Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit television show Friends, has died at the age of 54. The news of his death prompted an outpouring of grief and tributes from his former Friends castmates and fans around the world. Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer released a joint statement expressing their deep sadness and called Perry a "beloved and cherished member of our family". They described him as an incredibly talented and wonderful person, and expressed their love and support for his family during this difficult time.
Perry's ex-fiancée, Molly Hurwitz, also shared a heartfelt tribute to the late actor. She described him as a "beautiful, funny, and complicated soul" and expressed her profound sadness at the loss. Hurwitz was spotted for the first time following Perry's death, looking visibly upset.
Perry's death was also met with shock and sadness from fans and fellow celebrities worldwide. Many took to social media to share their condolences and memories of the actor. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who is a fan of Friends, tweeted that Perry's death was a "terrible loss" and praised his "unforgettable performances". Musician Charlie Puth also paid tribute to Perry, saying he was a "brilliant actor".
In addition to the tributes, Perry's death led to a surge in sales of his memoir, "The Woman in Me," and a spike in streaming for Friends. Fans gathered at the iconic TV show apartment in New York City to honor Perry's memory.
Perry's struggle with addiction was well-known, and he had been open about his battle with substance abuse in the past. He had credited his role on Friends with helping him through his recovery. Tributes reflected on Perry's legacy of resilience and his ability to bring joy and laughter to millions of people around the world.
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