When we think of Friends, the names Ross, Rachel, Joey, Phoebe, Chandler and Monica likely come to mind. Yet devoted fans will also remember the stellar cast of recurring characters that rounded out the iconic sitcom. Over its 10-season run, the show introduced some great acquaintances, lovers, and relatives of the core crew, including Morgan Fairchild's Nora Bing. Chandler’s mom is introduced about halfway through Season 1, but Fairchild was actually first introduced to the late Matthew Perry long before becoming his TV mother.
By the time Fairchild stepped onto the Friends set in 1994, she was already a household name due to her many appearances in popular ‘80s primetime soaps like Falcon Crest and Search For Tomorrow. So it was a huge deal for the NBC sitcom to nab a big name like Fairchild to guest star as Chandler’s mom, famous erotica author Nora Bing. The Concrete Cowboys actress recently told People why she decided to sign on:
