Jennifer Aniston has always had this special “energy” that makes kids absolutely adore her. She even once admitted that she has a little “secret” that makes kids instantly want to laugh and play with her.

Whether she’s lighting up the screen or walking a red carpet, Jennifer Aniston has long been beloved by fans around the world. But there’s one special group of admirers that consistently seems drawn to her — kids.

Over the years, both fans and fellow celebrities have noticed something almost magical about how children respond to Aniston. Whether on movie sets, at charity events, or during casual encounters, kids seem to gravitate toward her as if she’s an old friend they haven’t seen in years.

And now, after years of curiosity, Jennifer herself has opened up about the “secret” behind the special energy she has that makes kids laugh, play, and adore her instantly.

The Magnetic Pull: Kids Just Love Her

It’s not just one-off moments, either. Directors, co-stars, and parents of child actors who’ve worked with Aniston have all shared the same observation: kids absolutely love her.

“She has this way of getting down to their level — literally and emotionally,” said a longtime producer who worked with Aniston on several film sets. “Within five minutes, every kid on set is either giggling or sitting on her lap telling her about their day.”

During a recent interview on the SmartLess podcast, Aniston was asked about her natural ability to connect with kids. With a smile, she finally shared her secret.

Jennifer’s “Secret” to Winning Kids Over

“I don’t know what it is exactly,” Aniston laughed. “But I’ve always believed kids can sense energy. They know when someone is fully present — when someone’s not pretending to listen but really listening.”

Then she leaned in and added playfully, “But I do have a little trick. I always carry bubbles in my bag. Seriously. Tiny bottles of bubbles.”

She explained that whenever she’s around kids — whether family, friends’ children, or young actors on set — she pulls out the bubbles, and the mood shifts instantly.

“It’s like a magic button,” she laughed. “Kids see bubbles, and suddenly, it’s the best day ever. You don’t have to say anything. Just blow bubbles, and the laughter happens. It’s simple, but it works every single time.”

It’s More Than Just Bubbles — It’s Her Energy

But it’s not just the bubbles. Jennifer believes there’s a deeper reason kids feel safe and joyful around her.

“I think it’s about being goofy,” she said. “I never lost that little kid in me. I don’t mind making silly faces, crawling on the floor, or playing pretend. A lot of adults forget how to do that, but kids? They remember. They notice when someone speaks their language.”

She went on to say that children have an “honesty radar.”

“They can spot fake smiles a mile away,” she explained. “If you’re not real with them, they know. So I just show up as myself — silly, curious, and totally ready to play.”

Stories From Behind the Scenes

This special connection isn’t just something Aniston talks about — it’s been witnessed time and again.

When filming the family-friendly movie Marley & Me, crew members often commented on how the child actors gravitated toward her between takes. One assistant director remembered, “Jennifer had half the kids chasing her around the set during lunch breaks. It was like watching a camp counselor surrounded by her campers.”

On the set of Friends, Lisa Kudrow once shared that when her own son would visit, “Jennifer was the one he ran to first. She’d be on the floor building Lego towers with him before I even knew he’d arrived.”

Fans React: ‘She’s the Cool Aunt Everyone Wishes They Had’

As clips from the podcast made their way onto social media, fans quickly flooded the comments with stories and praise.

“Not surprised AT ALL that Jen carries bubbles in her bag. She’s the cool aunt everyone wishes they had,” one user wrote on TikTok.

Another added, “This is why she’s America’s sweetheart. Beautiful, talented, AND brings bubbles to make kids laugh? Come on.”

A Reflection of Her Own Childhood

Jennifer also touched on how this part of her personality is rooted in her own upbringing.

“I was an only child for a long time, and I spent a lot of time entertaining myself — drawing, playing pretend, making up stories. I think I carried that creativity with me into adulthood,” she shared. “It’s the best way to stay young at heart.”

A Reminder That Joy Is Contagious

In a world often bogged down by seriousness, deadlines, and constant hustle, Jennifer Aniston’s simple reminder — to be present, be playful, and maybe carry a bottle of bubbles — feels like a breath of fresh air.

As one fan perfectly summed it up online: “The secret to being loved by kids isn’t a secret at all. It’s about showing up with kindness, curiosity, and a little bit of magic. And Jennifer Aniston has plenty of that.”