Matthew Perry obituary, 1969-2023

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Matthew Perry

1969 - 2023

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Julie McBain

May 28, 2025

A "Friend" to many

Julie

May 28, 2025

I look forward to visiting your resting place again in August 25, not quite for your birthday but always a place I will cherish when I´m in LA, you are missed so much always forever in my heart

Julie McBain

May 28, 2025

Tony Spirito

March 22, 2025

Katie R

February 11, 2025

I learned from watching him on friends to be yourself funny or not. I love you matthew perry i will see you in hevean

Jeannette brohl

January 26, 2025

Matthew,
You will always be loved & missed and you will be remembered for your compassion, caring, kindness, empathy , friendship & showing love to others.
You will always remain iconic, legendary and you werefar more than Chandler Bing.
You brought joy, laughter and so many smiles to the hearts of many people.
I choose to remember you for the beauty and love that you contributed to the world that you so freely gave from your heart.
The world was a far better place with you in it.
Rest in peace matthew in our heavenly fathers graces, love & light.
You will always be loved & never forgotten.
Thank you for the joy and memories you left to the world.

Julie McBain

January 25, 2025

I travelled from Australia to LA in December 24, it was always my plan to visit Matthew´s resting place to say goodbye in person, what a beautiful place to visit. I will make that trip again. He was such a beautiful soul who was taken from us way too soon he always seemed to put others before himself. It´s just a shame he couldn´t trust those around him . I hope he liked the trinkets I left for him, I also wrote a letter of love and affection for him.
He will never be forgotten our dear Mattman
Love him always and forever Jules7966

Jodie Mosley

January 25, 2025

Rip. God bless you are missed and. You were well. Loved. In. Gods. Care

Jodie. Mosley

January 25, 2025

Rip. You are so. Missed and. You were well. Loved. God. Bless you. In gods. Care

Leonard Kennedy

January 23, 2025

Leonard here.

Joshua Spurling

November 23, 2024

I know Matthew Perry I watched Friends every Saturday Night because he was a great lovely man I have very complex feelings well Matthew Perry was an extraordinary person we all loved him the best things about Matthew Perry acting with Matt LeBlach one of the episodes on season 6 I still remember that Joey said to Chandler the only thing I’m going miss is you that really meant really great friendship Matthew Perry always have lots of great memories with the cast so I’m sending this for everyone to see how I really felt for Matthew Perry I miss you buddy I was bit sad that he passed away I’m thinking of you & lots of love your only fan Joshua

Vaughn Hull

November 18, 2024

Still love "Friends" after all these years and I always thought that Matthew Perry was one of the most talented of the cast.

Kara

October 22, 2024

Magical moment in NYC ... I sat front row centre stage at The End of Longing . I was able to gift Matthew a little Batman character his face lit up when he said thank you I always thought I would see him again in this reality . Till we meet again sweet Matthew

Tammy Toy

October 21, 2024

My daughters told me to check out Friends, years ago. Chandler is the reason why I continue to rewatch. I'll miss him

Chiara Lo Presti

October 20, 2024

I miss you, Matthew. I've never had the chance to meet you,but I love you since the First time I Saw you in TV. I'll never get over it,and I can only Imagine how devastated your beloved ones are. I Hope that, wherever you are,you are at peace. I'll miss you for the rest of my life. It's so unfair, that We have Lost you..

Leslie Redaway

October 16, 2024

Rest In Heaven

Kara Johnston

October 7, 2024

Michelle Buxton

October 6, 2024

When I got divorced, my sister would do her best Oh My God in Janice´s voice. It made me smile every time. We love and miss you deeply Matt. Know that even though you are gone, that you will never be forgotten.

Julie McBain

October 6, 2024

OMG, this is amazing for us to share how much we miss and love Matthew so much, he was and is still loved, he was a fighter and such an inspiration to others who also struggled, his book is amazing he is a legend, I never started watching friends until Covid hit and now it´s my sleep program every night I can´t believe it´s coming up to a year since you left us love you always Mattman

Diane Godfrey

October 6, 2024

RIP Matthew
You were such a talented guy & so funny. I absolutely love Friends like millions of others & still watch it all the time.
You had such a kind heart trying to help others with their addiction issues. I'm sure your book will help so many others. As very sad as it was to read it, it certainly gave me a huge insight into the struggle some people may have.
I wish you could have had your happy ever after.
You were much loved everywhere

Gina Hart

October 6, 2024

I know this is almost a year since Matthew passed but know that even a year later thoughts of him still make me smile as they did since we were young. Rest easy Matthew...you will always be loved and missed.

