Jennifer Aniston's sweet throwback pic on her 56th birthday has fans showering her with love and praise

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Jennifer Aniston best known for her iconic role as Rachel Green on 'Friends', delighted fans by sharing an adorable childhood photo on her 56th birthday.

As she posted the picture to her millions of followers, fans flooded the comments section, reminiscing about her beloved 'Friends' character and showering her with admiration.

Among the well-wishers was comedian Whitney Cummings, and Aniston also received heartfelt birthday wishes from her longtime friend Courteney Cox.

Jennifer Aniston posts childhood pic to celebrate her birthday

On February 12th, Jennifer Aniston shared a childhood photo with her 44.6 million followers.

The adorable black-and-white image shows young Aniston adjusting her hair with her fingers, sporting a cute expression on her face. She’s dressed in a patterned skirt and a sleeveless top, standing alongside two other little girls. 

Her hair is loosely styled with bangs just above her eyebrows. The post was accompanied by a heartfelt caption: "Thank you for all the beautiful birthday wishes! 🎉🥳 This kid is feeling very grateful and very loved ❤️."

In addition to fan wishes, Aniston also received birthday greetings from comedian Whitney Cummings, who wrote, "Happy birthday to the best gal in the land," and 'The Morning Show' co-star Karen Pittman, who excitedly commented, "Come on!"

The sweet childhood photo came after Aniston’s longtime friend Courteney Cox shared a touching tribute on Instagram, writing, "Happy birthday to my friend for life. Never has there been a more generous, loving, beautiful, talented, funny, loyal friend. I feel so lucky to be growing up with you." Cox added with a playful note, "Remember our CATS audition? 😉" 

To which Aniston lovingly responded, "Love you my sweet Cox&hammer! ❤️😘."

Jennifer Aniston's fans adore her childhood pic

Within 11 hours of Jennifer Aniston sharing the post, it garnered over 666K likes and countless comments celebrating the beloved actress on her 56th birthday. 

A user adored, "What a cutie. You turn into a gorgeous young lady Jennifer and I love you beautiful ❤️🔥💋🌹🥰."

One exclaimed, “Ooo my God! You were soo cute❤️ Happy birthday from.”

One fan wrote, “Your just so entertaining in the parts you play. When you cry in a movie I just want to run an hug you. You are truly an amazing actress.”

A fan reminisced, “I feel like you just told someone, “snitches get stitches” at your 7th birthday 😂.”

An Instagram user wished, “Happy birthday Rachel "FRIENDS" is one thing I never stopped watching ❤️.”

Another person on Instagram shared, "Just started watching Friends (again) with my 14-year-old, reminding me every night why you're an icon. Happy Birthday ❤️."

A fan’s comment read, “Happy Birthday to you Jennifer!! You by far are my Favorite actress and truly enjoy All of your movies!!! 🥳😍🎁🎊❣️”

Another said, “Look at that cutie pie 🥰.” 

A user found, “Good hair then and now!! Happy Birthday little girl!! 🥳”

Another said, “What a cutie ❤️.” 

Someone else commented, “Awww, love that throwback pic…Just as cute as can be then and now! Happy Birthday girl!!”

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