JENNIFER ANISTON suffered through a terrifying breast cancer nightmare after two of her closest gal plas were diagnosed with the killer disease. AND NOW Jen's fighting back!
The former "Friends" star went through every step of the agonizing cancer battles with stricken pals Sheryl Crow and Christina Applegate – and she is now honoring their struggles by directing a short drama for Lifetime Movie Network's "Project Five," a five-part series that charts the impact of cancer on people's lives.
"Jen was devastated by the twin tragedies that struck Sheryl and Christina," revealed a source.
"It hit her really hard when they both got sick, and she felt every horrifying emotion along with her friends.
"Their cancer battles made Jen see life in a totally different light.
"After they both were rocked with cancer diagnoses, Jen started think ing, 'It could have been me!'
"Jen was moved by the bravery both women demonstrated as they waged war on the disease.
"She's been hunting for a great directing project, so she decided to seize on the topic of cancer because she believes she can make a difference and inspire others who are coping with the disease.
"She's sick of making silly romantic comedies and wants to dive into a serious project that will have lasting value and that could potentially save lives. By making this TV movie, Jen is giving a voice to millions who have waged silent battles against cancer."
Jennifer's cancer project for Lifetime will partner her with Demi Moore and singer Alicia Keys, who are also directing episodes in the series.
"Our hope with 'Project Five' is to entertain, inform and inspire dialogue, research and prevention," Jen says.
"We want these films to move people and empower those affected by breast cancer to stand tall through this challenge, which impacts all of our lives, no matter who we are."
Jen's activism in the name of her friends should come as no surprise, the friend adds.
