Jennifer Aniston almost missed attending 2024 Emmys but a stranger saved the day
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: 'Friends' star Jennifer Aniston, who was among the celebrities nominated for an Emmy on Sunday, September 15, reportedly experienced a ticket issue and almost missed the 2024 Emmy Awards.
Fortunately, Aniston was allowed to enter the building, all thanks to a stranger. Later, fellow nominee Robert Downey Jr helped Aniston shake off the incident.
The 'Murder Mystery' star came across several other celebrities on the biggest night in television where she was nominated for Best Actress for her series 'The Morning Show.'
Robert Downey Jr helps Jennifer Aniston shake off incident at 2024 Emmys
Jennifer Aniston, 55, who gained worldwide fame for her role as Rachel Green on the sitcom 'Friends' from 1994 to 2004—had a rough start to the 2024 Emmy Awards at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles.
According to USA Today, Aniston's ticket failed to scan properly through security at the Peacock Theater and she was delayed for roughly two minutes. She was reportedly waiting with a "look of fixed serenity" on her face.
Thankfully, Aniston was allowed to enter the building because of an unidentified onlooker.
"Why are you not letting her in? You know who this is!" the onlooker exclaimed, per the outlet.
At that point, Aniston managed to get past security and onto the red carpet, where she participated in interviews and eventual photo shoots.
She ran across fellow candidate Robert Downey Jr after entering the auditorium, and he offered to take a picture with her to help her forget the incident.
"Let's go. This one is going to travel," Downey Jr said, smiling and putting his arm around Aniston.
Aniston's performance in Apple TV+'s 'The Morning Show' got her a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series and an invitation to the Emmys. Although the 'Friends' alum did not receive any award, 'The Morning Show' did receive three Emmys.
Jennifer Aniston caught up with many celebrity friends at 2024 Emmys
Jennifer Aniston—who dazzled in a strapless champagne-colored Oscar de la Renta gown—utilized the Emmys as a networking opportunity to mingle with several Oscar winners and a '90s legend.
According to Daily Mail, Aniston stood alongside Oscar winners Laura Dern, Reese Witherspoon, and her producing partner Kristin Hahn—her closest friend of more than two decades.
The celebrity then knelt down to speak with Holland Taylor and Sarah Paulson. She embraced Downey Jr and Naomi Watts at the show, wrapping her arm around Witherspoon as well.
Aniston sat in front of Don Johnson, the father of Dakota Johnson, during the ceremony, and spoke on surviving in Hollywood at the event.
Aniston spoke on her "wonderful" 'Morning Show' cast, which includes Mark Duplass, Billy Crudup, and Witherspoon, during her red carpet interview with E!. She said, "We have a no a**hole policy."
"We're really lucky," Aniston continued, referring to the cast. She continued to ogle 48-year-old Witherspoon, who was also put forward for a nomination for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.
"We grew up together and we were kids together and now we’re grown-ups together," Aniston remarked.
"Being able to produce the show with her … I couldn’t ask for a better partner," she added.
Both Aniston and Witherspoon lost to 'Shogun' actress Anna Sawai in the same category at the Emmys.
