19 Reasons Phoebe Buffay from F.R.I.E.N.D.S is one of the weirdest characters across sitcoms

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F.R.I.E.N.D.S (1994–2004) | Image Source: Warner Bros. Television

1. Her Unusual Childhood

Phoebe Buffay was far from having a normal childhood. She grew up on the streets, where she learned to take care of herself early on-sometimes even mugging people to survive. Her past is sad yet funny at the same time-from being abandoned by her mother to being raised by her grandmother. To make matters worse, Phoebe has a twin sister, Ursula, who is her total opposite, sometimes ignoring her in the most dramatic ways. This bizarre opening act set the stage for Phoebe's quirky personality, making her one of the most iconic characters in sitcom history.