Paolo

September 28, 2024

Molto molto triste

Tammy Toy

September 10, 2024

I had purchased your book before you left on your new path. My daughter told me to watch friends. So glad I did. Missing your laughter and acting. Thanks for letting me be apart of your life. Tammy Toy

Ann Browning

August 16, 2024

My beloved mother and i watched friends every week,and reruns.shes passed i still watch reruns,hard to now.Great actor and funny!He'll be missed.

David Kaun

August 15, 2024

Matthew Perry was one of the best actors in comedians he made everybody smile and was a good person

DORENE BAYURA

July 28, 2024

You will always be more than Chandler to me, you were one of the great ones. I will miss you deeply.

Toni goodhew

June 9, 2024

Mathew Perry / always be heart & soul of freinds tv series

Funny / smart / comical
Sad condolences / on young man
Had plenty t live for

Rest in peace / Perry legend

Sherrie Sly

May 31, 2024

You were my favorite friend. I will miss you very much. RIP sweet Matt.

Sherry Lovett

May 8, 2024

Rip my friend you made my days brighter on friends

Tony

March 16, 2024

To the family, many, many friends, colleagues and fans of this wonderful actor Matthew Perry fine comfort with you during this difficult time in your lives. Matthew Perry was an actor best known for playing Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom "Friends," we enjoyed watching those shows. There is no greater pain there could be than losing someone you love, especially when it is unexpected. May Almighty God in Heaven comfort the Perry family, friends and fan's broken hearts with endless love, strength, and peace as you cope with this loss in your lives. Matthew will certainly be missed by Hollywood and the whole world. May family, friends and extended family cherish his memories.

Lori Yaneff

February 27, 2024

To Matthew Perry's family and friends,

I cannot imagine the pain that you are going through. I've been listening to Matthew's book on audible and just hearing his voice brings tears.

Losing someone you love is the most difficult loss you can experience, and since I've watched Matthew on 'Friends' for 30 years I feel like I've lost an important person in my life. I grieve along with you.

Please accept my sincere condolences. I wish there was something I could say to ease your pain, and after recently losing my mom, I know that words help a little. So, if you ever read this, I hope that knowing how much joy and laughter Matthew brought to millions of people will bring you a bit of peace.

Again, I'm so sorry for your loss.

Lori Yaneff

A `Friend´ in Colorado

January 29, 2024

To Matthew´s Dear Family and Friends,
You may never read this, but you all have my sincere condolences. I never knew Matthew except on the screen, but he gave me so much joy whether the part was comedic or dramatic. It could be the lead, a small part or even being interviewed on a talk show. I moved to Los Angeles the summer of 1994 for school. Watching `Friends´ gave me something to look forward to every week. For a half hour, I could forget the world and laugh with my `best friends´. He had so much talent!! Talent that a lot of people wished that they only had a sliver of, and he was just finding what he could do other than acting. Even though I remember parts Matthew was in prior - 90120, Growing Pains, etc, but the world got to see the real person as Chandler. It broke my heart to read his book. I have no words knowing how he felt and went through. I just wish I knew him. To me, he was everything - funny, kind , sincere, compassionate ... a friend. It reminds me of a meme - men think women want a buff man; but women want someone like - Matthew Perry (and it shows a picture of him laughing). That´s the truth for me! I´m sorry that it has taken so long to write. I´ve been in a fog since I lost my brother just 96 hours earlier to Matthew. I just remember from that time seeing his family arrive at his home and it broke my heart in a way that no one should experience. For I experienced that same situation minus the paparazzi. Just know that you had a group of us with you at that time and now. Rest in peace Mattman! I hope you found what you could not on this earth. But know, you were (and still) loved and so much appreciated!!

Sandra

December 29, 2023

Forever Friends

Jennifer

December 16, 2023

Rest in Peace Eternal Flame Chandler Bing

Ryan Randall

December 11, 2023

Rest in peace, Mr. Matthew Perry. My prayer and condolences are to the Perry family. I pray (Heavenly Father) that the Perry family would be comforted. I pray (Heavenly Father) that the Perry family would rest in being insured that there loved one Mr. Matthew Perry is in a better place. I pray (Heavenly Father) that the Perry family will all be together again one day.

Ken Adams

November 27, 2023

He was a very good person on screen and off screen. His book taught me a lot of things and I would be always blessed to know him through FRIENDS and the things he did for everyone. God Bless his Soul!

Davis'

November 26, 2023

We were saddened to learn about the death of Matthew Perry and sending our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. We have lost a talented person who will be missed by all who love him. May your treasured good memories provide comfort for you always and soothe your saddened hearts.

