Lisa Kudrow and Michael Stern

While Lisa Kudrow’s character, Phoebe Buffay, on “Friends” might seem an open book, Kudrow herself is quite the opposite regarding her personal life. The acclaimed actress has been married to Michel Stern, an advertising executive, since 1995, a fact that remained under the radar for many.

Their romance began in the 1980s in France, where they felt an immediate connection. After dating for several years, they eventually married. The couple welcomed a son in 1998 and have maintained a strong bond for over three decades. Kudrow humorously notes that Stern is her most ardent supporter, enjoying countless reruns of “Friends” with great affection.