The cast of Friends is paying tribute to actor Matthew Perry, who died at the age of 54 this week.
Perry, who played Chandler Bean on the hit sitcom, was found unconscious at his home in Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon, according to multiple media outlets, including TMZ and the LA Times. His death has not yet been confirmed by deputies or family. The official cause of death has not been announced.
Warner Bros. In response to the news, the star released a statement: “We are deeply saddened by the passing of our dear friend Matthew Perry,” the statement read. “Matthew is an incredibly talented actor and Warner Bros. actor. He became an indelible member of the television group family. The impact of his comedic genius was felt around the world and his legacy lives on in the hearts of many. “It’s a heartbreaking day and we send our love to his family, loved ones and all his loyal fans.”
The actress, who played Chandler’s twin daughter Janice Hosenstein on the sitcom for 10 seasons, posted a photo from the show of her and Perry holding hands. “What a waste,” he wrote. “The world will miss him, Matthew Perry. The joy you brought to so many in your too short life continues. I feel blessed for every creative moment we share. ♥️\”
I’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
Fairchild, who plays Chandler’s mother on the sitcom, shared a photo from the sitcom episode “Monica and Chandler’s Wedding.”
“I am heartbroken by the sudden death of my ‘son’, Matthew Perry. The death of such a remarkable young actor is very shocking. Our love and condolences to friends and family, especially his father, John Bennett Perry, with whom he worked on Flamingo Road and Falcon Crest. #RIPMatthew\”
