Fact Check: Was Oil Spilled On The Morning Show Star Jennifer Aniston For Real?

Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston recently found herself in a messy situation while shooting for The Morning Show in New York City. This series is inspired by Brian Stelter's 2013 book Top of the Morning: Inside the Cutthroat World of Morning TV, and is currently in production for its fourth season.

Friends’ actress Jennifer Aniston, one of the main characters named Alex Levy in this series, became the focus of social media when photos and videos showing her covered in black oil went viral. However, it was soon clarified that this incident was part of a scene for the show.

Is Jen's video real or fake?

The incident happened on the set of The Morning Show while Jennifer Aniston was filming a protest scene. During the scenic protest, a tin of black oil was thrown on the Murder Mystery star. The moment with the black oil was scripted as part of the show's protest storyline. However, Jennifer seemed visibly angry when the extras turned away from the spill.

Soon after the incident, the photos and video went viral on the internet. Many fans initially concerned for the actress, soon realised it was all part of the production and reacted with laughter.

The Morning Show, which first premiered on Apple TV+ in 2019, stars Aniston alongside Reese Witherspoon, Jon Hamm, Stephen Fry, Tig Notaro, and Nicole Beharie. The drama explores the competitive world of morning news and the complex lives of those involved. The show recently received 16 nominations for the 2024 Emmy Awards. Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon play two central characters navigating their high-pressure careers while dealing with personal and professional challenges.

When will The Morning Show season 4 be released?

Earlier this month, Jennifer Aniston announced the start of season 4 production in an Instagram post. The post featured a delightful photo of her with co-stars Reese Witherspoon and Tig Notaro, all wearing matching denim outfits and holding their name cards, clearly happy to be back. It also included a picture of her script for the new season.

Though the release date for the fourth season of The Morning Show hasn't been revealed yet, it's expected to stream in 2025. The series continues to captivate audiences with its intense and engaging storyline, promising even more drama and excitement in the upcoming season.