The Moment Monica's Character Was Almost Destroyed On 'Friends'

It is broadly thought to be as the largest sitcom of all time. Yes, that remark could be controversial, despite the fact that we actually cannot debate the luck of the display, together with its large fanbase that still exists as of late.

With the numbers for the HBO Friends: Reunion, it is obvious, the crew in combination remains to be major attracts.

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Like every other show, 'Friends' wasn't with out criticism alongside the way. Let's face it, with ten seasons and 236 episodes in the books, things had been sure to go just a little bit southwards in relation to storylines.

Via Reddit,there is a lot of talk with reference to the worst season in the display's historical past. We're used to the opposite, reliving moments like, "I got off the plane," or, "It's always been you, Rach."

This subject is a distinct beast. Fans seem to accept as true with a certain moment being classified amongst the very worst. Not handiest was the scene uncomfortable to observe, but it additionally almost destroyed Monica's character, given how in contrast to her the scene really was.

We'll take a look at the scene in question, in conjunction with taking a deeper look at Courteney Cox's time on the show, which was filled with uncertainty.

Cox Turned Down Rachel For Monica

Just since you're introduced a role doesn't mean that position is for you. Credit to Courteney Cox, who was neatly aware early on.

She was meant to audition for Rachel, though in the long run, as she revealed with Today,Cox felt more in-tune with the Monica character. 

“For some explanation why, I assumed I related extra to Monica, which possibly it’s because I do,” she explained.

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“I’m similar to her ... I’m no longer as blank as Monica, but I am neat. And I’m no longer as competitive, even supposing some other people, my spouse (musician) Johnny McDaid, would say I'm.”

She landed the position but as it turns out, her biggest storyline on the display was never deliberate and actually, it was only supposed as a temporary plot.

Chandler & Monica Was Never The Long-Term Plan

Getting each Monica and Chandler in combination was a major shift in each their characters. According to People, the chatter of putting the two alongside one another started as early as season 2. Though it was meant to be loose and not anything serious.

“When the 2d season was being planned, one in all the writers tossed out an idea: ‘What if we get Chandler and Monica in combination?"

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“The thought was intended less as a permanent shift in the gravity of the series and more as a fun plotline, good for a few episodes before the status quo snapped back into place.”

The reaction from the audience was the real game-changer, everyone buzzed when Monica came up from under the covers. This caused everyone to reconsider the casual fling.

“When Monica popped up from beneath the sheets, there was just this explosion from the audience,” he said. “It was a combination of a laugh/gasp/cry/shriek. They were just blown away by it.

Organically, they became a couple and grew together on the show. However, as it turns out, fans didn't like everything that the two did alongside one another. One particular scene is labeled as the very worst.

Spending Chandler's Money

Looking back, it was sort of an out-of-character moment for Monica. When asked via Reddit, which 'Friends' scene is the worst, this one is the most heavily voted.

The scene features Monica and Chandler discussing the wedding. Once Monica finds out about Chandler's income, she turns very shallow. In the eyes of many fans, it was hard to watch and it hurt Monica's persona.

The fans chimed in with their thoughts on the scene.

"The episode where Monica is talking about spending Chandler's money on a marriage. It's simply so cringy for me to see her being so shallow."

"Like what kind of individual would in reality want their fiancée to spend their lifestyles savings on their wedding?? It does not make sense for Monica who would be very into making plans for his or her long term."

"Yeah, this one is at all times hard to watch. If I was in Chandler's place I'd be livid."

"It is not sensible, especially for Monica."

Without a doubt, the scene in question might've been changed with a little more thought - especially given that it wasn't a characteristic of Monica's.

We're sure she shrugged off the scene, however, behind the scenes, she did face certain struggles.

One of them was being the only main cast member to not be nominated for an Emmy. 

Cox Was Hurting Behind The Scenes

During its decade-long run, 'Friends' got nominated for more than a few Emmy Awards, 16 to be exact. Turns out, five of the main cast members were up for the awards, Cox was the only one never to be considered.

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As she revealed alongside Howard Stern, that was a hard reality she faced behind the scenes.

"It always harm my feelings," Cox said. "When each unmarried solid member was nominated but me, it indubitably hurt my emotions. I was glad for everyone, after which when it was in the end like, 'Oh, I'm the just one?' It hurt."

"I sought after my friends to recognize me and I do know that the Golden Globes isn't your peers, necessarily, but it is like, 'Ah!' It took a bit of of the sting out."

Credit to Cox, she finally got her special moment after season 1 of 'Cougar Town' at the Golden Globes.

"The only thing that made me really feel good — because they've all received and they have gotten so many accolades — I got nominated for 'Cougar Town' the first 12 months [out] — a Golden Globe. And I need to say, 'Oh, who cares?' It intended the entirety to me."