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David Schwimmer Then & Now: See Photos of the ‘Friends’ Star Through the Years

By:
Medina Lynn
November 2, 2023 9:00AM EDT
David Schwimmer
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Happy birthday David Schwimmer! Check out ‘Friends’ star David Schwimmer’s transformation, from early days on the beloved sitcom, to his Emmy-nominated role in ‘American Crime Story,’ and so much more!

David Schwimmer, born November 2, 1966, is an American actor who got his big break on the sitcom ‘Friends.’ David originated the role of Ross Geller, and played the character for 10 seasons between 1994-2004 – more than 200 episodes! The role skyrocketed David to fame, along with co-stars Matthew Perry, Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, and Lisa Kudrow. 

The actor has remained so close with his ‘Friends’ co-stars since their last trip to Central Perk in 2004. All of these years later, David has amassed a very eclectic career in both film and TV. He appeared in lauded drama miniseries like ‘Band of Brothers,’ provided the voice of Melman the giraffe in the ‘Madagascar’ films, and in 2016, he earned an Emmy nomination for his portrayal of Robert Kardashian in the series ‘American Crime Story.’ 

To see more photos of the actor throughout his career, check out this gallery of photos!

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David Schwimmer in 1994

David Schwimmer in 1994
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David Schwimmer poses for a 1994 promotional photo for the sitcom ‘Friends,’ which debuted that same year.

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David Schwimmer as Ross Geller

David Schwimmer as Ross Geller
©NBC/Courtesy Everett Collectio

David Schwimmer played Ross Geller on ‘Friends’ for 10 seasons, more than 200 episodes between 1994-2004. He was one of the first cast members offered their role, and earned an Emmy nomination for Oustanding Supporting Actor in a Comedy Series in 1995. 

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Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green & David Schwimmer as Ross Geller

Jennifer Aniston as Rachel Green & David Schwimmer as Ross Geller
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Jennifer Aniston, as Rachel Green, and David Schwimmer, as Ross Geller, in a scene from the episode ‘The One Where No One Proposes,’ in season nine. This was the first episode of the ninth season, which premiered on September 26, 2002. 

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David Scwhimmer, Jennifer Aniston, & Courteney Cox Out in London

David Scwhimmer, Jennifer Aniston, & Courteney Cox Out in London
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David Scwhimmer Jennifer Aniston, and Courteney Cox shopping in Oxford Street in London in 1999. A few episodes of the sitcom actually took place in London!

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David Schwimmer Poses for a Photo

David Schwimmer Poses for a Photo
©NBC/Courtesy Everett Collectio

David Schwimmer poses for a promotional photo for ‘Friends.’ Here, he’s dress in a lovely suit! 

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David Schwimmer in a ‘Friends’ Season 10 Promotional Photo

David Schwimmer in a ‘Friends’ Season 10 Promotional Photo
©NBC/Courtesy Everett Collectio

David Schwimmer poses for a promotional photo for the 10th season of ‘Friends.’ The 10th season was David’s final stint as the character. 

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David Schwimmer at NBC Upfront

David Schwimmer at NBC Upfront
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David Schwimmer at the NBC Upfront Presentation in New York on May 13, 2013. He smiled and pointed at photographers. 

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David Schwimmer With Zoe Buckman & Their Daughter Cleo

David Schwimmer With Zoe Buckman & Their Daughter Cleo
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Zoe Buckman, from left, Cleo Buckman Schwimmer and David Schwimmer arrive at the 12th Annual John Varvatos Stuart House Benefit at John Varvatos Boutique, in West Hollywood, CA. David was married to Zoe from 2010-2017. Their daughter was born in 2011. 

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David Schwimmer at Vulture Festival

David Schwimmer at Vulture Festival
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David Schwimmer at Vulture Festival in New York on May 21, 2016. He posed for photos at the event.

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David Schwimmer at the Rape Foundation Annual Brunch

David Schwimmer at the Rape Foundation Annual Brunch
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David Schwimmer attends The Rape Foundation Annual Brunch in Los Angeles on October 8, 2017. He posed for photos before the event. 

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David Schwimmer at the AOL Build Speaker Series

David Schwimmer at the AOL Build Speaker Series
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David Schwimmer arrives to the AOL Build Speaker Series in New York on January 29, 2018. He waved to photographers. 

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David Schwimmer & the Cast of ‘American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson’

David Schwimmer & the Cast of ‘American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson’
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Courtney B Vance, John Travolta, Sarah Paulson, Cuba Gooding Jr., and David Schwimmer pose together for the ‘American Crime Story: The People v. O.J. Simpson’ TV series special luncheon in New York on December 8, 2015. David played Robert Kardashian in the film. 

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David Schwimmer at the Old Vic Summer Gala

David Schwimmer at the Old Vic Summer Gala
Joel Ryan/Invision/AP/Shuttersto

David Schwimmer poses for photographers upon arrival at the Old Vic Summer Gala in London. He looked dapper in his gray suit.

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David Schwimmer at the 25th National Television Awards

David Schwimmer at the 25th National Television Awards
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David Schwimmer at the 25th National Television Awards in London on January 28, 2020. He smiled for photos.

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David Schwimmer on ‘This Morning’

David Schwimmer on ‘This Morning’
Ken McKay/ITV/Shutterstock

David Schwimmer at the ‘This Morning’ TV show in London on February 12, 2020. He chatted with the hosts. 

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