Overview

• David Schwimmer revealed on the Making a Scene podcast that he avoided the 'Friends' theme song for years due to its constant use during public appearances and media engagements.
• The actor admitted that fame from the show brought challenges, including a lack of privacy and overwhelming fan encounters, such as a frightening experience at LAX.
• Schwimmer shared that he never revisited 'Friends' after the show ended, choosing to focus on moving forward in his career.
• His perspective on the show and its theme song shifted when his daughter Cleo, at age nine, began watching the series and he heard her laughter while enjoying it.
• The reflections provide insight into the personal toll of sustained fame and the evolving relationship actors have with their most iconic roles.