The passing of Matthew Perry has left his former castmate and friend, Matt LeBlanc, heartbroken. Known for his role as the witty Chandler Bing in the beloved TV show Friends, Perry struggled with alcohol and drug abuse for many years. However, at the time of his sudden passing on October 28, he was sober. Perry was found in the hot tub of his LA home, and the exact cause of death is yet to be revealed, although first responders have stated that he died from drowning. No illegal drugs were found at the scene.

During the ten years of filming Friends, Perry and the rest of the cast developed a deep bond both on and off-screen, making his loss even more devastating for his co-stars. In a joint statement, the rest of the cast expressed their grief and described Perry as more than just a castmate; they considered him family. They asked for time to grieve and process this unimaginable loss and extended their thoughts and love to Perry’s family, friends, and fans worldwide. The cast attended Perry’s funeral, and he was laid to rest at Forest Memorial Park in Los Angeles. The impact of Perry’s comedic genius, as highlighted by Warner Bros., will forever be felt around the world, ensuring his legacy lives on in the hearts of many.

Despite his fame in the world of film, Perry wanted to be remembered for more than his career. He wanted people to remember him as someone who provided help to others battling addiction, just as he did. In his memoir, Perry emphasized the importance of being able to assist someone struggling with addiction when they asked for help. He saw it as the best thing about him and hoped it would be the first thing mentioned when he passed away.

Perry’s struggle with addiction was known to his Friends co-stars, as he faced it during some of the seasons they were filming together. He acknowledged their understanding and patience, grateful for their support during his time of need. Matt LeBlanc, one of Perry’s closest friends both on and off the set, posted a heartfelt tribute following his passing. LeBlanc shared five pictures capturing different moments he shared with Perry during their time on Friends. The final picture showed the entire cast embracing in a sentimental hug.

In his Instagram post, LeBlanc expressed his heavy heart and bid farewell to Perry. He described their time together as some of the favorite moments of his life and expressed his gratitude for being able to call Perry his friend. LeBlanc promised to always remember Perry and never forget the impact he had on his life. He encouraged Perry to now spread his wings and fly freely. In true Joey fashion, LeBlanc added a lighthearted joke, mentioning the 20 dollars Perry owed him.

The news of Perry’s passing brought an outpouring of condolences, with many emphasizing the genuine friendship between Perry and LeBlanc. Friends, family, and fans have been deeply moved by LeBlanc’s farewell message and the special bond shared by the cast of Friends.

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