Jennifer Aniston Coated in Oil During "The Morning Show" Filming

During the filming of Season 4 of the Apple TV+ drama "The Morning Show," Jennifer Aniston, 55, dramatically portrayed a scene in which her character, Alex Levy, becomes the target of climate activists. The incident unfolded in Manhattan, where pretend protesters splashed Aniston with a tar-like substance, leaving her visibly upset as the dark goo smeared her white shirt and slacks.

In these scenes, Alex Levy is seen holding her phone away to avoid the fake oil splatter, which also covers her handbag and heels. Set against the background of a fictional morning news show, "The Morning Show" reflects on various timely issues, including the pandemic and political turmoil. The drama has garnered critical acclaim, earning multiple Emmy nominations, including "Outstanding Drama Series" and acting nods for both Aniston and her co-star, Reese Witherspoon, 48.

Despite praise for its serious themes, the show is also known for some far-fetched plots, such as sending Witherspoon’s character, Bradley Jackson, into space, or capturing Capitol riot footage. Aniston expressed her bewilderment about these eccentric storylines, admitting to Variety in 2023, "Going into space, huh? Personally, I was like, 'I would never do that!'"

This new season brings attention back to the dynamic between Aniston and Witherspoon, who have been working together for over two decades. Aniston highlights their deep professional and personal connection, framing their relationship as one of partner, friend, and confidante.

Aniston also caused a stir with her preference to forego an intimacy coordinator for a sex scene with Jon Hamm, feeling seasoned enough to manage the situation. While some viewers admired her confidence, others critiqued her stance as minimizing the role and importance of intimacy coordinators. Her co-star, Hamm, alongside director and executive producer Mimi Leder, valued the mature and emotional nature of their performances in these complex scenes.

As fans eagerly await the Season 4 premiere, the first three seasons of "The Morning Show" remain available on Apple TV+.

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