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ActressBirth Name :
Courteney Bass CoxBirth Date :
June 15, 1964Birth Place :
Birmingham, Alabama, USASpouse :
David Arquette (actor, since 12-Jun-99)Claim to fame :
As Monica Geller on TV series "Friends" (1994 - 2004)
'Cougar Town' Keeps Airing Despite Courteney Cox's Absence
November 23, 2009 10:11:12Courteney Cox is taking a leave from filming her new sitcom "Cougar Town" to attend to a family matter. "We can confirm production on Cougar Town has been temporarily shut down in order for Courteney to deal with a private family matter," an ABC rep released a statement on Sunday, November 22.
Although what kind of family affair is not disclosed, ABC said that the absence won't affect the show immediately. Cox apparently has shot enough episodes to keep fans entertained until early next year. At least three episodes have been completed and will be aired on November 25, December 9 and January 6, 2010.
Confirmed, Lisa Kudrow to Visit 'Cougar Town'
October 28, 2009 10:10:00"Friends" reunion is not getting in shape but at least two of its stars would appear in a single show in near future. Courteney Cox has confirmed that Lisa Kudrow is in talks to appear on her new sitcom "Cougar Town" which has received a full season order. ABC has confirmed the casting news and Kudrow will shoot next month for an episode airing early 2010.
"If it all works out, she'll play a dermatologist that my character can't stop going to even though the doctor is mean to me," Cox tells TV Guide Magazine. She adds that the writers are not exactly sure whether it's related to Botox but, "whatever it is, she's the best in town at what she does and I become addicted."
Courteney Cox Wants Robert Pattinson on 'Cougar Town'
September 01, 2009 11:09:01Courteney Cox revealed who should ideally be her object of love on "Cougar Town". In the new ABC show, the former "Friends" star plays a woman in her 40s who craves on younger men. Cox, who is also one of the executive producers, revealed that she would love to romance Robert Pattinson and co.
"We'll have to do that," she responded to her co-star Busy Phillips' suggestion to have the "Twilight guys". Cox is also weighing on how they should move on with the idea, adding "If the show is a success I'm sure it will be easy to do. But we'll have to see how it goes first."
Courteney Cox Married and Has a Kid in 'Scream 4'
August 11, 2009 12:08:47Courteney Cox has just revealed some details of her upcoming thriller "Scream 4". In a group interview at the Television Critics Association summer press tour in Pasadena, California on Saturday, August 8, the actress informed when promoting her new ABC series "Cougar Town" that she will be a mother in the latest horror film.
"She has a kid now," Cox said on the status of her character, Gale Weathers, in the fourth installment of the "Scream" series. The actress additionally noted that the news reporter is married to Dwight Riley, who proposed to her at the end of "Scream 3". "She's married to Dewey," the "Friends" star said.
'Friends' Can Reunite on 'Cougar Town'
August 10, 2009 11:08:04Whether a "Friends" reunion is possible or not, Courteney Cox has given her side of story. The actress, who portrays Monica in the popular series, was promoting her new show "Cougar Town" during TV Critics Association press tour on Saturday, August 8 when she mentioned that she may share screen with Jennifer Aniston again.
The conversation was started with a question why Cox's new show's title is in the same line to Aniston's "Pumas". Responding with a joke, Cox said "Yeah, she totally ripped it off! I did know about her movie, but I'm not sure exactly what the story is. I guess Pumas are in their 30s. Jaguars are 50s and sabretooths go right into the 60s?"
David Arquette and Courteney Cox Officially Return for 'Scream 4'
July 15, 2009 03:07:16David Arquette and Courteney Cox have officially joined the cast of "Scream 4". After being rumored for several months that the couple will have another encounter with the Ghostface Killer in the newest installment of the horror film series, Arquette has finally confirmed to Marc Malkin from E! Online of their involvement, stating "We are going to be doing 'Scream 4'."
