John Aniston (born Yannis Anastassakis on July 24, 1933) is a Greek-American actor and the father of actress Jennifer Aniston.
Father of Jennifer Aniston and Alexander
Former father-in-law of Brad Pitt
Speaks fluent Greek and Spanish.
He has acted in over 40 theatrical productions including his debut in the Broadway musical "Little Mary Sunshine" and the Hollywood production of Arthur Miller (I)'s "Death of a Salesman".
Graduated from Penn State University with a BA in Theater Arts.
Served in the US Navy as an intelligence officer on active duty in Panama and later in the reserves attaining the rank of Lieutenant Commander.
Best friend was Telly Savalas, who was also daughter Jennifer Aniston's godfather.
According to the DVD commentary from the first season of "Mary Tyler Moore" (1970), he was supposed to play the role of Ted Baxter before Ted Knight (I) was found.
Ex-stepfather of John T. Melick.
Son of "Yiayia" Joanna Aniston.
Has a sister, Mary Aniston.
