Jennifer Aniston has opened up about a long-standing fear of public speaking during a recent event with her boyfriend, Jim Curtis. The candid admission came during an intimate conversation at 92NY in New York City on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Lea Thompson has reflected on her 1995 “Friends” cameo with Matthew Perry.
Jennifer Aniston Reveals Her “Very Deep Fear”
According to Hello!, the “Friends” star appeared at the event with Curtis to discuss his upcoming project, “The Book of Possibility.” The evening focused largely on Curtis and his journey into the wellness world.
The conversation took an unexpected turn near the end.
Curtis flipped the script and began asking questions of his girlfriend. The move appeared to catch the actress off guard.
“What’s one possibility you’re choosing today?”
Jennifer Aniston responded with a surprisingly personal answer.
“To overcome a very deep fear of public speaking.”
The admission offered a rare glimpse into something that has made the actress uncomfortable for years. It also came during an event where she was already speaking in front of a live audience.
The moment ended on a sweet note. The couple shared a kiss and a hug before Curtis led the audience through a guided meditation.
Jennifer Aniston Has Previously Discussed Her Anxiety
The revelation is consistent with comments Jennifer Aniston has made about public appearances in the past.
In a September 2025 article, The List revisited the actress’ decision to stay away from the Met Gala. The annual fashion event attracts hundreds of major celebrities and is one of the biggest nights on the fashion calendar.
At the time, Aniston explained why she has no interest in attending.
“It overwhelms me.”
The actress also admitted that the preparations and formalities made her nervous. She described herself as more of a “jeans and flip-flops and tank top” person.
The actress even hinted at her fear of public speaking.
“I even get a little anxious about public speaking.”
She also explained why she worries about speaking publicly. The actress has spent decades under intense media attention. That experience has made her cautious about how her words might be interpreted.
Jennifer Aniston said she was especially concerned about having her comments “twisted and taken out of context.”
Discomfort With the Celebrity Spotlight
Jennifer Aniston has also been open about feeling uncomfortable with certain aspects of celebrity culture.
As noted by The List in its September 2025 coverage, the actress previously described promotional tours as the “dog-and-pony show.” She was discussing her experience promoting “The Morning Show.”
Red carpets have not always felt natural to her, either.
“I don’t know how to stand on a red carpet,” she said in 2021.
The actress acknowledged that she simply does her best when cameras are around. She also praised fellow celebrity Jennifer Lopez for mastering the art of the red-carpet pose.
Jennifer Aniston’s comments point to an interesting contrast. She has spent much of her career in front of cameras. Yet public speaking can still make her anxious.
Buoyed By the Support of Jim Curtis
The wellness expert’s new book, “The Book of Possibility,” combines neuroscience, hypnotherapy and spirituality. According to Hello!, Jennifer Aniston has praised his work and the impact he has on others.
“He’s quite extraordinary,” she said. She also described Curtis as “very special, very normal, and very kind.”
For Jennifer Aniston, speaking publicly may still be a source of anxiety. But her latest appearance suggests she is willing to confront that fear. This time, she did so beside someone she clearly trusts. In other news, Stephen Baldwin said he was fired from the 1998 romantic comedy “The Object of My Affection” for being funnier than Jennifer Aniston.
