The issue of "Friends’" lack of diversity has reared its head again of late. 17 years after the iconic series aired its last episode on NBC, fans are still celebrating the infinitely quotable sitcom, but it’s hard even for its most loyal followers to overlook what is likely its harshest criticism. The cast and creators have responded in different ways over the years, including David Schwimmer’s defense of the series, and now Lisa Kudrow has weighed in with her own point of view.

Lisa Kudrow played the kooky Phoebe Buffay for "Friends’" 10 seasons, alongside her five also-white co-stars. When discussing the issue of the New York City-set sitcom lacking characters from other races and nationalities, and stories from more diverse perspectives, the actress told The Daily Beast that Marta Kauffman and David Crane had no place in telling POC stories, and she points out her own biggest issue with the discussion.