
Matthew Perry, Beloved "Friends" Actor, Dies at 51
Matthew Perry, the beloved actor who played Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom "Friends," died on February 19, 2023, at the age of 51. His death was confirmed by his publicist, who said that he passed away peacefully in his sleep at home.<span></span>Perry was born on August 19, 1971, in Williamstown, Massachusetts. He began his acting career in the late 1980s with appearances on shows like "Second Chance" and "Growing Pains." In 1994, he landed the role of Chandler Bing on "Friends," which would make him a household name.<span></span>"Friends" ran for 10 seasons and was one of the most popular sitcoms of all time. Perry's portrayal of Chandler Bing was beloved by fans for his sarcastic wit and dry sense of humor.<span></span>After "Friends" ended in 2004, Perry continued to act in films and television shows. He starred in the sitcom "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" and had recurring roles on shows like "The Good Wife" and "Cougar Town."<span></span>In recent years, Perry had been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health. He published a memoir in 2011 titled "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing," in which he detailed his battle with alcoholism and addiction to prescription drugs.<span></span>Perry's death is a loss to the world of entertainment and to his many fans. He was a talented actor who brought joy to millions of people through his work.