During the interview, Arquette admitted that he is very excited to reprise his role as Deputy Dewey Riley because he and Cox have sweet memory during the shooting of the first movie. "I fell in love with my wife [Courteney] on 'Scream', so the opportunity to bring [Dewey] back to life and for my wife to play that really bitchy character again, it's just going to be really fun. It's just great," he admitted.
Two Original Stars in Talks for New 'Scream' Trilogy
June 03, 2009 02:06:34Talks of new "Scream" trilogy have been brought up to the surface once again as Entertainment Weekly (EW) reported on possible return of several original stars. According to the publication, both Courteney Cox and David Arquette have been approached by writer/director Kevin Williamson to reprise their roles in what EW called to be a reboot project.
Though suggesting possibilities of the two actors' return, EW noted that deals have yet to be signed. But, it is said that everyone involved in the negotiations are working a deal that will avoid potential scheduling conflicts from Courteney's involvement in "Cougar Town", which was picked up by ABC earlier.
Video: A-List Celebrities' Pledges of Service to President-Elect Barack Obama
January 20, 2009 09:01:52A number of notable Hollywood celebrities speak out their pledges to the U.S. president-elect Barack Obama in a video, which is made by MySpace in partnership with Ashton Kutcher's Katalyst Media. "We are honored to be working with MySpace to rally the entertainment industry to answer President-elect Barack Obama's call to service," Ashton explains in a statement. "The Presidential Pledge is a platform for people across the nation and throughout the world to make a first-person commitment of service to our new president, articulating a specific intent or action to become an agent of positive change."
Courteney Cox, David Arquette, Nicole Richie, Kevin Connolly, Jason Bateman, Dakota Fanning and Molly Sims are among the stars featured in the video. Each of them has different pledges from one another, as for Courteney and David, the pair pledges to help supporting the hungers by feeding them and helping the local food bank. Dakota, meanwhile, pledges to never stop "learning and growing each day and every day."
Old Faces Could Be Seen in 'Scream 4'
January 13, 2009 12:01:07While earlier reports suggested that "Scream 4" may be far from fruition, it seems that the next installment of the horror thriller franchise is still moving on. Bloody-Disgusting recently came up with a report, suggesting that several of the original main characters, Neve Campbell, Courteney Cox and David Arquette, would make their returns.
However, since this feature project is intended to be a younger version of the "Scream" movies, those three will only make cameo appearances. Campbell, Cox and Arquette, who all have starred in the previous three "Scream" films as Sidney Prescott, Gale Weathers and Deputy Dwight Riley respectively, reportedly are in negotiation for the cameos. Nonetheless, there are yet words on the possible cameos from Dimension Films.
L.A. Premiere of Adam Sandler's 'Bedtime Stories'
December 20, 2008 01:12:15As its Christmas release date is lurking in the corner, "Bedtime Stories" gets a red carpet treatment in Hollywood. On Thursday, December 18, Walt Disney Pictures premiered this forthcoming family comedy at the El Capitan Theater in Los Angeles, where the red carpet was highlighted with the attendance of two U.S. marines who collect toys for their "Toys for Tots" program.
While glamor was brought to the red carpet by most of the film's female stars, including Courteney Cox, Keri Russell, Teresa Palmer, Lucy Lawless, Kathryn Joosten and Aisha Tyler, the male cast ensemble, Adam Sandler, Guy Pearce and Russell Brand, came in with their own casual looks. Also in attendance were two of the film's young stars, Jonathan Morgan Heit and Laura Ann Kesling.
Faith Hill and Courteney Cox to Launch Scents in 2009
December 06, 2008 10:12:56Both Faith Hill and Courteney Cox will have new scents to be launched in 2009. WWD reports Hill has been signed by Coty to do a signature fragrance, which is expected to be launched in late fall 2009.
On her partnership with the famous brand, the singer comments, "I am inspired by my travels around the world as well as my home. These experiences have made a mark on my style in what I wear, my surroundings and the perfume I choose." The name and composition of her upcoming first scent, however, are yet to be announced.
