On October 29, 2023, the world lost a beloved comedian and actor: Matthew Perry passed away at the age of 54. According to an NBC News report, Perry was discovered dead on Saturday after showing up to drown in a hot tub or jacuzzi at his Los Angeles home. Perry was best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the iconic sitcom Friends, but he had a long and successful career in Hollywood.
RIP Matthew Perry
Perry was born in Williamstown, Massachusetts, in 1969. He began his acting career at a young age, appearing in commercials and television shows. In 1994, he landed the role of Chandler Bing on Friends, and the show quickly became a hit. Perry played the sarcastic and self-deprecating Chandler for 10 seasons, and the character became one of the most popular on television.
In addition to his work on Friends, Perry also starred in a number of films, including Fools Rush In (1998), Three to Tango (1999), and 17 Again (2009). He also appeared on Broadway in several productions, including The Odd Couple and The Sunshine Boys.
Perry was open about his struggles with addiction and mental health throughout his life. He checked into rehab several times, and he was a vocal advocate for addiction treatment and recovery. In 2016, he published a memoir titled Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, in which he candidly discussed his struggles with addiction and depression.
Despite his challenges, Perry was a talented comedian and actor who brought joy to millions of people around the world. His work on Friends remains popular today, and he is remembered as one of the funniest and most relatable actors on television.
