Before his death, Matthew Perry revealed the truth about Jennifer Aniston.
Matthew Perry, the beloved actor known for his unforgettable portrayal of Chandler Bing, brought happiness to countless individuals across the globe. Regrettably, despite his ability to bring laughter to others, he faced a challenging battle with addiction that he couldn’t overcome.
Perry openly discussed his battle with addiction in his memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, which was published last year. In addition, he shared some revealing truths about his co-star Jennifer Aniston.
Over the weekend, Perry was discovered unconscious in the hot tub at his residence in Los Angeles. The cause of his passing has not been determined and is currently under investigation.
The actor was born in 1969 to a Canadian mother and an American father. He first appeared in a movie in 1988, in the film A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon, where he acted alongside the late River Phoenix.
He also starred in other television series such as Growing Pains, Sydney alongside Valerie Bertinelli, and Beverly Hills, 90210.
In the popular TV show Friends, he achieved great success by portraying the witty and sarcastic character of Chandler Bing. He dedicated a decade of his career to this role, from 1994 to 2004.
Perry had leading roles in the 1997 romantic comedy Fools Rush In with Salma Hayek, and in 2000 and 2004 he starred alongside Bruce Willis in The Whole Nine Yards and its follow-up, The Whole Ten Yards.
Perry’s rise to stardom came with his role in the widely acclaimed TV series, Friends. However, alongside his newfound fame, he also began to struggle with alcohol abuse.
Perry admitted that he was able to manage the situation to some extent. However, as he reached the age of 34, he found himself deeply involved in various difficulties. Despite this, there were certain years during that period when he managed to stay sober. Surprisingly, it was during Season 9 that he remained completely sober, and coincidentally, it was also the season in which he received a nomination for the best actor award. This realization made him think, “This must mean something.”
In 2018, he experienced a serious health issue when he had to be admitted to the hospital due to a gastrointestinal perforation. He was in a coma for two weeks and had to stay in the hospital for five months.
Perry revealed to People that the medical professionals informed his family about his slim survival odds of just two percent. He was placed on an ECMO machine, a device that takes over the function of both the heart and lungs. This desperate measure is often referred to as a Hail Mary, as very few people manage to survive it.
Perry admitted multiple times that his addiction was known by the other members of the Friends cast, and they supported him because they were not only close while filming but also in real life.
They displayed great empathy and were extremely tolerant. Perry compared their support to the behavior of penguins in the wild. When a penguin falls ill or sustains a severe injury, the rest of the group gathers around it, providing assistance and encouragement. Similarly, the cast members rallied around Perry, offering their unwavering support until he was able to stand on his own again.
Despite the challenges, Jennifer Aniston remained a steadfast support for him. She maintained a strong connection with him throughout his highs and lows.
In an interview with Diane Sawyer in October 2022, he expressed his gratitude towards her, mentioning that she was the one who made the most effort to connect with him. He acknowledged her outreach and expressed his appreciation for it.
Aniston was the initial person to address his issues with alcohol consumption.
Sawyer mentioned that Jennifer had stated, “We are aware that you consume alcohol,” in reference to a disclosure made in Perry’s book.
Perry’s reply conveyed the intensity of the moment, emphasizing the fear that was experienced.
After Perry’s sad death, supporters placed bouquets in front of the Friends apartment building in West Village, Manhattan.
The actor’s family expressed their deep sadness in a statement.
Their statement expressed gratitude for the overwhelming amount of love and support they received, acknowledging Matthew’s role as both an actor and a friend who brought immense joy to the world.
Fans, coworkers, filmmakers, and other famous individuals honored the actor who passed away.
Rest in Peace, Matthew Perry.
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