History of Courteney Cox in Timeline

Courteney Bass Cox is a highly recognized American actress and filmmaker, best known for her role as Monica Geller in the popular NBC sitcom Friends, which aired from 1994 to 2004. She also gained international fame for portraying Gale Weathers in the Scream horror film franchise, starting in 1996. Her career has been marked with critical acclaim, earning her a Screen Actors Guild Award, nominations for both Emmy and Golden Globe Awards, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

1931: Birth of Richard Lewis Cox

Courteney Cox's father, Richard Lewis Cox, was born in 1931.

1934: Birth of Courteney Copeland

Courteney Cox's mother, Courteney Copeland, was born in 1934.

June 15, 1964: Birth of Courteney Cox

Courteney Bass Cox was born on June 15, 1964, in Birmingham, Alabama.

1974: Divorce of Cox's Parents

In 1974, Courteney Cox's parents divorced.

1984: Dancing in the Dark Music Video

In 1984, Courteney Cox appeared in Bruce Springsteen's "Dancing in the Dark" music video.

1985: Misfits of Science

Courteney Cox starred in the science fiction series "Misfits of Science" in 1985.

1986: The Love Boat and Murder, She Wrote

In 1986, Courteney Cox had guest roles in "The Love Boat" and "Murder, She Wrote".

1987: Family Ties and Masters of the Universe

In 1987, Courteney Cox began her recurring role in "Family Ties" and also appeared in the film "Masters of the Universe".

1988: Cocoon: The Return and I'll Be Home for Christmas

In 1988, Courteney Cox appeared in the films "Cocoon: The Return" and "I'll Be Home for Christmas".

1989: Relationship with Michael Keaton Begins

Courteney Cox began dating Michael Keaton in 1989.

1989: End of Recurring Role on Family Ties

Courteney Cox's recurring role on "Family Ties" ended in 1989.

1990: Mr. Destiny

In 1990, Courteney Cox appeared in the film "Mr. Destiny".

1993: The Trouble with Larry

In 1993, Courteney Cox co-starred in the sitcom "The Trouble with Larry".

1994: Friends Debut and Ace Ventura

In 1994, Courteney Cox began her iconic role as Monica Geller in the sitcom "Friends" and also starred in the film "Ace Ventura: Pet Detective".

July 1995: Saturday Night Live

Courteney Cox hosted an episode of "Saturday Night Live" in July 1995.

1995: Relationship with Michael Keaton Ends

Courteney Cox and Michael Keaton's relationship ended in 1995.

1995: "Good Intentions" Music Video

In 1995, Courteney Cox appeared in Toad the Wet Sprocket's "Good Intentions" music video.

1996: "Scream" Debut

In 1996, Courteney Cox starred as Gale Weathers in the horror film "Scream".

1997: "Scream 2"

"Scream 2" was released in 1997, with Courteney Cox reprising her role as Gale Weathers.

June 12, 1999: Marriage to David Arquette

Courteney Cox married David Arquette on June 12, 1999.

1999: The Runner

Courteney Cox appeared in the film "The Runner" in 1999.

2000: "Scream 3"

In 2000, "Scream 3" was released, featuring Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers.

2001: 3000 Miles to Graceland and The Shrink Is In

In 2001, Courteney Cox appeared in the films "3000 Miles to Graceland" and "The Shrink Is In".

2001: Death of Richard Lewis Cox

Richard Lewis Cox, Courteney Cox's father, passed away in 2001.

2003: Mix It Up

Courteney Cox and David Arquette produced the reality series "Mix It Up" in 2003.

June 2004: Birth of Daughter

Courteney Cox and David Arquette's daughter was born in June 2004.

2004: End of "Friends"

In 2004, the final episode of "Friends" aired, concluding Courteney Cox's ten-season run as Monica Geller.

2005: November and The Longest Yard

Courteney Cox starred in "November" and had a cameo in "The Longest Yard" in 2005.

2005: Guinness World Record

In 2005, Courteney Cox and her female "Friends" co-stars were listed in the Guinness Book of World Records as the highest-paid TV actresses of all time.

2006: Barnyard and Zoom

Courteney Cox voiced Daisy the Cow in "Barnyard" and co-starred in "Zoom" in 2006.

2007: "Dirt" Premieres

In 2007, Courteney Cox starred in and executive produced the drama series "Dirt".

July 2008: Scrubs Guest Appearance

In July 2008, it was announced that Courteney Cox would guest star on "Scrubs".

