Matthew Perry, the beloved actor who played Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom Friends, died at the age of 54 on Saturday, October 28, 2023. He was found unresponsive in a hot tub at his home in Los Angeles, California, by emergency responders who were called for a water rescue.
The cause of Perry’s death is still unknown and has been deferred pending further investigation by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office. An autopsy and toxicology tests are expected to take several weeks to complete. There were no obvious signs of trauma or foul play, according to the police.
Perry’s family and friends are heartbroken by his tragic loss and have expressed their gratitude for the outpouring of love and support from his fans around the world. Perry was candid about his struggles with addiction and mental health issues and dedicated himself to helping others in recovery. He was also a talented writer and producer who published a memoir in 2022 titled Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir.
Perry will be remembered as one of the most iconic and hilarious actors of his generation, who brought joy and laughter to millions of people through his unforgettable role as Chandler Bing on Friends. The show, which ran from 1994 to 2004, was one of the most popular and influential TV series of all time. Perry also starred in other films and TV shows, such as The Whole Nine Yards, 17 Again, The Odd Couple, and The Good Fight.