole other way. I always knew I'd stay an outsider."

Reason why Jennifer Aniston was using a walking stick at the awards event

Jennifer Aniston had to use a walking stick when she was at the 29th annual People Choice awards 2003 and also 2003 Golden Globes after breaking a toe on her right foot when she hit it on a piece of furniture.

For the Golden Globe award, this was her first Golden Globe for her performance as Rachel Green on Friends. She told the crowd, "Oh my lord, I never expected this to happen. Thank you. Wow. This is surreal."

For People's Choice Awards, Jennifer was named Favorite female TV performer for her role as Rachel Green on Friends. 

Jennifer Aniston and Pedro Pascal are really dating?

Jennifer Aniston and Pedro Pascal are really dating?According to RadarOnline, one source claimed that they are dating and they are keeping their romance privately.

Source said, "They’re trying to downplay it because neither one wants attention on their private life. But the word is they’ve been more than just friends for a while now."

"Only a small circle of people even knew they were friends, let alone hooking up. Now that the cat’s out of the bag, they’re both in full denial mode and hoping it will blow over."

Jennifer Aniston is busy dating privately

 According to In Touch, Jennifer Aniston does not want people to know whom she is dating.

A source tells, "It irritates her that there’s this view that she’s somehow failed at life because she’s single".

"She really bristles at it, but not enough to prove everyone wrong by flaunting her love life for everyone to see."

"She has plenty of dates, she isn’t the lonely spinster people make her out to be. She’s just very, very private".

"Jen has always met guys through her friends and her management team."

"She gets set up a lot, actors will have their reps call her reps and they go from there."

Jennifer Aniston reunites with her bestie Courteney Cox for dinner

Jennifer Aniston reunites with her bestie Courteney Cox for dinner. Courteney's partner Johnny McDaid was also there.

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Courteney Cox posted some photos on her Instagram including her holiday in Australia with her daughter Coco with the caption, "Dumping". Courteney Cox has been with her partner since 2013. They were introduced through their mutual friend, Ed Sheeran.

Jennifer Aniston's cover on 2003 People Magazine was on 'The Last of Us' movie

Jennifer Aniston was surprised that her cover on 2003 People Magazine was on 'The Last of Us' movie.

In the movie, Bella Ramsey played the role of Ellie, she was seen looking at the pages with Jennifer Aniston's cover on 2003 People Magazine.

Aniston then shared the clip and posted on her Instagram story with the caption,  "Of all things to survive the apocalypse 🤣."

Coincidence, Aniston had a business dinner with 'The Last of Us' actor Pedro Pascal last month and they might be doing a project together.

Did Jennifer Aniston date Aaron Eckhart?

Aaron Eckhart was Jennifer Aniston's co-star in 2009 movie, "Love Happens".

One source revealed that Jennifer Aniston wanted to work with Aaron Eckhart for years. And she was trilled that she was his first choice to be the leading lady in this movie.

Source continued, "They're getting along so well that everyone is gossiping about something more going on between them.'

"I think the fact that both of them have been single for a couple of months is contributing to the chemistry they have on this film, even when they aren't shooting. They genuinely enjoy each other's company."

"But if they're actually hooking up, they're doing it as quietly as possible."

Jennifer Aniston does not know how to travel light

Jennifer Aniston does not know how to travel light. She admitted to Travel + Leisure,  "I've been trying so hard to become an under-packer because I am notoriously an over-packer. You just don't know where you're going to be on a certain day, or what mood you're going to be in."

But it doesn't mean it's a bad habit since her friends appreciate the things she has brought with her, "My girlfriends really appreciate me because they can usually borrow all of my things that they have forgotten—I’m providing a service!".

Using zippered containers like packing cubes, she organizes her things, "I put all my T shirts in, then all my underwear, bras, socks, workout stuff, and they just stack on top of each other, which really helps you out."

Jennifer Aniston revealed shocking moment where she encounters a fan

During an interview with Travel+Leisure magazine, Jennifer Aniston was asked about the most awkward moment with fans.

