I'll Be There for You: The One about Friends

By: Kelsey Miller

Narrated by: Amber Benson, Kelsey Miller

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SIX FRIENDS THAT BECAME A FAMILY.
A TELEVISION SHOW THAT BECAME A PHENOMENON.
Today, Friends is remembered as an icon of ’90s comedy and the Must See TV years. But when the series debuted in 1994, no one anticipated the sensation it would become. From the first wave of Friends mania to the backlash and renaissance that followed, the show maintained an uncanny connection to its audience, who saw it both as a reflection of their own lives and an aspirational escape from reality. In the years since, Friends has evolved from prime-time megahit to nostalgic novelty, and finally, to certified classic. Ross, Rachel, Monica, Chandler, Joey and Phoebe have entered the pantheon of great television characters, and yet their stories remain relevant still.
I’ll Be There for You is a deep dive into Friends history and lore, exploring all aspects of the show, from its unlikely origins to the societal conditions that amplified its success. Journalist and pop culture expert Kelsey Miller relives the show’s most powerful moments, sheds light on its sometimes dated and problematic elements, and examines the worldwide trends that Friends catalyzed, from contemporary coffee culture to the wildly popular ’90s haircut The Rachel. Taking readers behind the scenes, Miller traces the cast’s rise to fame and untangles the complex relationship between the actors and their characters. Weaving in revelatory interviews and personal stories, she investigates the role of celebrity media, world-changing events and the dawning of the digital age—all of which influenced both the series and its viewers.
I’ll Be There for You is the definitive retrospective of Friends, not only for fans of the series, but for anyone who’s ever wondered what it is about this show—and television comedy—that resonates so powerfully.

Calling all Friends fans...

...this book is for you! If you love the show Friends or are just intrigued by 90s pop culture, this is a great read. Miller goes into the history of the show, it's relevancy to 90s culture, and its impact today. She doesn't shy away from controversy but manages to discuss the show's shortcomings in context and without bashing it or the creators. You can tell she's a real fan and that's who this book is written for.

Great!

Lots of information and told in a fun manner. I enjoyed the the audiobook reading of it.

the one where it was boring

there was nothing in this book of interest that hasn't already been broadcasted in every media outlet. save your money

Must read for Friends fans!!

If you are a fan of friends, this is a must read that will give you lots of insight into the show. Must read!

Omg! This is so good😍🥰

This audiobook feels like the friends cast is literally hugging me. It literally feels like a warm cup coffee that i enjoy on a sunday afternoon with them. It feels like i am a part of friends. Uh gosh! I love them...all of them and thank you to the writer of this book for some great insights. 🤩🥰☕️🎭❤️😭