That being said, she’s still human, and false accusations can be damaging to the psyche.

She went on to express how even with her status, the gossip can be suffocating. "

I don’t know why there’s such a cruel streak in society.

Jennifer Aniston waving

I often wonder what they get off on."

The two went on to marry other people, but the speculation amped up after the coveted reunion special.

“I had a major crush on Jen.

Jennifer Aniston and David Schwimmer smiling in a throwback picture

During an interview withEntertainment Tonightafter the special aired, Aniston reflected on the rumor mill starting up again.

“That was bizarre.

I could not believe that, actually.

Jennifer Aniston and Brad Pitt smiling on the red carpet

That’s my brother,” she said.

Aniston then admitted that she recognized the sentiment: “But I understand it, though.

It just shows you how hopeful people are for fantasies, for dreams to come true.”

Jennifer Aniston on the red carpet

One of those who accused Aniston of rumored infidelity came from within her close circle.

The world took the idea of a sexy scandal and ran.

Jennifer has never had a romantic or sexual relationship with Matt LeBlanc.”

Jennifer Aniston and Jason Bateman smiling together

Aniston set the record straight on her past relationship with Pitt toThe Hollywood Reporterin January 2015.

“But we wish nothing but wonderful things for each other.

There’s no story.

Jennifer Aniston on set.

… like, give more credit to these human beings.”

Am I going to be the miracle mother at 52?"

During a candid interview withAllure, the actor revealed how harmful hearsay can truly be.

“All the years and years and years of speculation …

It was really hard.

I was going through IVF, drinking Chinese teas, you name it.

Later on in the interview, Aniston expressed how her story belongs to her, not news sites.

“I’ve spent so many years protecting my story about IVF.

On aRedditthread dreaming up nonexistent celebrity couples that seem like a good match, Bateman and Aniston were mentioned.

which claimed that the two were together, leaving Michelle in the lurch.

Aniston’s team shut down the chatter.

Aniston joked, continuing in the same tone, “I was not mad at it.”

She then proceeded to set the record straight, “That is absolutely untrue.

I’ve met him once.

I know Michelle more than him.”

Happy Valentine’s Day, @MichelleObama!”