Gwyneth Paltrow, Justin Trudeau, and More Remember Matthew Perry
Matthew Perry.Matthew Perry, best known for his role as the charmingly sarcastic Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom Friends, died at the age of 54 on October 28. According to the L.A. Times, the actor was found unresponsive in the hot tub of his Los Angeles home in an apparent drowning incident. Warner Bros. Television Group, who produced Friends, released a statement reacting to Perry’s death: “We are devastated by the passing of our dear friend Matthew Perry. Matthew was an incredibly gifted actor and an indelible part of the Warner Bros. Television Group family. The impact of his comedic genius was felt around the world, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of so many. This is a heartbreaking day, and we send our love to his family, his loved ones, and all of his devoted fans.” Following the news of his death, Perry’s peers took to social media to pay tribute to the late actor, lauding his comedic talent and bravery in sharing his struggles with addiction.
The main Friends group released a joint statement mourning the “unfathomable loss” of their castmate Perry. Other members of the Friends family have reacted to the news. Maggie Wheeler, who played Chandler’s on-again, off-again girlfriend Janice on Friends, posted a photo of them together on set, with the caption, “What a loss. The world will miss you Mathew Perry . The joy you brought to so many in your too short lifetime will live on.” Selma Blair, who guest-starred in one episode in 2002, wrote, “My oldest boy friend. All of us loved Matthew Perry, and I did especially. Every day. I loved him unconditionally. And he me. And I’m broken. Broken hearted. Sweet dreams Matty. Sweet dreams.” Director James Burrows, who helmed 15 episodes of Friends, including its pilot, simply said, “Nobody did it better.”
Canadian prime minister Justin Trudeau, who attended elementary school with Perry in Ottawa, posted, “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.” Below, find tributes of Perry from his co-stars, fans, and friends.
View this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramMatthew 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.
— Justin Trudeau (@JustinTrudeau) October 29, 2023I was so lucky to be in this photo and more lucky still to have been a part of such an amazing cast. My first big job. Everyone was so kind and I made an utter ass of myself in front of my sitcom hero, @MatthewPerry. He was kind, genuine, offered advice and inspired confidence.… pic.twitter.com/YouwnuZAzD
— Sterling Knight (@SterlingKnight) October 29, 2023Saddened to learn about the passing of Matthew Perry, one of Ottawa’s proudest sons and 𝑡ℎ𝑒 biggest hockey fan ♥️ 🕊️ pic.twitter.com/DLmGNx3xdZ
— Ottawa Senators (@Senators) October 29, 2023 View this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramI’m so very sad to hear about @MatthewPerry. He was lovely to me on Friends and every time I saw him in the decades after. Please read his book. It was his legacy to help. He won’t rest in peace though.. He’s already too busy making everyone laugh up there.
— paget brewster (@pagetpaget) October 29, 2023Our #OddCouple family suffered a great loss today. The entire entertainment world has. I am too sad about the news to say more than this: @mattyperry4 was a sweetheart who deserved more peace in this life. 54 is too young to go. We love you, Matty! #RIPMatthewPerry 💔 pic.twitter.com/oUG7UQAHDz
— yvette nicole brown (@YNB) October 29, 2023 View this post on InstagramI’m heartbroken about the untimely death of my “son”, Matthew Perry. The loss of such a brilliant young actor is a shock. I’m sending love & condolences to his friends & family, especially his dad, John Bennett Perry, who I worked with on Flamingo Road & Falcon Crest. #RIPMatthew pic.twitter.com/QWMsBVJEAr
— Morgan Fairchild (@morgfair) October 29, 2023 View this post on InstagramIn The Whole Nine Yards - Matthew Perry runs full force into a patio door - that and the scene that followed is one of the top comedic moments I’ve witnessed.
I told him so when I recurred on The Odd Couple. He smiled so big I thought he’d crack his face
It was beautiful
— Lisa Ann Walter (@LisaAnnWalter) October 29, 2023 View this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramView this post on InstagramAdele paused her Vegas show to pay tribute to Matthew Perry on Saturday night.
Around Hollywood, Selma Blair, Mira Sorvino and more posted tributes to the “Friends” star on social media. Here’s what they had to say: https://t.co/A8aRhRLKZ0#SNL #Friends #ChandlerBing pic.twitter.com/Zv89QAQAdR
— Los Angeles Times (@latimes) October 29, 2023Matthew was also the best shoulder to lean on.
— Thomas Lennon (@thomaslennon) October 29, 2023I’m heartbroken about the untimely death of my “son”, Matthew Perry. The loss of such a brilliant young actor is a shock. I’m sending love & condolences to his friends & family, especially his dad, John Bennett Perry, who I worked with on Flamingo Road & Falcon Crest. #RIPMatthew pic.twitter.com/QWMsBVJEAr
— Morgan Fairchild (@morgfair) October 29, 2023This post has been updated throughout with tributes.
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