Following the heartbreaking death of actress Teri Garr, Friends fans have taken to social media to highlight her striking resemblance to her on-screen daughter, Lisa Kudrow.
On Tuesday, Garr's publicist, Heidi Schaeffer, confirmed the news that Garr had died earlier that morning in Los Angeles following a prolonged battle with multiple sclerosis.
She was 79.
The Academy Award-nominated actress and Hollywood legend was known for her star-making performances in movies like Young Frankenstein and Tootsie.
However, younger audiences may know Garr best for her role in the popular TV sitcom Friends, where she played Phoebe and Ursula Buffay's birth mom, Phoebe Abbott.
Although she only appeared in three episodes of the show, Garr made a lasting impression on viewers - becoming a fan favorite thanks to her storyline helping to expand the backstory of "Pheebs".
But fans were also captivated by the comedy timing and mannerisms Garr displayed in the series - as they perfectly mirrored those of on-screen daughter Lisa Kudrow.
However, following Garr's death, as fans and publications have paid tribute to the actress, more and more photos from the star's illustrious career have been shared - including many from her early career.
This has led to Friends fans realizing just how much of a striking resemblance Garr and Kudrow shared in their youth.
Responding to photos on X, one fan wrote: "That photo proves the casting people from Friends knew exactly what they were doing
She was so perfect for that part, she could have been mistaken for being Lisa Kudrow’s mom! I love that she appealed to audiences both young & old!"
Another added: "Teri Garr was a great choice to play Phoebe's mom on Friends. She looked just like young Lisa Kudrow, when she was young."
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"Wow! No one else could have played Phoebe’s mum because not only did they both have impeccable comedy timing, young Teri Garr looks so much like Lisa Kudrow," a third wrote.
Another tweeted: "All these wonderful Teri Garr clips are a reminder of what perfect casting she was in Friends as Phoebe's mother. I wish she'd had more appearances."
And one Friends fan added: "Teri Garr had a long, storied career. Loved her in 'Mr. Mom' with Michael Keaton!
"She was INSPIRED casting as Phoebe's birth mother, Phoebe, Sr., on Friends. (She and Lisa Kudrow had the same mannerisms and everything!) May she rest in peace after a long battle with MS."
Kudrow has also paid tribute to her on-screen mom, telling PEOPLE: "Teri Garr was a comedic acting genius who was and is a huge influence on me and I know I’m not alone in that.
"I feel so lucky and grateful I got to work with Teri Garr."
Garr is survived by her daughter, Molly O’Neil, 30, and her six-year-old grandson, Tyryn.
Our thoughts continue to go out to Garr's family, friends, and fans at this time.
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