Quick Info
| Profession | Actress |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 30/07/1963 |
| Age | 62 years |
| Birthplace | Encino, Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Latest News about Lisa Kudrow
01/03/2026
Lisa Kudrow announced the third season of her cult HBO comedy series The Comeback at SXSW 2026, marking its return after the 2014 second season. In the show, she reprises her role as washed-up sitcom actress Valerie Cherish. The announcement highlighted her continued passion for cringe comedy and reflections on her Friends character Phoebe Buffay.
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Bio/Wiki
| Lisa Valerie Kudrow is an American actress and writer who rose to international fame for her role as Phoebe Buffay in the sitcom Friends (1994-2004). Before pursuing acting, she worked as a medical researcher. She is known for her keen comedic timing and ability to portray offbeat, eccentric characters. |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 173 cm |
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| Weight | 62 kg |
| Eye Color | Light Green |
| Hair Color | Naturally Brown, Dyed Blonde |
Educational Qualification(s)
| College | Vassar College |
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| Degree | Bachelor of Science |
Personal Life
| Religion | Judaism |
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| Ethnicity | Belarus, German, Hungarian and Polish |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Husband | Michel Stern (m. 1995) |
| Current Relationship Status | Married to Michel Stern |
| Affairs/Boyfriends | Conan O'Brien |
| Children | Julian Murray Stern (b. 1997) |
Family
| Father | Dr. Lee N. Kudrow (Physician, cured headaches) |
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| Mother | Nedra S. (Travel Agent) |
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Career
| Debut Film | L.A. on $5 a Day (1989) |
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| Debut TV Show | Emily in Cheers (1989) |
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Favourites
| Actress | Diane Keating |
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| Place | Fiji |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Lisa Kudrow has won two Star Guild Awards and one Emmy Award for her role in FRIENDS. | |
| 2. She has received multiple nominations for Emmy Awards, Star Guild Awards, and Golden Globe Awards. | |
| 3. Lisa Kudrow's Toy Poodle is named Wolly. | |
| 4. She underwent rhinoplasty surgery to reduce the size of her nose. | |
| 5. Lisa Kudrow has worked with her father, Dr. Lee N. Kudrow, for eight years. | |
| 6. In 2005, she produced, wrote, and acted in the show 'The Comeback'. | |
| 7. Lisa Kudrow has made guest appearances in various TV shows. | |
| 8. She holds a Guinness Book of World Records title for being one of the highest-paid actresses. | |
| 9. Lisa Kudrow is the oldest among the cast members of FRIENDS. | |
| 10. If there was a FRIENDS reunion, she prefers a season over a movie. | |
| 11. She was nominated for an Emmy for the show 'Who Do You Think You Are?'. | |
| 12. Through a family tree search, Lisa Kudrow discovered relatives in Poland. | |
| 13. She reportedly doesn't remember specific episodes of FRIENDS. | |
| 14. Lisa Kudrow has appeared in various films and lent her voice for animated characters. | |
| 15. She graduated from Vassar College with a Bachelor of Science. | |
| 16. Fan Mail Address: Lisa Kudrow, Is or Isn't Entertainment, 8391 Beverly Blvd., Suite 125, Los Angeles, CA 90048, USA. | |
| 17. Lisa Kudrow was the first Friends cast member to win an Emmy Award. | |
| 18. She has received multiple nominations for Emmy Awards, Screen Actors Guild Awards, and Golden Globe Awards. | |
| 19. Lisa Kudrow worked as a medical researcher before her acting career. | |
| 20. She was part of the improv troupe Unexpected Company with Conan O'Brien and director Tim Hillman. | |
| 21. Lisa Kudrow was the oldest among the cast members of Friends. |