Friends, family, and countless fans worldwide are grieving the tragic loss of Matthew Perry. The actor, renowned for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in the beloved TV series Friends, was discovered lifeless in his Los Angeles home’s hot tub on October 28.
While reports suggest Perry drowned, an official cause of death remains undisclosed. Notably, no drugs were found at the scene, and foul play is not suspected.
The individual who contacted 911 for assistance was Perry’s personal assistant of seven years, identified as Erin in his memoir Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing.
Their connection originated during Perry’s time in rehab, where Erin worked. He convinced her to leave her job and work for him, a decision she agreed to. On the day of his passing, she found his lifeless body while running errands for him.
Before his untimely demise, Perry, an enthusiastic pickleball player, engaged in the sport regularly. On the day of his death, his pickleball partner noted his unusual fatigue. Perry’s pickleball coach, Matt Manasse, characterized the late actor as caring, genuine, and authentically himself, expressing how he brightened everyone’s mood.
A neighbor, a 17-year-old boy, witnessed the aftermath of Perry’s passing and described the events as disturbing.
Despite expecting it to some extent, he was saddened by the incident. Perry, who had not lived there for long, left a lasting impression on the teenager, who recalled him being even friendlier than he appeared.
Matthew Perry will be remembered as a sincere individual always ready to lend a helping hand. Regrettably, he was unable to extend that help to himself, leaving behind a void in the hearts of those he touched.
