A star of “Friends,” passed away aged 85

“Friends” is an iconic American sitcom that captured the hearts of audiences worldwide during its ten-season run from 1994 to 2004. Created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman, the show revolves around a tight-knit group of six friends living in New York City: Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston), Ross Geller (David Schwimmer), Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc), and Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow). “Friends” is celebrated for its witty humor, relatable characters, and memorable catchphrases.

The series brilliantly explores the ups and downs of friendship, love, and the trials and tribulations of young adulthood. From Ross and Rachel’s tumultuous on-again, off-again relationship to Chandler and Monica’s journey from friends to lovers, the show skillfully navigates the complexities of human relationships with humor and heart.

The characters each bring their own quirks and personalities to the group, making them instantly recognizable and endearing to viewers. Whether it’s Phoebe’s offbeat and eccentric nature, Joey’s lovable simplicity, or Chandler’s sarcastic wit, each character contributes to the show’s enduring appeal.

With its timeless humor and timeless portrayal of the trials and tribulations of friendship and love, “Friends” continues to be a beloved classic in the world of television, attracting new generations of fans who can’t help but laugh along with the hilarious misadventures of this inseparable group of friends.

Throughout his long career, Whitehead appeared in movies and television programs.

A cherished member of the “Friends,” “Frasier,” and Broadway communities has passed away.

Paxton Whitehead, an English actor and dramatist whose nearly 70-year career included several parts in movies and comedy, passed away at age 85.

The Hollywood Reporter received confirmation from Whitehead’s son Charles that his father passed away on June 16 at an Arlington, Virginia, hospital.

Whitehead made his Broadway debut in the 1962 play “The Affair” and went on to perform in many additional Broadway shows, including “The Harlequin Studies,” “My Fair Lady,” and “The Crucifer of Blood.” In 1978, Trent University awarded him an honorary degree in the arts, and two years later, he was nominated for a Tony for his performance in Camelot.

Throughout his lengthy career, Whitehead went on to make several television and movie appearances, scoring cameos in such series as “Murder, She Wrote,” “Ellen,” “3rd Rock from the Sun,” “The Drew Carey Show,” “Mad About You,” “Frasier,” and “Law & Order.” Additionally, he played Rachel Bloomingdale’s supervisor in two episodes of “Friends” with Jennifer Aniston.

Whitehead continued to perform on Broadway and in the regional theater during his older years; his final performance was in 2014.

English actor Jim Piddock posted a memorial shortly after his friend passed away to pay respect to his memory.

He posted a message to Twitter on June 19, saying, “Heartbroken to hear my dear friend and mentor Paxton Whitehead has passed away. He was a fantastic performer, a wise friend, and an all-around wonderful person. He was so dear to so many people, and he never failed to put a smile on everyone’s face.”