– Friends co-stars pay tribute to Matthew Perry
– Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer react to the news
– Perry’s impact on their lives and careers
Following the news of Matthew Perry’s passing, his fellow ‘Friends’ co-stars Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer have paid heartfelt tributes to the beloved actor. All five expressed their devastation over losing their longtime friend and colleague, whom they spent a decade working with on the hit television sitcom Friends.
Aniston, who played Rachel Green on the show, took to social media to express her disbelief: “I’m in utter shock. Words cannot express the pain and sadness I feel. My dear friend and co-star, who played Chandler Bing next to me for ten years, is no longer with us.”
Courteney Cox, who portrayed Monica Geller, shared a tearful post on her Instagram page, stating “This is a terrible loss. Not only was Matthew a talented and gifted actor, but he was also a genuinely kind and caring person who brought so much joy to everyone who was lucky enough to know him.”
Lisa Kudrow, who played Phoebe Buffay on the show, added to the outpouring of love and relived some of her fondest memories with Perry. “We spent countless hours together, both on and off the set. His ability to make us laugh with his spot-on comedic timing is something I will never forget.”
Matt LeBlanc, best known for playing Joey Tribbiani, took to Twitter to share his sorrow, stating “Devastated doesn’t even begin to describe how I’m feeling. We lost a great actor and an even better man today. You’ll always be a part of us, Matthew.”
David Schwimmer, who portrayed Ross Geller on Friends, shared a poignant message on his Instagram page. “Today we mourn the loss of our dear friend, colleague, and brother. The world has lost an incredibly talented and radiant soul. Rest in peace, Matthew,” adding a quote from Perry himself, “Could I be any sadder?”
The collective outpouring of love, admiration, and grief from Perry’s Friends family serve as a testament to the indelible impact he made on their lives and in the hearts of millions of fans who adored him as the unforgettable Chandler Bing.