The Hollywood industry and fans around the world are mourning the loss of actor Matthew Perry, famous for his role as Chandler Bing in the iconic series Friends. The interpreter died on Saturday, October 28 at the age of 54.
The news was confirmed by several American media and detailed by the Los Angeles Times, which cited police sources who revealed that Perry was found dead in a jacuzzi at his Los Angeles residence. The authorities arrived at his house around 4:00 p.m. local time and confirmed the tragic news when he found him not breathing.
The Los Angeles Police Department, in charge of robberies and homicides, has stated that no signs of criminal activity were found at the scene, although they continue to investigate the circumstances of his death.
The entertainment world has poured out tributes and displays of affection towards Perry. Among them, Maggie Wheeler, who played Janice, Chandler's on-again, off-again girlfriend on Friends, has shared an emotional message on Instagram, remembering the joy Perry brought to so many lives. "What a loss. The world will miss you," she has written.
Morgan Fairchild, who played Chandler's mother in the famous series, has also expressed her pain at the loss of her "son" on screen through the X platform, expressing her shock at the untimely death of the talented actor: " My heart is broken".
Additionally, Laura Benanti, Perry's co-star on the NBC sitcom Go On that aired from 2012 to 2013, has paid tribute to him on Instagram, describing him as generous, brilliant and an unparalleled talent. "What a devastating loss. May the memory of him be a blessing," she posted.
The tributes have continued from other co-stars such as Laura Benanti and Shannen Doherty, who have recalled anecdotes they experienced with Perry during their participation in Beverly Hills 90210 in 1991, highlighting the lasting friendship they shared. Valerie Bertinelli and Wendell Pierce have also expressed their condolences and have highlighted the actor's kindness and talent.
