Gilmore Girls star Lauren Graham recently shared heartfelt memories of her close friendship with the late Matthew Perry, who tragically passed away at the age of 54. The two actors were rumored to have been in a relationship during the early 2000s. In her 2016 memoir, Talking As Fast As I Can, Graham fondly referred to Perry as “my longtime Friend Who I Almost But Never Exactly Dated, or FWIABNED.”
During a recent appearance on CBS Mornings, Graham, who portrayed Lorelai Gilmore in Gilmore Girls, looked back on Perry’s final year, describing it as a happy one. She spoke about how proud he was of the book he wrote, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,” and how many people it touched. The success of his book brought Perry a level of happiness that Graham hadn’t seen in him for a long time.
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Graham reminisced about the joy and laughter Perry brought into her life. She mentioned that nobody made her laugh as hard as he did, with tears streaming down her face. She described the tragedy of his loss and the beautiful work he leaves behind. She emphasized the significance of his book to him and how it contributed to a genuinely happy year for him.
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Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing, the king of sarcasm in Friends, was found dead in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home on October 28. The cause of his death remains inconclusive, as no signs of meth or fentanyl were found during an initial postmortem examination. Further tests are underway, and a conclusive update is not expected for “four to six months.”
Perry had been open about his struggles with drug and alcohol addiction. In his 2022 memoir, he candidly shared his journey towards sobriety. By June 2022, after 15 stints in rehab and therapy, he described himself as “pretty healthy” and expressed a strong motivation to help others facing similar challenges.
Recently, all five members of the core Friends cast paid tribute to their late co-star, sharing cherished memories of Perry. Lisa Kudrow, who portrayed the lovable and scatterbrained Phoebe, shared a never-before-seen Polaroid photo of herself and Perry on Instagram, completing the heartfelt tributes.
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If you or someone you know is struggling with alcohol addiction, confidential support is available. Contact the national alcohol helpline Drinkline at 0300 123 1110 or visit the NHS website for information about available programs.
For confidential help and support regarding drug addiction, reach out to Frank, available 24/7. You can call 0300 123 6600, text 82111, send an email, or visit their website.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration in the US can be reached at 1-800-662-HELP.
Matthew Perry’s impact on the entertainment industry, particularly in his roles in Friends and Gilmore Girls, will always be remembered, as will his bravery in sharing his personal struggles and journey towards recovery.
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