Matthew Perry is best known for bringing the lovable goof Chandler Bing on Friendsto life. In the last few years, the actor has been vocal about his struggles with addiction. In November 2022, Perry released a memoir entitled Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir.
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In his memoir, Matthew Perry details the traumatic experience of when his colon ruptured due to his opioid abuse. He revealed that he was in a coma for 2 weeks and then remained months in hospital. In total, Perry needed 14 surgeries to repair the abominable damage caused by drugs.
Sadly, it has been announced that Matthew Perry was found dead at his Los Angeles apartment. Matthew Perry was only 54 years old. Here’s what we know so far.
Matthew Perry died at the age of 54
Matthew Perry has died at the age of 54. As reported by CNN, the Los Angeles Police is investigating the actor’s death. Los Angeles Fire Department spokesman Brian Humphrey revealed to CNN that a call to 911 had been logged at 4:07 p.m. for a water rescue emergency. However, it was not specified what body of water it was.
Matthew Perry reportedly died in a drowning accident at his LA home on Saturday, October 28, as per the Los Angeles Times. A source has revealed that the Los Angeles Police Department Robbery-Homicide Division is investigating the death, but there is no suspected foul play at the moment.
Loving tributes for Matthew Perry
After the sad news was announced, the tributes quickly grew on social media. In a statement to CNN, Warner Bros. Television Group said:
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.
On Matthew Perry’s last Instagram post, people have been sending messages of love. Sean Maguire wrote:
You will be forever missed. Heartbroken. Rest in peace.
Perry fans also paid tribute:
rest in peace ❤️ thank you for being apart of my comfort show
So incredibly sad 😞 this man was so talented and being so vulnerable with the sadness and pain he had in his life .. Condolences to his family and his Friends ❤️
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CNN: ‘Matthew Perry, ‘Friends’ star, dead at 54’
