After six years,Jennifer Anistonis starring in her first new television show since Apple TV+‘sThe Morning Show. Jennifer Aniston is best known for playing Rachel Green inFriends. She has only starred in one other TV show,The Morning Show, since theending ofFriendsin 2004. WhileThe Morning Showseason 4is confirmed, Aniston is now focusing on a new project.
A new report fromVarietyconfirmed thatJennifer Aniston is set to star in an adaptation of Jennette McCurdy’s memoir, “I’m Glad My Mom Died,“a New York Times bestseller and wildly popular book. Aniston will play McCurdy’s mother, and the 10-episode series will be produced for Apple TV+. “I’m Glad My Mom Died” chronicles McCurdy’s struggles as a child actor oniCarlyand her mother’s narcissism.
Jennifer Aniston, alongside starring in the upcoming adaptation of “I’m Glad My Mom Died,” will also executive produce the show.It is not yet clear if Jennette McCurdy will play herself in the series, but she is confirmed to be a writer, executive producer, and showrunneralongside Ari Katcher. The show is also described as being “inspired” by McCurdy’s memoir, which means it could feature fictional characters.
McCurdy’s Memoir Will Strengthen Aniston’s TV Presence & Her Relationship With Apple TV+
Based on the success of “I’m Glad My Mom Died” as a book and Jennifer Aniston’s star power, it’s hard to imagine Apple TV+’s upcoming adaptation will be anything short of a hit. “I’m Glad My Mom Died” should help make Aniston an even bigger TV star than she was because ofFriendsandThe Morning Show. It may even become one ofJennifer Aniston’s best TV shows.
The upcoming adaptation should also strengthen the relationship Jennifer Aniston already has with Apple TV+.The Morning Showis one of Apple TV+’s flagship series, and “I’m Glad My Mom Died” has a lot of potential to be another big hit. Aniston is a crucial part of both projects, and it may open the door to even more collaborations in the future.
Our Take On Jennifer Aniston & Jennette McCurdy’s Upcoming Show
Aniston & McCurdy Are A Powerful Duo & Could Make A Truly Groundbreaking Series Together
The combination of Jennifer Aniston’s acting prowess with Jennette McCurdy’s stellar writing and massively popular memoir is very exciting.I think Apple TV+ has a real hit on its hands with Aniston, McCurdy, and “I’m Glad My Mom Died.“It’s exactly the type of psychological and deeply emotional story Apple thrives with, and there’s just so much talent involved already.
Aniston and McCurdy also have a chance to turn the adaptation of “I’m Glad My Mom Died” into something really special.McCurdy’s time oniCarlyhas been heavily scrutinized both through her memoir and through the documentaryQuiet on Set: The Dark Side of Kids TV. This upcoming show has a chance to drive home the changes we should be making to how children in showbusiness are treated.
On a more universal note, “I’m Glad My Mom Died” has another chance to be a real force for good. As with any book that is adapted to TV, McCurdy’s story is going to get a lot more attention now. Anyone who struggled with abusive parents will now have a sympathetic, understanding show to watch, andJennifer Aniston’s star power should help it reach many more viewers.
