Jennifer Aniston playfully admits to a hidden appearance on 'The Last of Us' TV series.
Fans Are Chomping at the Bit Over Jennifer Aniston's Cameo in 'The Last of Us'
In a delightful twist that's left fans smitten, a piece of Jennifer Aniston's pop culture legacy made its way into the formidable world of "The Last of Us." The Season 2 premiere of HBO's hit show featured a 2003 issue of People magazine, sporting Aniston on the cover, much to the actress's delight.
Taking to her Instagram Stories on Tuesday, Jennifer winked at her cameo, penning, "Of all the things to survive the apocalypse." Accompanying her message was a snapshot of her very own magazine cover, showcased within the series. A laughing emoji and a tag to the "Last of Us" account were also part of her playful tribute.
The date on the magazine cover serves as a nifty easter egg, as the devastating cordyceps pandemic in the show's narrative was first reported in the same year as the magazine's publication – 2003.
Although Aniston herself hasn't made a personal appearance on the show, "The Last of Us" boasts a star-studded cast, including Pedro Pascal, Bella Ramsey, Kaitlyn Dever, Isabela Merced, Young Mazino, Gabriel Luna, and Catherine O'Hara.
Right now, "The Last of Us" is in the midst of its gripping second season, airing every Sunday on HBO at 9 p.m. ET and streaming on Max. Interestingly, like CNN, HBO and Max are subsidiaries of Warner Bros. Discovery.
The inclusion of this once-glossy magazine serves several narrative and thematic purposes. Not only does it enrich the show's timeline by offering a tangible link to the pre-apocalyptic world, but it also promotes the cultural irrelevance of celebrity in a survivalist context.
Moreover, it sparks a fascinating debate among viewers about the feasibility of celebrity survival in the post-apocalyptic landscape. Ellen's bewildered expression as she gazes upon the cover suggests that, in the grand scheme of things, fame may offer little advantage during the end times.
- Isabela Merced's character might find entertainment in digging through the debris and stumbling upon a 2003 issue of People magazine, where Jennifer Aniston is prominently featured.
- If Jennifer Aniston were a character in 'The Last of Us,' she would have charmed viewers with her survivor skills and grace, much like she did in the realm of entertainment before the apocalypse.
- On Sundays, when the second season of 'The Last of Us' airs, there's a good chance that pop-culture enthusiasts could be discussing the inclusion of a seemingly innocuous 2003 People magazine, featuring Aniston, as a commentary on celebrity culture in the post-apocalyptic world.
- In the world of 'The Last of Us,' seasoned celebrities like Aniston might have long since ascended to mythical status, their once glossy magazine covers now relics in a world far removed from the glamour of Hollywood.
