Are Phoebe and Ursula played by the same person?

Phoebe Buffay is a fictional character, portrayed by Lisa Kudrow, one of the six main characters from the American sitcom Friends, created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman. ... Phoebe has a twin sister, Ursula, a waitress who is also portrayed by Kudrow.

How did Friends do Phoebe and Ursula?

In FRIENDS, Ursula's scenes were often with Phoebe. But since Lisa isn't a twin, some tricks were used by the production team to sell the idea. So, Lisa Kudrow shot both the parts and double played the other character.

Is Friends a spin off of Mad About You?

It began in Mad About You's third season, and Friends' first — originally part of a programming stunt that saw various NBC characters making crossovers into each other's shows… and also a way to poke fun at the fact that Lisa Kudrow now had roles on two different shows in NBC's Thursday-night lineup.

What episode of Friends is Ursula in?

The One with Two Parts Phoebe's identical twin. Kudrow originated the role of Ursula in the sitcom Mad About You, playing her as an inept waitress at Riff's who frequently forgets orders. She first appears in Friends in "The One with Two Parts"; [e 25] Chandler and Joey are eating at Riff's and mistake Ursula for Phoebe.

Did Joey sleep with Ursula?

In season one, Joey still has aspirations for a long-term relationship. ... He even pursues her after sleeping with her, which is unusual for Joey. Ursula ends up dumping Joey, so it doesn't work out.

Did they get divorced on Mad About You?

As it turns out, the Buchmans were not officially married because the minister who married them was not ordained. Eventually they get officially "re-married" so as to have the same anniversary date.

Why did Joey get a spin off?

Due in part to being in competition with American Idol, Joey was the lowest-rated prime time program of the week for NBC. The network pulled the series after the first Tuesday broadcast and its cancellation was announced on .

Why is Fran not in Mad About You?

The stars talk about the return of 'Mad About You' Many other cast members will reprise their roles on the show. However, Leila Kenzle, who played Jamie's best friend Fran, will not be returning. She retired from acting in 2003 and became a psychotherapist.

What is Paul Reiser doing now?

Comic and actor Paul Reiser, seen in 2017, said 'It's easier to take the stage' now than when he was 30 years younger. Paul Reiser lives in Los Angeles, is best known for making television about New York and is doing stand-up in Milwaukee. ... Reiser has become a ubiquitous presence in the streaming landscape.