May you find comfort in knowing that warm thoughts and sympathy are with you. May the power of prayer ease your sorrow, give you peace and provide much comfort for you. Wishing your family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead, and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts and hands. May God continue to comfort you. -23rd Psalm

Mr Jr.

November 15, 2023

My condolence to the family of Matthew Perry.

Felisha penn

November 13, 2023

I remember the episode of him singing "endless love " on friends when phoebe joined in and I loved him in fools rush in and 17 again

Donna Lunsford

November 13, 2023

Watched Matthew´s movie The Ron Clark Story last night. It was excellent, as was he. Have watched the Friends Reunion show 2 times since he passed. So sad he´s gone. Donna L.

Tracy

November 13, 2023

My mom if you loved Matthew perry as I did read his book will learn a lot about him

Tracy

November 13, 2023

My mom like show friends her loved chandler Bing she loved Matthew perry

Mitchell Williams

November 12, 2023

"I cannot imagine the pain and heartache you´re feeling. I am praying for your peace and comfort."

Lula Solomon

November 11, 2023

I remember watching him on friends then I saw him on different movies and I adored every movie he has been in

Diana Summit

November 11, 2023

Matthew, so many mourn the loss of characters you played but my greatest memory of you is a recent interview you had about your book. You were so excited about the 5 people that were going to rehab because of your story. Thank you for publicly sharing your journey. Your caring spirit lives on and you will continue to help many others because of your bravery. My deepest condolences to your family and closest friends. Rest In Peace Diana

Lisa Armstrong

November 10, 2023

Rest easy Matthew. You were special and made so many people laugh. I wish I had met you xx

Patricia Bearden

November 9, 2023

Matthew was on my youngest daughter's favorite show "FRIENDS". She had the entire Friends collection. My daughter was killed in 2012 at the age of 27 and now I have her collection. She watched and rewatched her favorite sitcom EVERY DAY. It saddens me that her favorite character has passed away. Matthew and Friends reminds me of my baby girl, they're good memories. Thanks Matty for providing this mother with cherished memories of her beautiful daughter. RIP!

Arnold´s

November 7, 2023

Our family loved Mathew, he brought a lot of laughter to our living room!We will miss his smile and talent!

Susan Rupert

November 6, 2023

Thank you for your authenticity and willingness to share your truth, always. You made the simple joys seem grand and the scary things seem tolerable. You brought joy to everyone that you met via face to face, television, theaters, books, and simply with your smile. I wish you were here to see that you won. You achieved everything you wanted to validate your success measure. Rest well and dance in His joy! The world owes you an enormous debt...thank you for it all!!!

Morgan Wilson

November 6, 2023

Matthew will forever be in our hearts. Thankful for every laugh and tear he´s ever given us. With love, thank you for helping others

Debbie Kent

November 6, 2023

I never got to meet Matthew, but he made all of us feel like we were his friend. His kindness was something you could see. All of the work he did to help people was wonderful. He was a blessing to so many people. He will always be remembered and missed. Condolences to his family and friends.

Brenda Heath

November 6, 2023

Thank you for the joy and laughter you brought to us over the years. We will always consider you as a "Friend" and miss you more than you know. Rest in peace, love Brenda.

Debbi Carlson

November 6, 2023

To Matthew, thank you for all the laughter. My deepest condolences to your family and friends. Rest in Peace.

Lina Graves

November 6, 2023

Matthew, I will remember you for all the beautiful things you did for people struggling with the awful disease that is addiction. Your kind heart and desire to do good in the world is what connected me to you and your story.
It was my dream to have met you one day and now I will patiently wait until I have that opportunity in heaven.
Rest Easy Matthew, we will continue the fight against addiction on your behalf.

Brooks Parker

November 6, 2023

Matthew Perry will forever be missed. My first memory was Matthew Perry as Chandler Bing on F.R.I.E.N.D.S

Luana Brisson

November 6, 2023

Heartfelt sympathy to Matthew's family and friends. Thank you for blessing your fans with endless hours of laughter and tears. You will be missed by many.

Mary

November 6, 2023

Mathew energized all of us with his humor, and compassion, and his ability to helping others. My heart is breaking. Though we have never met. Thank you
You will be forever miss

Lianna Gonzalez

November 6, 2023

I Remember Being A Young Child Who Love Watching Tv with my Grandma & Mother , My Mother´s Favorite Show Was Friends & When I First Saw Matthew Was In The One Where They Bet Apartments. & Just Seeing How East It Came To Him About Making People Laugh Made Me Take A Liking To His Character. He Has No Matter How Many Times I´ve Seen The Same Punch Line Made Me Laugh & Feel Good. He´s The Guy Friend I Always Wanted & Needed & Wish I Had. He Was Truly A Beautiful Soul & A Great Actor. I Know His Fear Was Not Being Remembered For All His Other Great Accomplishments. But it doesn´t mean they´re still not there. I Wish He Knew Just How Brilliantly Gifted & Wonderful He Was. May He Rest Peacefully Now, He Deserves It.

