Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit TV show "Friends," passed away at the age of 54. His death was confirmed by his representative and law enforcement, who found him at his home in Pacific Palisades after an apparent drowning. The news of Perry's death devastated his former co-stars and friends. His five main co-stars from "Friends," Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer, released a joint statement expressing their grief and emphasizing their close bond as a family. The official "Friends" Instagram account also posted a tribute, describing Perry as a true gift to all. The creators and executive producer of the show also shared their shock and sorrow, remembering Perry as a brilliant talent and the funniest person in the room. Several other celebrities who worked with Perry shared their heartfelt tributes. Gwyneth Paltrow, who met Perry in 1993 and shared a memorable summer with him, expressed her sadness and wished him peace. Maggie Wheeler, who played Janice on "Friends," remembered Perry as an incredibly generous actor with impeccable comedic timing. Other co-stars, including Kathleen Turner, Paget Brewster, Salma Hayek, and Adele, also paid tribute to Perry, remembering his talent and the joy he brought to their lives. The loss of Matthew Perry deeply affected his friends and fans around the world. Yvette Nicole Brown, who worked with Perry on "The Odd Couple," described him as a comedic genius and a sweetheart of a man. Shannen Doherty shared funny stories from her friendship with Perry and expressed her shock and sadness. Ian Ziering, Ellen DeGeneres, Valerie Bertinelli, Mira Sorvino, Selma Blair, Rumer Willis, Justin Trudeau, and D.L. Hughley also shared their condolences and memories of Perry. Matthew Perry's death has left a void in the entertainment world, but his memory and the laughter he brought will live on.
