The sudden passing of Matthew Perry, renowned for his role as Chandler Bing in the popular TV show 'Friends', has prompted heartfelt tributes from his co-stars and fans worldwide. Perry passed away unexpectedly at the age of 54 on October 28, 2023.
Jennifer Aniston, who played Rachel Green on the show, shared a touching tribute on her Instagram account. Her post included a photo of her and Perry, a screen grab of a text message he had sent her, and a video clip of a poignant scene between their characters on 'Friends'. The text message, as reported, encapsulated the close bond they shared.
David Schwimmer, known for his role as Ross Geller, also took to Instagram to express his grief and share memories of Perry. He thanked Perry for ten years of laughter and creativity, reflecting the camaraderie they shared on and off the set.
In addition to Aniston and Schwimmer, other 'Friends' cast members, including Matt LeBlanc and Courteney Cox, shared personal messages expressing their grief and remembering Perry's humor and kindness. The cast initially released a joint statement to PEOPLE magazine and later shared more detailed tributes on their personal social media accounts.
The creators of 'Friends' also expressed their sorrow, praising Perry's talent and his embodiment of the character Chandler Bing.
The cause of Perry's death is currently under investigation by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office, which is conducting a post-mortem examination with toxicology tests.