Aimee Britt

November 6, 2023

I wish I could have met Matthew Perry in real life. He always seemed so witty, funny and sarcastic but at the same time ready to help anyone in need. With most people, I first saw him on Friends and immediately fell in love with him and enjoyed his character and sense of humor. He could always make me laugh on my saddest of days and bring a smile to my face no matter what. Watching the show now will feel different knowing he´s gone from this Earth. He really did feel like a dear friend to me even though I never met him. RIP Matthew Perry. You will never be forgotten!

Liz V

November 6, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

jenn k

November 6, 2023

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always rip chandler bing

Nichole Grogan

November 6, 2023

Such a brilliant smart soul. Who was always enough.

Denice Brown

November 6, 2023

May you rest in peace. you where my favorite person on the show. you will be missed dearly.

Cynthia Mills

November 6, 2023

May your days in eternity be your reward for turning to God and all the years of trying so hard and helping others. You gave us so much. Your legacy is yet to be fulfilled, as the body of work will continue to bring joy during difficult times, while your honesty and many who will try to continue your efforts for others will continue to help millions. We miss you, and we thank you.

Amber cox

November 5, 2023

Always loved watching you on friends you were so funny rip gone way to soon

Erin Smit

November 5, 2023

Rest well Matty!! You will be missed!!

Francesco De Rosa

November 5, 2023

Da te come tanti giovani ho imparato tanto! Chandler è dentro tutti noi fan che abbiamo avuto la fortuna di guardare il tuo lavoro! Ci ha insegnato a vivere la vita in modo leggero e che a volte dobbiamo conoscere noi stessi per essere felici!
Ma cosa più importante il tuo personaggio ci ha insegnato cos'è l'amore, ma ancora di più ci ha insegnato il vero significato dell'amicizia.
Grazie di tutto Matthew! Sarai ricordato per sempre!

Christina Richardson

November 5, 2023

You will be missed by so many. Thank you for all that you have done for anyone in need, and for all the laughs. You will forever live on in all the movies and TV shows where you shared your gift with us and made so many times better for all of us.

Trysh Tompkins

November 5, 2023

Mathew raised the bar ... and I doing so taught me to never settle for anything less than a gentleman. Thanks to him I found my very own "Chandler Bing"!

Zulma Velez

November 5, 2023

Thank you for all the laughs and chuckles through the years. May the Lord receive you in his glory. R.I.P. Matt

Grady Morris Youngblood

November 5, 2023

Matthew Perry was an actor best known for playing Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom "Friends."

Kenzie Finne

November 5, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Brenda Byrd

November 5, 2023

Matthew, what can I say? I feel like I lost a dear friend,even though I never met you in person,you and the rest of the F*R*I*E*N*D*S got me though some sad times in my life,whenever I was feeling down,I would just go watch Friends. Thank you,for the laughs,the memories,the love. You will 'BE' forever missed, but always in our hearts. Praying for your loved ones and friends!

Kevin Siu

November 5, 2023

He is an awesome person that helps me a lot as well as all his fans. Wish I could have met him at his book signing this year

Annie

November 5, 2023

Gutted at his passing. He was hilarious but real. He had his demons and will help others by sharing that even a star like he could have addiction issues. His book was brutally honest. A wonderful read. May he rest in peace. He will certainly be missed by the masses.

Jessica Dix

November 5, 2023

You did amazing in friends, you will live on in everyone's hearts and memories, you were taken to soon but God has a plan for all of us, just hope you know how much you were loved ♥ RIP to a good actor

Brenda

November 5, 2023

Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.love Brenda Tozzi

Jennifer Lindgren

November 5, 2023

As my heart breaks, I know you’re at peace, rest old friend, for we all miss you, but we will soon see you again

Stacey Cooper

November 5, 2023

I love the fact that he could make you smile all the time.

Theresa

November 5, 2023

God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sarah

November 5, 2023

I´ve been sober for two years now and I recently read Matthews book. He takes his personal struggles and somehow makes them inspirational. A true testament to how talented he was. I love friends but now I will remember him the way he wanted to be remembered, that he helped people. Thank you Matthew Perry for your rigorous honesty. You will be greatly missed and now when I help another alcoholic I will be thinking of you. RIP.

