On July 28, 2024, actress Jennifer Aniston was doused in a thick, black substance while filming a scene for the fourth season of The Morning Show in Manhattan. The incident, which involved an unknown assailant throwing what appeared to be black oil from a paint bucket, caused confusion among onlookers and online viewers, many of whom mistakenly believed it was a real attack.
The dramatic scene, filmed as part of the show's first episode of the new season titled “My Roman Empire,” shows Aniston's character, Alex, a morning news program host, being covered in the dark liquid during a protest.
The The Morning Show premiered on Apple TV+ in November 2019 and has gained significant viewership despite mixed critical reviews. The series, which reflects on contemporary issues such as the pandemic and the #MeToo movement with a satirical lens, is set to continue with its fourth season following a successful run in 2023.
Images of the incident quickly circulated online, leading to a mix of reactions. Some netizens were caught off guard, with comments ranging from confusion and disbelief to mockery. One user expressed satisfaction, saying, “It’s Karma. Her support of woke nonsense upset me yesterday. Today I got to laugh at her,” while others were critical or dismissive, assuming the attack was real.
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