Ross Geller: From Nice Guy to Not-So-Nice Guy and Back Again
As fans of the iconic sitcom Friends know, Ross Geller's character underwent quite a transformation throughout the show's 10 seasons.
In the beginning, Ross was portrayed as a divorced, awkward and geeky older brother to Monica, with a secret crush on his childhood friend Rachel. He was also a single dad trying to navigate the dating world and was generally seen as the nice guy of the group.
However, in season 3, we started to see a different side of Ross. He became selfish, manipulative, and needy, often coming across as whiny and entitled. He would frequently belittle his friends and act as though he was superior to them because of his Ph.D. and his feelings for Rachel.
Despite the fact that Rachel was not interested in him and had moved on to other relationships, Ross couldn't let go of his feelings for her. He would constantly try to interfere in her love life and manipulate situations to try and win her back. This behavior made him come across as a jealous and possessive jerk.
As the show progressed, Ross's actions only became more selfish and hurtful. He would often put his own desires above the well-being of his friends, and his actions would often lead to conflict and tension within the group.
"The thing is, is that he should have been an enjoyable character. I liked scenes with Monica and their family. I really liked the scene with Ross and his father when they talked about being fathers, and I liked how obsessed he was with his job. It's just when it was about him and Rachel he became insufferable," one of the Ross fans admitted.
Despite his flaws, Ross's character did undergo some positive changes as the show went on. He eventually learned to let go of his obsession with Rachel and moved on to other relationships.
Overall, Ross's character arc on Friends was a fascinating one. It's rare to see a character go from being the nice guy to a selfish and manipulative jerk, and then ultimately grow and change for the better. It's a testament to the writing on the show, and to David Schwimmer 's portrayal of the character.
"I liked Ross's lines, he was hilarious as hell but I didnt like that they made him so immensely insecure," another fan mentioned.
In the end, Ross may have had his flaws, but he was still a beloved member of the Friends group. And despite his transformation, he will always be remembered as the goofy, lovable, and ultimately relatable character that fans fell in love with.