Melissa

November 5, 2023

Sorry that your family, friends and fans have lost an amazing soul. I love you character Chandler but I absolutely loved you in "Fools Rush In" May you rest in peace and make the angels laugh

Chloe

November 5, 2023

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Night Night Bing-A-Ling

Cheryl DeSimone

November 5, 2023

I´m heartbroken you´re gone. Thank you for always making me laugh. You wanted to leave the legacy of helping people. Please know you helped way more people than you imagined. People with and without addictions. You will be missed by every person who knew you and for the many, many people who didn´t on a personal level. Please rest in peace Matthew and know you will never be forgotten. Love you Always!

Jenna Hayle

November 5, 2023

Me and my daughter were devastated when we heard you passed away!
Brought so much to our lives as chandler and also an inspiration to so many people, helping them through their struggles.
Hope you're at peace now x

Jacqueline Thurman

November 5, 2023

You are so loved my friend.

Stephanie

November 5, 2023

Thank you for all the laughs and for blessing my life with my all time favorite show. You will be so missed

M Birkey

November 5, 2023

Thank you for being a beautiful talent for us all to enjoy and making us all feel like we had a friend.

Mily Grace

November 5, 2023

Thank you for all the laughter, the smiles the escape!
Sadly You will never truly know how you saved so many of us, but we are eternity greatful.
You will be here for us, forever, for always

Jennifer Lau

November 5, 2023

I am so heartbroken. I couldn't believe it when I firt heard it. I was aways a fan of Matthew Perry and the show Friends. My husband gave me his book for Christmas last year. I hope he knew how many lives he touched with his humor and his honesty. And how much he was loved by so many. He was an amazing person. And may I add how handsome he was. I've aways noticed the kindness in his eyes and a beautiful smile. My heart goes out to his family, friends and fans. He will truly be missed.
Rest in peace

Sharon Botsford

November 5, 2023

FRIENDS has been a big part of my life since 1994 when it started. It was the first thing that made me giggle after my mother's sudden death, it got me through late night feedings of my infant son and when I decided to move to a new city, after 49 years of living in one place, FRIENDS was the one constant for me, a feeling of home. (Among many other hard times, too many to go into). At one point it felt like they were my only friends. I've told my son I want one of the DVDs in my casket so I can take my FRIENDS with me when I die.
Matthew Perry....I never had the opportunity to meet you, but, wow, I appreciate and love all you gave to the show. And as a teacher, The Ron Clark Story was amazing. You will be missed. I believe you were just starting your 2nd act in life, with your book tour and Perry House. I have enjoyed watching your career all the way back to Growing Pains. You were talented, you touched millions upon millions of hearts.....you will be missed! Rest easy!

Andrea Lloyd

November 4, 2023

I never met Matthew but I was an absolute fan of the show Friends. I lived the entire cast but Matthew especially. As the niece of a very famous comedian, I grew up with the greatest appreciation of comedy. Once I saw Matthew promoting his new book, I knew I had to read it. I´ve read it now 5 times and I´ve learned so much. We definitely lost a supreme talent and a fabulous human being. Rest in peace my friend.

Hughes

November 4, 2023

Rest in peace, our dear F.R.I.E.N.D

Tina Horton

November 4, 2023

My first memory of Matthew Perry was when he played Sandy on Growing Pains. And then Friends was when I really grew to Love him. It was easy to see that he was Chandler - No one else could´ve made the Chandler character more real. But most of All I want to extend my Gratitude and Respect for Matthew in what his request was upon his passing. To remember the struggles he went through with his addiction, his fight to overcome it, and most of all remember him for helping others that either have or are going through what he did. So Matthew I just want to say may you rest in peace knowing you did good deeds and helped those in need.

Cindy A Domin

November 4, 2023

Going to miss you so much
Been thinking of you with tears daily. Prayers for all who are heartbroken we loved you so much Matthew.

Sandra Pettigrew

November 4, 2023

My heart broke when I heard of your Passing, you where such a huge part of so many people's lives for so many years. You played one of my favorite Characters on Friends.. you will be missed by sooooooooooo many people Matthew.. may you rest in peace..from Calgary Alberta

Maya

November 4, 2023

May God bless you and your family. May the Lord receive you in his holy kingdom. Fly high with the angels

Karen Cortese

November 4, 2023

As a huge fan of Friends, I had many laughs watching Matthew. I bought his book last year. I was at a party and friends of mine were texting me that he died knowing how much I loved the show and cast. So sad. I hope he knows how many lives he touched with his humor and honesty. A life lost too soon. Condolences to his family and friends.
Rest in Peace

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