2008: "Dirt" Canceled and Bedtime Stories

The series "Dirt" was canceled in 2008. In the same year, Courteney Cox starred in the film "Bedtime Stories".

2009: Web Therapy Guest Appearance

Courteney Cox guest-starred on "Web Therapy" in 2009.

2009: "Cougar Town" Premieres

In 2009, Courteney Cox began starring in the comedy series "Cougar Town".

October 11, 2010: Separation from David Arquette

Courteney Cox and David Arquette announced their separation on October 11, 2010.

April 15, 2011: Scream 4 Release

On April 15, 2011, Courteney Cox reprised her role as Gale Weathers in Scream 4.

November 2011: Cougar Town Season 3 Delayed

The premiere of "Cougar Town" season 3 was delayed until 2012.

February 14, 2012: Cougar Town Season 3 Premiere

Season 3 of "Cougar Town" premiered on February 14, 2012. Courteney Cox also directed two episodes this season.

June 2012: David Arquette Files for Divorce

David Arquette filed for divorce from Courteney Cox in June 2012.

June 23, 2012: TalhotBlond Premiere

Courteney Cox made her directorial debut and had a cameo appearance in the Lifetime television drama film TalhotBlond, which premiered on June 23, 2012.

2012: TalhotBlond

Courteney Cox directed the television drama film "TalhotBlond" in 2012.

January 8, 2013: Cougar Town Season 4 Premiere

Season 4 of "Cougar Town" premiered on January 8, 2013.

May 2013: Divorce Finalized

Courteney Cox's divorce from David Arquette was finalized in May 2013.

April 24, 2014: Just Before I Go Premiere

On April 24, 2014, Courteney Cox's directorial and production effort, the black comedy film Just Before I Go, premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival.

June 2014: Engagement to Johnny McDaid

Courteney Cox and Johnny McDaid announced their engagement in June 2014, later calling it off but remaining a couple.

2014: Just Before I Go and Celebrity Name Game

In 2014, Courteney Cox directed the film "Just Before I Go" and began executive producing "Celebrity Name Game".

March 31, 2015: Cougar Town Series Finale

The final episode of "Cougar Town" aired on March 31, 2015.

April 24, 2015: Just Before I Go Release

Courteney Cox's film Just Before I Go was released in select theaters on April 24, 2015.

2015: "Cougar Town" Ends

The series "Cougar Town" ended in 2015 after six seasons.

May 6, 2016: Mothers and Daughters Release

The film Mothers and Daughters, starring Courteney Cox, was released on May 6, 2016.

2016: Mothers and Daughters

In 2016, Courteney Cox appeared in the independent drama film "Mothers and Daughters".

2017: Celebrity Name Game Ends

In 2017, Courteney Cox's "Celebrity Name Game" ended.

2017: Celebrity Name Game Ends, Emmy Nomination

In 2017, the game show Celebrity Name Game, executive produced by Courteney Cox, ended after three seasons. The series earned Cox a Daytime Emmy Award nomination.

2019: 9 Months with Courteney Cox Premiere

In 2019, Courteney Cox created and executive produced the Facebook Watch documentary series 9 Months with Courteney Cox.

2020: Death of Courteney Copeland

Courteney Copeland, Courteney Cox's mother, passed away in 2020.

2020: Modern Family Appearance, Homecourt Launch, Celebrity Escape Room

In 2020, Courteney Cox guest-starred on the sitcom Modern Family, launched her home products line Homecourt, and participated in the Celebrity Escape Room special for Red Nose Day.

2020: Friends Rewatch, Budokan Karate Practice

In 2020, Courteney Cox revealed she was rewatching Friends and that she practices Budokan karate.

May 27, 2021: Friends: The Reunion Release

The Friends reunion special, Friends: The Reunion, featuring Courteney Cox, was released on HBO Max on May 27, 2021. The special earned Cox an Emmy nomination.

2021: 9 Months with Courteney Cox Ends

The documentary series, 9 Months with Courteney Cox, concluded in 2021 after three seasons.

January 14, 2022: Scream 5 Release, Shining Vale Casting

Scream 5, featuring Courteney Cox as Gale Weathers, was released on January 14, 2022. Cox also joined the cast of the Starz series Shining Vale.

2022: Shining Vale Premieres

In 2022, Courteney Cox began starring in the horror comedy series "Shining Vale".

March 9, 2023: Scream 6 Release, Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

On March 9, 2023, Scream 6, which Courteney Cox starred in and executive produced, was released. Cox also received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.