She shared her bad experience, "I’ve been in vulnerable places, like undressed in a steam room, or in a sauna or some sort of spa either half-covered or completely naked".

"Imagine relaxing in a sauna, and suddenly you’re approached by fans who can’t seem to resist saying hello! It’s a moment many people would find uncomfortable". But Aniston took it in stride.

Jennifer Aniston shared how she overcomes her fears of flying

During a conversation with Travel + Leisure, Jennifer Aniston revealed that she has phobia of flying on airplanes. She used to be superstitious before entering the plane by stepping onto it with her right foot first. 

She shared on how she overcomes it, "But I have been doing some hypnosis lately, and one of the requirements is to remove all of those superstitions. I have not been doing the right hand, right foot—and now it's shockingly good!".

Apart from that, she also takes medicine to help her through the flight and engages in physical activity by stretching and moving around.

Nevertheless, she still enjoys travelling.

Jennifer Aniston tells the cute collars she bought for her dogs

Jennifer Aniston bought cute collars for her dogs. She tells PEOPLE, "It's funny you should say that because the collars are so cool. My trainer's friend makes them—the brand is called RN Design. I've received a lot of questions about the dog collars."

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Aniston has three dogs, Lord Chesterfield, Clyde, and Sophie. 

Those who want to buy cute collars for their pet, can check their website at https://rn-design.com. Their pieces are individually handmade and designed by Roddy & Soo Novotny.

RN Design was founded in 1986 by Roddy Novotny in Los Angeles, California. 

Jennifer Aniston bought gifts for her dog, Lord Chesterfield and it can't stop admiring

 Jennifer Aniston currently has three dogs, Sophie, Clyde and Lord Chesterfield.

Aniston bought butterfly wings and pink purse for her dog, Lord Chesterfield and she posted photos of her dog admiring in the mirror, on her Instagram story.

Three of her dogs have different character. Aniston shared to People magazine, "Sofie doesn't care about toys. Clyde has an obsession with toys … he buries them all over the property. Then Chesterfield came along, also with the love of toys, and it was war".

Reasons why Jennifer Aniston wears an Oura ring

Jennifer Aniston was spotted wearing an Oura ring on her finger when she was filming "The Morning Show".

Oura ring is not an ordinary ring, is a smart ring with a tracker. It tracks sleep, monitor heart rate and many more.

There are other celebrities who are also wearing this ring such as Jimmy Kimmel, Kim Kardashian, Gwyneth Paltrow.

Jennifer Aniston admits that she likes to eat snacks that can cause cancer

Jennifer Aniston eats lots of protein and drinks lots of water to maintain great body and good skin. 

She once told Bydie "I’m much more mindful about what I eat and conscious of my ingredients. I try to practice balance by eating a proper amount of protein, vegetables, and water and exercising."

But shocking truth is that she admitted to Fat Mascara podcast, "I love snacking, but I like eating burned food. Burned popcorn, burned pretzel, burned toast... I'm sure it's going to harm me."

According to medical experts, burnt products can cause cancer.

Apart from that, she also enjoys eating bread basket. She explained, "Everyone's afraid of the bread basket. I'm no longer afraid. As long as it's done in moderation."

Life of Crime's director Daniel Schechter talks about Jennifer Aniston's brutal scene

Jennifer Aniston acted in the 2013 movie, "Life of Crime", which was based on Elmore Leonard's novel "The Switch". 

The movie is about two criminals kidnapped the wife of a real-estate developer (acted by Jennifer Aniston) and ask for $1 million dollar ransom for her safe return. Unfortunately, the husband refused to pay the ransom.

The movie's director Daniel Schechter was worried about one scene, he told E!Online, "That was the scene I was most scared to do. But then we started going through the motions. We had a stunt coordinator and we had a really good camera operator there".

"I only thought I was going to get one take. Someone mistakenly told me, ‘We'll do only one take of that with Jen and take it easy on her.' So I did one take and it was fantastic, but I said, ‘Can we just do the last bit again?' Jen said, ‘Can we just do it all the way through?'".

"They did two more takes. We ended up using those because she was just so willing to go there and she wanted to be pushed there".