Jennifer Aniston looked distressed as she filmed a tense nighttime action scene for The Morning Show in Los Angeles on Thursday.
The actress, 55, who plays anchor Alex Levy on the AppleTV+ series, was joined by her co-stars Karen Pittman and William Jackson Harper.
The trio were stood at the front of a large group of people with Jennifer
Karen stars as morning show producer Mia Jordan while William portrays Ben, the fictional network’s head of sports.
Jennifer looked incredible during filming as she donned a black short-sleeved top along with a matching pencil skirt.
grabbing Karen’s arms as they looked onto something in the distance.
The former Friends star added height to her frame with a pair of black heels and let her blonde locks fall loose down her shoulders.
Karen sported a brown pleated midi dress for the scene and cinched her waist with a black strap.
It comes after Jennifer and her lead co-star Reese Witherspoon confirmed they had begun filming season four of The Morning Show in July.
Jennifer shared a photo of the pair posing together on set alongside comedian Tig Notaro who joined the show in 2023 as Amanda Robinson.
Alongside the snap, the star wrote: ‘Let @themorningshow season 4 games begin Here we come!
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It has been reported that Julianna Margulies will not return to the Morning Show but Jon Hamm is. Jeremy Irons has also reportedly been added to the cast.
Meanwhile, Jennifer said in June that Reese is like a sister.
‘We have a real interesting relationship. It’s like we’re family for sure,’ she told the audience at panel discussion of the show.
‘We love to hate each other, and we love to love each other, and I think that’s sort of a really fun dynamic that Reese and I get to play,’ the Emmy winner said of her character Alex and Reese’s Bradley Jackson.
‘And, of course, we would like to be together forever, I would think. I hope, but … we really don’t know what’s going to happen.’
The Morning Show is a critically acclaimed drama series that premiered on Apple TV+ in 2019. Starring Jennifer Aniston, Reese Witherspoon, and Steve Carell, the show provides an inside look at the competitive world of morning television.
It explores themes of power, gender dynamics, media ethics, and the #MeToo movement, making it one of the most relevant and thought-provoking series in recent years.
Jennifer Aniston plays the role of Alex Levy, a seasoned morning news anchor who finds herself at the center of controversy when her longtime co-host, Mitch Kessler (played by Steve Carell), is fired due to allegations of sexual misconduct.
As the network scrambles to maintain its reputation, Alex struggles to hold onto her position while facing challenges from ambitious journalist Bradley Jackson (played by Reese Witherspoon).
The dynamic between Alex and Bradley becomes a driving force of the show, filled with tension, rivalry, and unexpected alliances.
Aniston’s performance in The Morning Show has been widely praised, marking her triumphant return to television since Friends.
She delivers a powerful and emotionally charged portrayal of a woman navigating the pressures of the media industry, personal struggles, and the shifting landscape of workplace politics.
Her role earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Drama Series and a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award.
The series does not shy away from controversial topics. It delves into the consequences of workplace misconduct, the struggles women face in male-dominated industries, and the ethical dilemmas within journalism.
The Morning Show presents a nuanced take on these issues, highlighting the moral complexities of the characters rather than painting them as simply good or bad.
With its compelling storytelling, stellar performances, and timely subject matter, The Morning Show has captivated audiences and critics alike.
The show’s success led to multiple seasons, with each new installment diving deeper into the ever-changing world of broadcast journalism.
Jennifer Aniston’s portrayal of Alex Levy remains one of her most compelling roles to date, proving her versatility and staying power in the industry.
As the series continues, fans eagerly anticipate how Alex Levy’s story will unfold. Will she manage to stay on top in the ruthless world of morning television?
Or will new challenges push her to the brink? One thing is certain—The Morning Show keeps audiences on the edge of their seats with every episode.