Jennifer Aniston has once again opened up about her long-standing journey with fertility and motherhood, delivering a candid revelation that has sparked widespread discussion. In a recent October 2025 interview, the 56-year-old Friends icon explained why she never pursued adoption despite years of struggling to conceive biologically.
Speaking on the Armchair Expert podcast and in Harper’s Bazaar UK, Aniston addressed the common suggestion from others: “But you can adopt.” Her response was direct and unapologetic: “I don’t want to adopt. I want my own DNA in a little person. That’s the only way, selfish or not, whatever that is—that’s what I’ve wanted.”
The Morning Show star has been vocal about her private battles, revealing she underwent IVF treatments for nearly two decades, trying “everything” from Chinese teas to advanced medical procedures. She lamented not freezing her eggs earlier, stating, “I would’ve given anything if someone had said to me, ‘Freeze your eggs. Do yourself a favor.’ You just don’t think it. So here I am today. The ship has sailed.”
Aniston, who has endured relentless media speculation about her childlessness—often falsely portrayed as choosing career over family—emphasized finding peace now. “It’s so peaceful,” she said, noting the relief in no longer wondering “Can I? Maybe.” While she occasionally thinks about people who “would have made some good kids,” the idea passes quickly.
Her comments have ignited debate online, with some praising her honesty about personal desires in parenthood, while others critique the emphasis on biological connection. Aniston has pushed back against narratives labeling her “selfish” for past choices, clarifying her ex-husbands left for reasons unrelated to children.
Currently in a happy relationship with wellness coach Jim Curtis, Aniston appears content focusing on her career, friends, and rescue dogs. Fans admire her vulnerability, hoping her story empowers others facing similar struggles.
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