BREAKING NEWS: Jennifer Aniston has confirmed that her annual earnings from “Friends” are only enough to pay taxes on all her properties. Fans are shocked to learn how big the figure is.

In a revelation that has stunned fans around the world, Jennifer Aniston has opened up about her enduring income from Friends, the iconic sitcom that helped launch her into superstardom. But while the figure is still jaw-dropping by most standards, Aniston revealed that her annual royalties from the series barely cover the property taxes on her real estate portfolio.

Yes, you read that right. Even Rachel Green herself has to deal with the reality of sky-high property costs — and the numbers behind it have left the internet reeling.

The Revelation: “It Pays the Taxes, That’s About It”

During a candid interview with a lifestyle magazine this week, Aniston was asked whether the famous Friends syndication deals still provided her with the kind of wealth that allowed her to live comfortably without working.

Laughing, Aniston responded:
“Let’s just say the Friends checks pay the taxes on my homes. That’s about it these days.”

Fans, who have long believed that Friends cast members continue to rake in millions annually, were floored. For years, it’s been widely reported that the six stars of the show each earn between $15 and $20 million annually from syndication deals, thanks to the show’s global streaming and broadcast rights.

But as Aniston’s real estate holdings — spanning Los Angeles, New York, and Montecito — have expanded, so too have the massive tax bills attached to them.

How Big Are Jennifer Aniston’s Properties?

Real estate analysts estimate that Aniston owns over $100 million in luxury properties across the United States. Her Los Angeles mansion alone is valued at approximately $25 million, with property taxes on that home estimated at nearly $300,000 per year.

Add in a New York penthouse (valued at $15 million), a Montecito estate (estimated at $21 million), and other holdings in Beverly Hills and beyond, and her annual property tax burden could easily exceed $2–3 million annually, according to financial experts.

In that light, the Friends royalties — while still huge by Hollywood standards — no longer represent the financial freedom many imagined, but simply one income stream that keeps her extensive property portfolio afloat.

Fans React: “Relatable, But Not Really”

Social media exploded with reactions ranging from shock to tongue-in-cheek empathy.

“Jennifer Aniston’s Friends money just goes to pay her property taxes… wow. Same, girl. My paycheck disappears before rent is due too. Totally the same thing 😂,” one fan tweeted.

Another user joked: “I can’t decide if I feel better or worse knowing even Jennifer Aniston feels squeezed by housing costs.”

Still, many fans pointed out how remarkable it is that a TV show that ended two decades ago continues to generate income at all.

The Reality of Rich Celebrity Finances

Financial analysts weren’t surprised by Aniston’s comments. Property taxes on luxury homes — especially in states like California and New York — can be staggering. For ultra-wealthy celebrities who own multiple estates, even passive income streams like syndication royalties may be needed just to keep up with annual expenses.

Entertainment finance expert Lauren Chang explains:
“Celebrities live very publicly, but most people don’t realize the ongoing costs of maintaining their lifestyle — staff, security, property taxes, insurance. Even legacy income, like Friends royalties, ends up being budgeted carefully.”

And Yet, She Keeps Working

Despite the continued Friends earnings, Aniston remains one of Hollywood’s most in-demand actresses. Her work on The Morning Show for Apple TV+, along with endorsement deals for brands like Aveeno and Smartwater, brings in tens of millions annually.

Aniston told the magazine:
“I work because I love to work. The money’s great, but I do it because I love telling stories. And let’s be honest — taxes or not, I’m very, very lucky.”

In the End: Still Iconic, Still Grounded

Jennifer Aniston’s candid admission has reminded fans that even the world’s biggest stars juggle finances in their own way — though on a much, much larger scale.

And while most of us won’t earn Friends-level money in our lifetime, it’s comforting — and a little surreal — to know that not even Rachel Green is immune from tax season.