“Friends” Star Matthew Perry Dies Aged 54 – POPSUGAR Australia

Matthew Perry, of “Friends” fame, has died at the too young age of 54. 

According to a law enforcement officer, Perry drowned in his Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles home on October 28. However, there was an attempt to save his life. At 4.07PM, a 911 call was dialled on behalf of Perry. This call was classified as a water rescue emergency. 

As it stands, sources are claiming that Perry drowned in his hot tub. There is no indication of foul play. Additionally, no cause of death has been announced. 

On social media, numerous actors have commented on the fact that Matthew Perry has died. Most of these posts are in the form of tributes.

“…We Are Devastated”

“I’m so very sad to hear about Matthew Perry,” wrote the actor Paget Brewster. “He was lovely to me on Friends and every time I saw him in the decades after. Please read his book. It was his legacy to help. He won’t rest in peace though. He’s already too busy making everyone laugh up there.”

Additionally, Meredith Salenger wrote, “Matthew and I have known each other since we were 16 years old. Oh man. No words. Rest in peace.”

Even the Friends’ social media account has made a statement. 

“We are devastated to learn of Matthew Perry’s passing,” “Friends” asserted. “He was a true gift to us all. Our heart goes out to his family, loved ones, and all of his fans.”

Besides “Friends”, Perry starred in some other classic television programmes and films. These include “The Kennedys: After Camelot”, “The Good Wife”, and “17 Again”.

In 2022, Perry published a book called “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir”. This book details his childhood, struggles with addiction, and time on the sitcom “Friends”. 

This article was originally published on The Latch. Click here to read the original.

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