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CBS News/ October 16, 2012, 2:23 PM

Jennifer Aniston tears up while talking engagement on "Chelsea Lately"

Jennifer Aniston attends the 40th AFI Life Achievement Award honoring Shirley MacLaine held at Sony Pictures Studios on June 7, 2012, in Culver City, Calif.

Jennifer Aniston attends the 40th AFI Life Achievement Award honoring Shirley MacLaine held at Sony Pictures Studios on June 7, 2012, in Culver City, Calif. / Christopher Polk

Jennifer Aniston got emotional during an appearance on "Chelsea Lately" while talking about her recent engagement to Justin Theroux.

"I just got verklempt," the actress said, wiping away tears after host Chelsea Handler brought up the topic.

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Handler also shared some kind words for her friend.

"He's the greatest guy ever," she told Aniston. "You guys make the greatest couple ever. And I'm so happy for you too."

Aniston, 42, and Theroux, 41, an actor-screenwriter, got engaged in August after dating for more than a year.

Watch part of the "Chelsea Lately" interview below:


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nohater says:
it won't last if they marry. most marriages don't make it as it is today. if they're still married in 30 years it will be a flaming miracle. 42, 41 means 72 and 71 so no way they stay married for a long time.
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