Gina Heslop
Matthew Perry, the beloved actor known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the hit TV show Friends, was laid to rest at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles. The burial took place not far from the Warner Bros. Studios where he filmed the beloved series. Friends co-stars, including Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer, attended the funeral to bid their final farewell to their dear friend.
Matthew Perry’s passing marked a tragic loss in the world of entertainment. He was found dead in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home on October 28 at the age of 54. He is survived by his parents, John Bennett Perry and Suzanne Morrison.
Perry’s death deeply affected his Friends co-stars, who released a joint statement on October 30. They described themselves as more than just castmates, emphasizing that they were a family. The statement expressed their profound grief and the need to take time to process the loss. It also conveyed its condolences to Perry’s family, friends, and all those who loved him worldwide.
Matthew Perry had been candid about his struggles with addiction in his 2022 memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and The Big Terrible Thing.” He expressed his desire not to be solely remembered for his acting or his role as Chandler Bing. Instead, he wished to be remembered for his ability to help others dealing with addiction.
Perry’s hope was realized posthumously with the creation of the Matthew Perry Foundation on November 3. The foundation is dedicated to supporting those grappling with substance abuse, continuing his life’s mission of making a difference in the lives of those affected by addiction. It serves as a tribute to his enduring commitment to helping others and seeks to honor his legacy, guided by his own words and experiences.
Matthew Perry’s passing was a great loss, not only for his family and friends but also for his fans around the world. He will be remembered for his remarkable talent and, thanks to the foundation established in his name, for his dedication to helping those in need of support and recovery from addiction.
