Jennifer Aniston faced harsh criticism from her mother, actress Nancy Dow, who often called her “ugly” due to her “big nose” and other features. Aniston, who also struggled with dyslexia, felt inadequate and different from her mother.
Her confidence began to build after she secured her first Hollywood role and underwent a nose job. Despite these improvements, her mother continued to disparage her publicly, leading Jennifer to sever their relationship for 15 years.
Through therapy, Jennifer came to understand that her mother’s harshness stemmed from a misguided desire to protect her. She now credits her challenging upbringing for developing her resilience and shaping her into the person she is today. Aniston acknowledges that despite the pain, her mother’s actions were rooted in love.
