
Courteney Cox says she was hurt being the only ‘Friends’ star not nominated for an Emmy
Courteney Cox: From Alabama to International Stardom Courteney Cox became a worldwide superstar almost overnight when she landed the role of Monica Geller on the beloved sitcom Friends. This big break turned her life upside down. The girl from Birmingham, Alabama, not only shot to fame but also saw her bank account grow as she became one of the highest-paid actresses on television. Before Friends, Courteney’s career was already blossoming. She had gained some recognition by appearing in a famous music video that changed her trajectory in the entertainment world.