Courteney Cox to Make Special Appearance on 'Scrubs' Upcoming Season
December 03, 2008 11:12:53Season eight of comedy drama series "Scrubs" will be invaded by the special appearance of Courteney Cox. As reported by Associated Press, the "Friends" alum has been picked up to guest star on the upcoming episodes of the hospital comedy.
Moreover, the 44-year-old star is playing a character named Dr. Maddox, Sacred Heart's new chief of medicine, for a three-episode arc. On "Scrubs", Cox is joining the series regulars including Zach Braff, Sarah Chalke, Donald Faison and John C. McGinley. A clip previewing Cox's appearance on "Scrubs" can be seen below.
A-List Celebs Comment on Barack Obama's U.S. Presidential Win
November 05, 2008 03:11:20Hot on the heels of Barack Obama's election into the White House Tuesday night, November 4, A-list celebs who cast their votes for the Democratic leader expressed their joy in various ways. Some of them shared wise words, whereas the others preferred to host a celebration.
Pop superstar Madonna said, "I'm so f-ing happy right now". Famous talk show host Oprah Winfrey, who has been very vocal in supporting Obama, commented, "There are not even words to talk about what this night means. It's one of the greatest moments I could ever imagine. That's how great it is."
Courteney Cox Guest Stars in a Brand New Comedy Series, 'Cougar Town'
October 31, 2008 11:10:55"Friends" veteran actress, Courteney Cox, will make another appearance on a new single-camera comedy entitled "Cougar Town". The new comedy series is scheduled to begin filming in early January for a possible midseason premiere of the 2009-2010 schedule.
In this ABC's series, Cox will appear for three episodes starting from the pilot, playing as a 40 years old attractive single mother with a 17 years old son. Furthermore, Cox will not only have a contribution as the player, but she will also make a collaboration with "Scrubs" creator, Billy Lawrence, to become "Cougar Town" executive producer.
Inside Kate Hudson's Star-Studded Halloween Party
October 29, 2008 01:10:02Halloween celebration came early for Kate Hudson, who on Saturday, October 25, hosted a costume party for her celebrity friends to attend. The party was held at her Pacific Palisades home and there were about 200 people in attendance.
A photograph was obtained by People magazine, showing Kate's home being decorated with pumpkins, spider webs, witches and even severed heads hanging from the trees. A guest who happened to be at the star-studded party told People, the pool, located in the backyard, was covered and made into a dance floor.
Courteney Cox Comes Clean About Having Botox
October 09, 2008 02:10:20Coming clean about her beauty secret, Courteney Cox has no hesitation to talk candidly that she once had Botox and hated it. She made the confession during an interview with Marie Claire magazine for its November issue.
"Botox? I think it's fantastic and also horrible," she openly expressed her opinion about the procedure that is very popular among nowadays Hollywood celebrities. "I mean, they've come up with this stuff that can make you not look angry. But you have to use it sparingly."
Courteney Cox Recruited Celeb Pals to Raise 1 Million Dollar Fund for Charity
March 22, 2008 10:03:58Courteney Cox is enlisting the help of her celebrity friends in a bid to raise $1 million fund for Epidermolysis Bullosa, a rare skin condition that primarily affects children. Cox, her husband David Arquette, and their celebrity pals are all challenged to raise such amount of money in two weeks to benefit the Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation.
Joining Cox and Arquette in the awareness-and money-raising effort are close friend Jennifer Aniston, Orlando Bloom, Kate Beckinsale, Rashida Jones, James Marsden, Eva Longoria Parker, Aniston's ex-husband, Brad Pitt, Gwen Stefani, and Gavin Rossdale. Cox and Arquette are heading up the effort as members of the honorary advisory board of the Epidermolysis Bullosa Medical Research Foundation, where Aniston, Pitt, Rossdale and Stefani are also members.
