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The internet mourns beloved 'Friends' star Matthew Perry
Actor Matthew Perry died on Saturday, at the age of 54. Credit: Phillip Faraone / Getty Images for GQ |
Actor Matthew Perry, a sitcom legend, died on Saturday, Oct. 28, at the age of 54. Perry was found unresponsive in a hot tub at his home, the Los Angeles Times reports, and his cause of death is still under investigation.
Known most prominently for his 10-season long run on broadcast television behemoth Friends, Perry is often considered a '90s icon. He had a decades-long career in television, appearing in shows like ABC's Mr. Sunshine, and hit a movie stride in the 2000s (he previously said his best role was in the Salma Hayek-led rom-com Fools Rush In). But his most recent headline-making appearances have been more personal, including the 2022 release of his memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing."
Many fans directly connected Perry's death to the loss of his most famous character, Friends' dry-witted Chandler Bing, and the cultural (and personal) importance the role has assumed with age — the announcement prompted some fans to place flowers outside of the West Village apartment that acted as the exterior view of the Friends apartment.
"Watching friends for the first time and falling in love with chandler bing is something i will forever hold dearly. one of the best characters on television, and one of the best actors to play it. im beyond distraught. matthew perry was too young. this is heartbreaking," wrote X user @svlmonskinrolls.
But others, including fellow actors and performers, remembered the actor for his openness about addiction and recovery, and his later-in-life commitment to helping others in their own journey towards sobriety. Perry opened the now-closed Perry House in 2013, a sober living facility for men based in his own Malibu, California home.
In a 2022 profile with GQ, Perry said he felt compelled to write his book following a decade of attempts at sobriety. "There has to be some reason why I’m still here, having done all of this crazy stuff, and I came to the conclusion it’s to write a book that will help people who are going through the same thing that I am, or did."
Singer Adele paid tribute to Perry while on stage in Las Vegas. "He was so open with his struggles with addiction and sobriety, which I think is incredibly, incredibly brave. I just wanna say how much I love what he did for all of us," the star told the crowd.
"Please read his book," wrote fellow TV actor Paget Brewster. "It was his legacy to help. He won’t rest in peace though.. He’s already too busy making everyone laugh up there."
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau shared his condolences, noting the two's history as former classmates. "Matthew Perry’s passing is shocking and saddening. I’ll never forget the schoolyard games we used to play, and I know people around the world are never going to forget the joy he brought them. Thanks for all the laughs, Matthew. You were loved – and you will be missed."
"The best thing about me, bar none, is that if somebody comes to me and says, 'I can't stop drinking, can you help me?' I can say 'yes' and follow up and do it," said Perry in a 2022 interview with podcaster Tom Power. "When I die, I don't want Friends to be the first thing that's mentioned. I want that to be the first thing that's mentioned. And I'm gonna live the rest of my life proving that."
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It’s an extremely sad news . He was a good actor . I loved him in friends , i loved him in 9 feed under and in the birds of america and in numb and many other films he played role in ………. 😞😞 may his soul
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ReplyDeleteIts really so sad. Watching friends will always feel a little different now
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ReplyDeleteI’m terribly saddened to hear the news of Mathew Perry’s passing. Friends was such a great show and he was so key to its success. He sadly struggled with addiction. Like many of us. Rest in peace my friend.
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How a person can move the whole world. Thanks for the memories ❤️👏🏽
ReplyDeleteHe will be missed 😓
ReplyDeleteFriends is my therapy. When I'm sad, bored, happy, angry, scared, ANYTHING!! ;
ReplyDeleteAnd Chandler was IT!!
I just lost a friend
I have to agree. Friends was always my sun shine on a dark day.
ReplyDeleteNever met him, but i feel like i lost a friend! , I will never be able to watch friends the same way.
ReplyDeletereal! i related to chandler so much he was/is my favorite “friend”
ReplyDeleteI had just moved schools when I got into the show believe me it help alot getting home before I made any friends sitting on the couch with an hour of friends 😔❤️
ReplyDeleteRest in Peace to Matthew Perry (1969-2023) as Chandler Bing
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I really enjoyed watching the "MsMojo: Top 10 Unforgettable Monica and Chandler Moments" video and "MsMojo; Top 10 Janice & Chandler Moments on Friends" video
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I still can't believe he's passed away. 💔
ReplyDeleteRIP, Matthew Perry.
ReplyDeleteSo many great memories that will live on for generations!
He lowkey made the show honestly. Like he was the stem of it. 🥺
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ReplyDeleteI couldn’t agree more , Matthew you will be missed 💔💔😭😭😔
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ReplyDeleteI feel this so much.....friends was my comfort on those horrible days too, chandler was my favorite character and somehow I felt like I knew them all. 💙💙💙💙
ReplyDeleteFriends give a different meaning to the months we seek solace in their character of life.
ReplyDeleteI will never forget the tears that were wiped away with Chandler's jokes
Same. Anytime I needed a “pick-me-up”, whether a bad day at work or a personal issue, Chandler and his Friends were always there….😢
ReplyDeleteFriends were my Friends when i needed Friends the most. Later, they became my daughter's. Today, my daughter messaged me that our Friend is gone. 💔
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ReplyDeleteVery sad. I hope Matthew is at peace now
ReplyDeleteMy daughter had that show during her dark days too♥️
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ReplyDelete🖤😭RIP Chandler Bing...
ReplyDeleteChandler Bing was my best friend who has helped me go through the worst period of my life. I still watch Friends when Im sad, but I know it's not gonna be same as before after Matthew's death. Rest in peace my friend, you was a true friend to me..
ReplyDeleteFriends is meaningful to our generation.
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ReplyDeleteI loved him so much. Friends is my favorite show.
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ReplyDeleteRemember all the things he did for addicts though too, he opened a rehab in Malibu for men and he changed so many lives through that and also just sharing his story! He was so much more than Chandler Bing. ❤️
ReplyDeleteHis death made me so sad last night. His Chandler character was the best character in the Friends show, indeed. Such a funny man….
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ReplyDeleteRIP Matthew Perry..
Gone too soon.
Rest in Peace my friend.
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ReplyDelete❤️🙏🏻 Rest In Peace, Matthew Perry.
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ReplyDeleteSame story with Robin Williams. Made everyone else laugh despite hurting so much on the inside himself 😢
ReplyDeleteHelping others was how he wanted to be remembered.
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ReplyDeleteThanks Matthew for everything you did to help other people.
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ReplyDeleteI grew up with the Friends and I’m absolutely devastated by Matthew’s loss. He was so incredibly talented & never forgot his Canadian roots. I’m glad he was able to find sobriety later in life - and to help those who needed him the most! May the Perry House live on as his legacy!
ReplyDeleteRIP Matthew 💜
ReplyDeleteI don’t know him as anything other than Chandler Bing, but I KNOW he must’ve been a great actor. 💛
ReplyDeleteSad. Seemed like a good dude that couldn't fight off his demons. Addiction sucks
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ReplyDeleteWas low key hoping his middle name would be Muriel
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