Janice Hosenstein was not just a brief romance for Chandler Bing on the sitcom Friends. The character portrayed by Maggie Wheeler became an icon of the ’90s. The constant ups and downs of their relationship throughout the first four seasons provided plenty of comedic relief for viewers. Many found Janice’s unique voice and laugh irresistible, leading to high demand for more episodes featuring her character. As Hosenstein’s fame increased, Wheeler became a sought-after actress, which led to her being secretly brought onto the set until filming began. Lately, Wheeler revealed the reasons behind this secrecy and how it affected her emotionally.
The actress, aged 63, appeared as a guest on Steve Kmetko’s podcast titled “Still Here Hollywood Podcast with Steve Kmetko“. They discussed her role in the iconic NBC sitcom created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman, with particular focus on the passing of Matthew Perry (the actor who portrayed Chandler Bing) in 2023. As reported by Cinema Blend, this conversation was recorded and uploaded to YouTube. During their chat, Steve mentioned the impact of the character Janice and how her appearances significantly enhanced the storylines of Friends. He also inquired about any secret backstage strategies employed to keep her surprise appearances a mystery, which turned out to be true!
They concealed me from public view. My movements were restricted beyond just the craft services area, I was mostly confined to my dressing room…However, on occasion, I would stealthily make my way out, and then a black screen would be set up to obscure my entrance, shielding the doorway so the audience wouldn’t catch sight of me until the door was opened.
In other words, when Janice Hosenstein appeared on-screen, genuine reactions from the audience could be heard, enhancing the viewing experience because it wasn’t scripted; it felt authentic. The fact that she elicited such strong reactions demonstrates the significant influence she had on the series. Apart from marrying Monica Geller, Janice was Chandler’s most beloved girlfriend that viewers eagerly anticipated seeing. For Wheeler, being popular among fans despite not being a primary cast member felt like being a rockstar, particularly during the episode where her character spent a night with Ross.
The Hilarious ‘Friends’ Scene Where Janice & Ross Hooked Up
In the realm of television comedy, there are no boundaries to create the funniest moments. In the fifth season episode titled “The One with Chandler’s Work Laugh,” Monica (Courteney Cox) expresses irritation over Chandler (Perry) being excessively submissive to his boss. Rachel (Jennifer Aniston) is ready to discuss her concerns about Monica and Chandler’s relationship, while Ross (David Schwimmer) discovers himself in a romantic situation with Janice. Meanwhile, it’s revealed that Emily is getting married. Maggie Wheeler, the actress who played Janice, shared insights on the legendary scene:
It was even more intense when I stayed overnight with Ross, as there had been a lot of anticipation. A mystery, nobody could have guessed what was unfolding — and the cast kept asking, ‘Where did you go, where did you go?’ They prolonged it until the very end. And when I finally arrived, the crowd went wild.
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2025-04-21 18:02