Jennifer Aniston to Star in TV Adaptation of Jennette McCurdy’s Bestseller I’m Glad My Mom Died
Jennifer Aniston is stepping into a bold new role for Apple TV+, taking on the complex character of a narcissistic mother in a highly anticipated series based on Jennette McCurdy’s bestselling memoir, I’m Glad My Mom Died. The project marks another major collaboration between Aniston and the streaming giant following the success of The Morning Show.
McCurdy’s raw and darkly comedic memoir, which topped the New York Times Bestseller list for over 80 weeks, tells the harrowing and hilarious story of her upbringing as a child star under the control of her emotionally abusive mother. Now, that powerful narrative is being brought to life in a dramedy series that promises to be both deeply emotional and sharply satirical.
Aniston will portray the mother — described as “overbearing and fame-obsessed” — while McCurdy herself is writing, producing, and showrunning the series, ensuring the story stays true to her lived experiences. This unique pairing of Hollywood royalty and first-person authenticity is already generating buzz across the entertainment world.
Set around an 18-year-old actress navigating the pressures of being in a hit kid’s TV show, the series will explore themes of toxic parent-child relationships, emotional trauma, and identity — all through a lens of biting humor and honesty.
With Aniston also serving as executive producer alongside McCurdy and Ari Katcher (The Bear), the project is expected to blend prestige TV quality with raw memoir storytelling — a format increasingly popular on Apple TV+.
This upcoming series not only highlights Aniston’s expanding range in dramatic roles but also reflects the continued appetite for memoir-based adaptations, particularly those that challenge taboos and push cultural conversations forward.
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