Matthew Perry, the iconic actor renowned for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit TV show “Friends,” has tragically passed away at the age of 54. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently under investigation by the Los Angeles Police Department Robbery-Homicide Division, though no foul play is suspected at this time.
Perry’s demise occurred in an apparent drowning accident at his Los Angeles residence on a fateful Saturday, as reported by law enforcement sources cited by the Los Angeles Times.
In response to this heartbreaking loss, Warner Bros. Television Group expressed their grief, emphasizing Perry’s immense talent and the global impact of his comedic genius. They conveyed their condolences to his family, loved ones, and devoted fans.
The incident unfolded when the Los Angeles Fire Department received a 911 call for a water rescue emergency at 4:07 p.m. While it remains uncertain which body of water was involved, the details are still emerging.
Matthew Perry’s portrayal of Chandler Bing on “Friends,” alongside Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer, Jennifer Aniston, and Lisa Kudrow, left an indelible mark on television history. The show’s cast became inseparable off-screen, negotiating together to become some of the highest-paid actors in television at the time.
Perry’s success on “Friends” propelled his career, leading to roles in notable films such as “Fools Rush In” (1997), “Almost Heroes” (1998), and “The Whole Nine Yards” (2000). While “Friends” remains his most iconic TV series, Perry also starred in other shows like “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip,” “Mr. Sunshine,” and “The Odd Couple.”
In November 2022, he published a memoir titled “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir.” In this candid account, Perry disclosed his struggles with opioid abuse, which resulted in a life-threatening colon rupture at the age of 49.
He shared his arduous journey, including multiple surgeries and rehab stints, in the hope of overcoming his addiction.
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