Lisa Kudrow

About

Lisa Kudrow is an American actress, comedian, producer, and writer, best known for her role as Phoebe Buffay on the television sitcom "Friends," for which she received several accolades including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress. She was born on July 30, 1963, in Encino, California. Kudrow earned a degree in biology from Vassar College before breaking into acting. Apart from "Friends", she has starred in several successful films and TV shows, including "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion", "The Comeback", and "Web Therapy".

Associated With

Lisa Kudrow, an American actress known for her role as "Phoebe" on the popular sitcom "Friends", has a deep-rooted association with other prominent figures in the entertainment industry. Her close association with her co-stars of "Friends", namely Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, Matthew Perry and David Schwimmer, is paramount. The ensemble group on Friends have had a remarkable working relationship both on and off the frame. In addition, Kudrow has worked with multiple acclaimed artists such as Mira Sorvino in "Romy and Michele's High School Reunion". Her collaborations also include box office hits like "P.S. I Love You" with Gerard Butler and Hilary Swank. On a personal front, Kudrow has been married to French advertising executive Michel Stern since 1995. She also partnered with Dan Bucatinsky for the production company Is or Isn't Entertainment.

Career Highlights

• - 1989: Debuted in the television series, "Married... with Children".
• - 1993: Played Ursula Buffay in the NBC sitcom, "Mad About You".
• - 1994-2004: Starred as Phoebe Buffay in the iconic sitcom, "Friends" – Kudrow played one of the lead roles in this show that ran for 10 seasons. This became one of her most popular roles.
• - 1998: Won Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for "Friends".
• - 2002: Nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress – Television Series Musical or Comedy for her work in "Friends".
• - 2005: Co-created and starred in HBO's "The Comeback". This role scored her a number of nominations for various awards.
• - 2006: Nominated for Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for "The Comeback".
• - 2007: Starred in the film "P.S. I Love You".
• - 2009: Starred in "Web Therapy", a web series she created and wrote, which was later broadcast on Showtime.
• - 2012: Won the Webby Award for Best Comedy: Long Form or Series for "Web Therapy".
• - 2015: Received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for the second season of "The Comeback".
• - 2020: Participated in a special reunion episode of "Friends" on HBO Max.

Notable Awards

• Lisa Kudrow is a highly accomplished actress who has won a number of prestigious awards. Here are some of the notable ones:
• Primetime Emmy Awards - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, 1998 for "Friends"
• Screen Actors Guild Awards - Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series (shared with the cast), 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998 and 1999 for "Friends"
• Satellite Awards - Best Actress - Television Series Musical or Comedy, 2005 for "The Comeback"
• Online Film and Television Association (OFTA) Television Award - Best Actress in a New Comedy Series, 2006 for "The Comeback".

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Lisa Kudrow Movie/TV Show?

Lisa Kudrow is most renowned for her role as Phoebe Buffay in the iconic television series "Friends". Broadcasting from 1994 to 2004, this globally beloved sitcom skyrocketed Kudrow to fame, earning her several awards including a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Her quirky, free-spirited character continued to be a fan-favorite character among millions of viewers all over the world. Even after the show's end, "Friends" continues to be widely watched and appreciated, cementing its status as Lisa Kudrow's most popular TV show.

How Did Lisa Kudrow Get Famous?

Lisa Kudrow gained fame primarily through her role as Phoebe Buffay on the highly popular television sitcom, "Friends." The show aired for 10 years (1994-2004) and Kudrow's lovable portrayal of the quirky, eccentric, and musically inclined Phoebe, earned her international recognition, a significant fan base and critical acclaim, including a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Apart from "Friends", Kudrow also starred in other popular productions and her performances in these further consolidated her status as a prominent figure in the film and television industry.