Jennifer Aniston Desperately Looking for a Sperm Donor to Help Her Conceives a Child
January 08, 2008 03:01:48Is desperately wanting to have baby, Jennifer Aniston is said to have been considering another option besides adoption that is having a sperm donor.
The actress, who's been not so lucky in her love relationship following her divorce with actor husband Brad Pitt, has reportedly told best pal Courteney Cox that she wants one of her male friends to help her conceives a child.
American Idol Star Carrie Underwood Designed Cuddly Care Bear for Charity
November 24, 2007 12:11:22Carrie Underwood turns Teddy Bear designer, only for charity. The beautiful singer, who often provokes media headlines either with her chart-topping singles and album or with her love life, is lending hand, helps designing a cuddly Care Bear as part of an online auction.
The cuddly Care Bear she designed, called Bling Bear, is being offered at CharityBuzz.
Courteney Cox Planning to Have IVF Treatment for Another Baby
June 04, 2007 03:06:57
Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes isn't the only celebrity parents who want to have more kids in their family. Courteney Cox and her actor husband David Arquette also willing to expand their clan by having another In vitro fertilization (IVF) treatment.
Cox and Arquette, who are the parents of daughter Coco Riley Arquette through IVF, reportedly already had more blood tests to begin the process all over.
Courteney Cox and David Arquette Are Having Marital Difficulties, Jennifer Aniston Says
April 26, 2007 04:04:41
Everything is not okay between Courteney Cox and husband David Arquette. Despite denial after denial of marriage problems, Jennifer Aniston accidentally spills the bean on the couple, telling UK's Heat Magazine they do have marital difficulties.
Aniston, who has been best friends with Cox since they starred in TV comedy "Friends" said, "They are having marital problems, but whatever happens I will be there to support my friend."
Jennifer Aniston & Courteney Cox Sharing A "Dirt" Full-on Kiss
January 24, 2007 11:01:32
"Friends", Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox, will have their relationship gets a "dirty" treatment when they share an on-screen kiss on the new FX Networks show "Dirt".
TVGuide.com is reporting that while Cox will play Lucy Spiller, a tabloid queen, Aniston has been tapped to appear on the season finale of the show in March, portraying the role of Tina Harrod, a rival magazine editor who is a lesbian.
"Friends" Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox Willing to Get "Dirt"
January 11, 2007 11:01:14
Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox are "Friends" forever. Both actresses, who are famous from the hit TV show "Friends", will team up on TV again, in Cox's hit new drama "Dirt."
On their being together on TV again, Cox revealed, "We talk about it all the time, what kind of character she should play. Should she play herself or should we write some great thing for her?"
Courteney Cox & Hubby David Arquette "Went to A Therapist"
August 12, 2006 10:08:50
Courteney Cox and David Arquette seem to have a very happy marriage, but that doesn't mean they never face any difficulties in living their love life. The actress spills all to Life magazine in its new issue that she and David once went to a therapist to work the things out.
Cox tells the magazine, "We were just in Sardinia for a vacation. We got into these fights two nights in a row over stupid stuff. But I could see how relationships break up if you don't go, 'What are we doing!?' So we went to a therapist, and he broke it down for us."
Jennifer Aniston Calling Off Her Wedding to Vince Vaughn
August 04, 2006 02:08:29
New rumors surface by the hour that Jennifer Aniston has called off her wedding to beau Vince Vaughn.
Life & Style magazine reported the actress to have referring to herself as "New Jen" as she decided to go separate ways from the man last month.
Sheryl Crow Has Found A New Love
August 03, 2006 11:08:29
Now that it's been six months since she split with fiance Lance Armstrong back in February early this year, Sheryl Crow has for now on found a new love.
"It is good news, you know." So the singer said in an interview with CNN's Larry King as saying she's found someone she likes.
Jennifer Aniston Eyeing 'Friends' Reunion
July 18, 2006 10:07:17
Fans of famous TV series "Friends" could expect at least one more episode of it as former cast member Jennifer Aniston said in an interview with the British talk show "Richard and Judy" that she would like to reprise her role as Rachel Green in a reunion show.
