Why didn’t they mention Paul Rudd in Friends reunion?

Why didn’t they mention Paul Rudd in Friends reunion?

The director of the HBO Max special, Ben Winston, explained the absences, telling The Wrap that not including Rudd, 52, and Sprouse, 28, was simply a matter of logistics.

Why isn t Cole Sprouse in Friends reunion?

Considering this show had a ton of famous guest stars, fans have been wondering why more of them weren’t at the reunion—specifically Paul “Forever Young” Rudd and Cole Sprouse. Director Ben Winston was asked about their absences by TheWrap, and explained that it basically came down to timing and scheduling.

Who didn’t show up to the Friends reunion?

Paul Rudd, who played Phoebe’s boyfriend Mike Hannigan on the show, was not a part of the reunion episode. Neither was Cole Sprouse, who played Ross’s son Ben during season 7.

How did Paul Rudd feel about being in Friends?

“I was only in it for just a blip,” Rudd said. “I felt, ‘I’m like a prop on this show. It’s not about Mike Hannigan. ‘ But there’s a very interesting feeling to be a part of something that has that kind of profound impact on pop culture.”

Why was Matthew Perry slurring his speech in the reunion?

Some fans said his speech was slurred and commented on his lack of animation. A source told the Sun, however, that the 51-year-old actor — who has dealt openly over the years with his addiction to alcohol and painkillers — had undergone an emergency dental procedure that day, and it left him in pain.

Did the Friends cast get paid for the reunion?

According to Variety, the stars were paid at least $2,500,000 each for their appearance! Yes, you read right. For the cast’s recent reunion, it’s reported to be at least an estimated $15,000,000 payout for the entire group of friends.