Published By: Shrishti Negi
Last Updated: November 01, 2023, 09:04 IST
Soon after Matthew Perry’s death, a short clip from an old interview surfaced online that shows the late actor’s unbreakable bond with the other cast members of Friends.
Matthew Perry’s sudden death has undoubtedly come as a shock to many of his fans around the world. Condolences have poured in from all corners, and many are trying to come to terms with the news of losing the talented actor. Matthew Perry was renowned for playing the role of Chandler Bing in the American sitcom Friends. Soon after his death, a short clip from an old interview surfaced online that shows the late actor’s unbreakable bonds with the other cast members.
A clip from an interview with Entertainment Tonight in 2021 resurfaced, which featured Matthew Perry along with Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer. This interview came about when the Friends cast came out with the reunion episode. In the clip, Matthew could be seen waiving and placing his finger to his lips in an attempt to keep the set quiet, while David was speaking to the interviewer. He is unaware that he is on camera and continues to do that. Matt later quietly told him, “You’re on camera.” Matthew eventually realised and asked the reporter, “Are you in a three-shot seeing me do that?” He added laughing, that he “looked like a crazy person.” David Schwimmer later jokes that he would make similar gestures while Matthew is talking.
Later, the interviewer asked them what they thought the Friends characters would be doing now. Matthew continues his weird gestures with the mention of Joey, played by Matt LeBlanc. On being asked what the girls in the show would be doing now, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer together said, “They would be making a lot of noise,” referring to how they were making noise at the time of the interview on the other side. The three together shouted, “Shut up over there,” and laughed hard over it.
Meanwhile, The Friends co-stars Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer have offered a heartfelt tribute to Matthew Perry, who died a few days ago. They made a joint statement in which they indicated that they were ‘devastated’ by the loss. The actors also stated that they are in a state of ‘grieve’ and that it will take some time to mourn this awful loss.
Matthew Perry’s character on Friends was well-liked by all, and he received a Primetime Emmy nomination for his role during the ninth season as well. The actor also appeared on other TV shows besides Friends, such as Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip, Go On, The Odd Couple, and The West Wing, among others.