Aniston claimed she missed the show at times and would like to revive her role as Rachel for a special, saying in a TV interview that was set to air Monday July 17th on Channel Four "The only thing I can think of doing is maybe for fun doing a Thanksgiving episode. Our Thanksgiving episodes were really fun."
Jennifer Aniston and Vince Vaughn Planning Wedding?
July 06, 2006 03:07:50
Speculation is mounting in Hollywood that Vince Vaughn already proposed to girlfriend Jennifer Aniston and the couple is preparing for wedding. It is reported that Vince proposed to Jenn while the couple were in Paris promoting their film "The Break Up".
A Pitt family source, moreover, tells American publication Life & Style that Aniston has told her former sister-in-law Julie Pitt, who has also been invited to the wedding, that although a date has not been set, the actress would like it "sooner rather than later" but is waiting for the media storm around ex-husband Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie to settle down first.
Courteney Cox Sweeps the "Dirt"
March 01, 2006 03:03:20
Absent from television following the end of "Friends" series, Courteney Cox now has another job to do, dishes the "Dirt."
It is a drama pilot for the FX network, which story revolves around the tabloids' schizophrenic photographer and a struggling actor trying to making a name for himself.
Courteney Cox & Husband Developing A TV Sitcom
November 29, 2005 09:11:37"Friends" star Courteney Cox, best known for her role as Monica in the long-running sitcom, is teaming up with actor husband David Arquette to develop a TV sitcom about a private investigator. The as yet untitled project, to which ABC has made a script commitment, centers on a gumshoe whose life changes when his 10-year-old son and ex-wife come back to town after eight years.
The couple is said to work alongside former "Everybody Loves Raymond" writer-producer Jeremy Stevens who will serve as an executive producer with them and is writing the pilot.
Sexiest Hollywood Mothers
November 22, 2005 01:11:19American magazine "In Touch" has just conducted a poll of Hollywood's hottest mom. And as the result comes to the surface, it's Denise Richards on top of the poll, beating off Reese Witherspoon, who is the 2nd and Angelina Jolie at 3rd.
Well, that's fair enough considering that Richards has successfully put her tremendous body back into shape in record time after back-to-back pregnancies with daughters Sam (21 months) and Lola (5 months).
Cox to Star in As-Yet Untitled Comedy
October 20, 2005 03:10:58Paramount Pictures has hired Susan Walter to write the screenplay of their upcoming comedy. The as-yet untitled project tells the story a Southern socialite whose daughter's transformation from little princess to street hip-hop dancer at first shatters her world, then gives the two common ground.
Will produce the film is Courteney Cox and husband David Arquette through their Coquette Prods. banner. Besides, Cox also is set to star in as the socialite. The actress will in the near future star opposite Tim Allen in the upcoming Sony/Revolution action-comedy "The Return of Zoom," directed by Peter Hewitt.
No Perks for Cox in "November"
July 22, 2005 10:07:18No Perks?! It's okay for actress Courteney Cox. "I enjoy perks at home, so I don't mind falling over or getting dirty at work. I wanted to make November because it's fascinating, confusing, ambiguous, eerie and makes you think." That's really the reason that pep up Cox to star in the director Gregory Harrison forthcoming thriller "November," despite that fact that she's getting no perks due to the budget matter.
The film had a paltry $150,000 allowance and just 15 days to shoot, during which Cox "had to eat with the crew, lie on dirty floors and shoot four emotionally traumatic scenes in 12 hours. But she was so ready to be involved," Harrison explained. What's more, the actress also had no doubt shooting dangerous scenes without a stunt double. What a true actress Cox is?!
One More Baby for Courteney Cox
February 21, 2005 10:02:53Learnt how great motherhood is, Courteney Cox and husband, David Arquette, want for another baby. Experiencing many things, including emotional tries, joy and anxiety from Coco, her first baby, Corteney is somewhat willing for another one.
