Actor Lisa Kudrow, renowned for her portrayal of Phoebe in the iconic sitcom ‘Friends,’ shared a heartfelt tribute to her late co-star Matthew Perry, who portrayed Chandler Bing. Taking to Instagram, Kudrow posted a poignant throwback photo of the duo, accompanied by a touching note.
The captured moment depicted a young Lisa and Matthew, radiating smiles while posing for the camera. Lisa donned a black dress, holding a coat, while Matthew sported a blue T-shirt, beige blazer, and denims, holding a beverage glass—an endearing snapshot from their shared history.
In her Instagram post, Kudrow reminisced about their early days on ‘Friends,’ recalling Perry’s suggestion to play poker, which fostered their initial bond. She expressed gratitude for Perry’s ability to elicit laughter, recounting moments when his humour left her in tears. She also acknowledged his openness in navigating the complexities of their six-way relationship on the show, emphasizing the compromise it entailed.
Acknowledging Perry’s dedication, Kudrow thanked him for showing up at work despite illness and delivering exceptional performances. She cherished their time together, crediting Perry for teaching her valuable lessons about grace and love through their friendship.
Matthew Perry’s portrayal of Chandler Bing resonated deeply with audiences throughout the show’s decade-long run, earning him an Emmy nomination in 2002 for his impeccable comedic timing and delivery.
Kudrow’s tribute joins others from the ‘Friends’ cast, including Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer, who previously shared heartfelt messages about Perry. Describing themselves as more than castmates, they reiterated their bond as a family in the wake of Perry’s passing.
Matthew Perry, who tragically passed away at 54 in his Los Angeles residence on October 28, had his cause of death yet to be determined by the Los Angeles County coroner following an initial investigation. The exact circumstances surrounding his passing are expected to be disclosed in the coming weeks.
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