As per his daughter’s statement, John Aniston, the father of Friends star Jennifer Aniston, peacefully passed away at the age of 89 on November 11. John gained fame primarily through his enduring role on the soap opera Days of Our Lives.
On Friday, Jennifer Aniston’s father, John Aniston, departed from this world. Jennifer affectionately referred to him as her “Sweet papa” in a social media post, expressing gratitude for his painless and tranquil passing. John was cherished for his inner and outer beauty. Jennifer is appreciative that he was able to depart peacefully.
And what a date it was, 11.11! “Your timing was always impeccable. That number now holds even greater significance for me in the future.
I am so glad you ascended to the heavens serenely and without pain.” Jennifer also shared nostalgic pictures of herself and Aniston from her younger days. “I will love you until the end of time,” she declared. “Make sure to visit.”
Born on July 24, 1933, Aniston hailed from the Greek island of Crete. After earning his degree from Pennsylvania State University, he joined the Navy and rose to the rank of lieutenant commander. He embarked on an acting career in the 1960s, and it was through his work in soap operas during the 1970s that he became widely recognized.
Throughout the 1970s and 1980s, Aniston made appearances in episodes of The West Wing, Journeyman, and Search for Tomorrow. He portrayed Victor Kiriakis on Days of Our Lives from the 1970s until the 1980s, and later returned to reprise the role. Aniston continued playing the character of Victor Kiriakis until 2022.