Zoë Kravitz, the daughter of legendary musician Lenny Kravitz and a successful actress in her own right, has sparked heated debates after a recent interview. Speaking with People magazine, she shared her honest thoughts on the iconic sitcom Friends, saying the show has “aged poorly” and really belongs in the ’90s.
According to Kravitz, Friends reflects its time a little too strongly — to the point where it now feels outdated and even problematic. She pointed out that the series is full of unethical jokes and off-key punchlines that don’t land the same way today.
“If you rewatch Friends now, you’re like, ‘Whoa… yikes,’” she admitted.
Kravitz explained that many things considered “normal” in the past are no longer acceptable in today’s cultural climate. In her view, the show shouldn’t be held up as a reference point for modern comedy.
But her candid remarks didn’t sit well with everyone. Fans of Friends — who still see the sitcom as a timeless classic — were quick to defend it. Social media lit up with sharp reactions:
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“She just doesn’t have a sense of humor.”
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“Hands off Friends! It’s untouchable.”
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“Who is she to criticize?”
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“If it weren’t for her dad, no one would even know who she is.”
This isn’t the first time Zoë Kravitz has been in the spotlight recently. Earlier this year, she revealed on Late Night with Seth Meyers that Taylor Swift gave her shelter after the devastating Los Angeles wildfires, which left many residents without homes.
Love her opinion or not, Kravitz’s comments highlight an ongoing cultural conversation: should we keep revisiting old shows through a modern lens, or simply enjoy them as nostalgic snapshots of their time?