Kaylah Walton
Jennifer Aniston is feeling uneasy about her former Friends co-star David Schwimmer and his new romance with Eliana Jolkovsky, a 29-year-old medical student at UCLA.
The age difference—Schwimmer is now 58—has raised concerns for Aniston, who worries he might face another heartbreak.
Reports suggest that Aniston has a history of caring for Schwimmer, and in light of losing their co-star Matthew Perry, her protective nature has intensified.
Schwimmer has experienced several ups and downs in his romantic life, previously being associated with talents like singer Natalie Imbruglia and actress Mili Avital.
His marriage to artist Zoë Buckman lasted seven years, ending in 2017, and they share a daughter, Cleo, who is now 13.
With Schwimmer now dating Jolkovsky, Aniston reportedly has reservations. “Jen can’t resist interfering, and David is really important to her,” shared a source. “She doubts this relationship is a wise choice!”
While Schwimmer’s representative has denied these worries, insiders indicate that Aniston feels her friend is repeating past mistakes.
“He tends to repeat his mistakes, and Jen has seen him jump from one relationship to another,” the insider remarked. “She wants to protect him and believes he would be happier with someone more age-appropriate.”
Increased Protectiveness Following Matthew Perry’s Death
After the unfortunate death of Matthew Perry in 2023, Aniston has taken a more vigilant stance towards her past co-stars.
Perry, who portrayed Chandler Bing, passed away due to a drug-related drowning, creating a profound impact on those who knew him.
A source noted, “She often gets involved in her friends’ lives, and this time isn’t any different.”
Schwimmer and Aniston have previously acknowledged feelings for each other during their Friends days but never acted on it. In the 2021 reunion special, Schwimmer disclosed that they “never crossed that line” as one was always committed elsewhere, with Aniston mentioning that their feelings were instead channeled through their show’s characters, Ross and Rachel.
While some may speculate about lingering emotions, insiders assure that Aniston is simply looking out for a dear friend.
“They have a shared past,” a source stated. “But Jen is adamant that her concerns about his new girlfriend are not rooted in jealousy. Her only concern is for his well-being.”
