Friends: Best Roasts from Every Core Six Member

The timeless success of Friends is not just about Central Perk and the cozy orange couch, it's about the impeccable chemistry between the characters, often showcased through epic roasts that have become legendary in the show's history.

While Chandler Bing is undeniably the king of sass, every friend in the group has taken a turn delivering well-timed insults that turn ordinary moments into comedic masterpieces. Amidst the countless hilarious episodes, a few stand out for their epic roasts that best define the characters.

Here are the most legendary roasting moments from each member of the Core Six.

1. The One From Joey Tribbiani

Joey Tribbiani, the struggling actor with a heart of gold and a knack for memorable one-liners, delivers one of his classic roasts in Season 4's The One Where They're Going To Party. The scene unfolds as Ross mocks Joey for not reading The Lord of the Rings in high school, but Joey fires back with a witty and sassy retort: "I had sex in high school."

This humorous line showcases Joey's playful and often sex-related banter, especially directed at know-it-all Ross. The insult not only adds a comedic element to the moment but also highlights the teasing dynamic between the Friends and Joey's ability to turn a situation around with a well-timed roast.

2. The One From Rachel Green

In this memorable scene from Friends season 2, Monica finds herself in a situation where she is accused of "cheating" on Rachel with Julie. When Monica comes to apologize, Rachel's response does not keep Monica waiting, as it perfectly captures the classic notion of friendship betrayal.

Rachel's comeback, "Did my back hurt your knife?" not only playfully acknowledges Monica's alleged wrongdoing, but also injects humor into the situation. By suggesting that her back may have caused discomfort to the metaphorical knife of betrayal, Rachel adds a layer of witty self-awareness that demonstrates her knack for sarcasm.

3. The One From Ross Geller

Although Ross is the king of awkwardness and, let's face it, questionable decision-making, he has never lagged behind when it comes to roasting his friends. In Season 6, he delivers a memorable and hilarious one-liner directed at Rachel when, amid the ups and downs of their relationship, Ross cleverly responds to a typical joke about his multiple marriages.

When the group admires Chandler's engagement ring, taking the opportunity to tease Ross, Rachel playfully echoes Phoebe's line, "You should know, you've bought like a billion of them!" Ross, quick with a comeback, shuts her down with a humorous, "Yeah, you didn't get one." Ouch.

4. The One From Phoebe Buffay

Known for her eccentricity and offbeat humor, Phoebe delivers one of her harshest insults on Friends during Season 8's The One With The Halloween Party. In this episode, Rachel generously gives out candy to a young girl who confesses her love to her. After Rachel admits that she gave away everything she had in exchange for a random "I love you" the always unpredictable Phoebe doesn't hold back and quips, "No wonder you're pregnant."

This unexpected and harsh comment is the kind of humor that sets Phoebe apart from the rest of the core, making fans appreciate her unique ability to deliver biting lines that catch everyone off guard.

5. The One From Monica Geller

In a classic Friends moment, season 5 shows Chandler trying to downplay his relationship with Monica, leading to a rift. Realizing his mistake, Chandler takes Ross and Joey's advice and attempts a grand apology by proposing to her in front of everyone.

Monica graciously declines, reclaiming responsibility for their relationship problems, and when Chandler admits to taking advice from the guys, Monica has no mercy for them, delivering the "Who? Two divorces and Joey" punchline. You should all take a look at Ross' face at this moment.

6. The One From Chandler Bing

In a hilarious moment from Season 10, Ross, attempting to get a spray tan, misunderstands when to stop tanning his front, resulting in four layers on the front and none on the back. Frustrated, Ross confronts Monica and Chandler about the tanning salon Monica recommended. Chandler, always quick with a witty remark, asks, "Was that place... the sun?" causing an embarrassed Ross to hide in his apartment.

In a classic Chandler move, he tricks Ross into opening the front door and takes a picture of him before making a quick getaway. Could Chandler’s jokes BE more sarcastic?