Having A-list celebrity members is said to be one of Scientology's greatest missions. With that, there are rumors Jennifer Aniston is interested in joining the religious belief because of the things she continuously hears about it.
A tabloid claimed that the Friends star is following the footsteps of other famed celebrities, like Tom Cruise and John Travolta, in joining the controversial religion. An alleged source said that the 50-year-old star didn't understand why people hate the practice.
The insider continued to say that Jennifer Aniston only heard good things about Scientology and the positive effects it brought to her non-famous friends. "She's been tempted to get involved over the years, but it was never possible due to various conflicts in her personal life," the tipster added. Now that there's no drama that holding The Morning Show star back, she's allegedly ready to see what Scientology is all about.
One of the conflicts that were reportedly holding her controlled her before was the 2015 anti-Scientology documentary that the cousin, Louis Theroux, of her ex-husband, Justin Theroux, produced. Jen allegedly had to put a stop to her interest in the religion and only continue on the right time after Louis revealed the dangers of joining the group.
Now that Jennifer Aniston is all ready to begin a new chapter in her life, and Scientology looks more appealing, she's prepared to dive in. The source added that she has an incredibly open mind and interested in "dipping her toe in the water" and see for herself what's so attractive about it. She also wants to know where Scientology will take her.
Gossip Cop debunked this story as it was only based on the words of an unknown source. Jennifer Aniston's spokesperson also dismissed the story, saying it was absurd. Her rep even confirmed that their client has no interest in joining Scientology.
Currently, Scientology has high-profile celebrity members. Aside from Tom Cruise and John Travolta, Kirstie Alley and Elizabeth Moss are also part of it, per Hot New Hip Hop.
Scientology has a controversial reputation due to its questionable practices. Business Insider reported that one of its main goals is to have celebrity members. Former high-ranking Scientology executive assigned to the religion's Celebrity Center Amy Scobee said that the belief concentrates on "collecting celebrities."
Their objective is to make famous celebrities "walking success stories of Scientology." Former member Leah Remini revealed that the Church of Scientology is a business, and just like other businesses, it likes to have a celebrity to make it sell.
