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Actor Matthew Perry, best known for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in Friends, passed away 3 years ago. His sudden death led to a wave of sadness among his legion of fans. On screen, he played the funny guy who made everyone laugh with his one-liners. Offscreen, too, his close ones said he would crack everyone with his wittiness. However, deep down, his charming personality was his battle with drug addiction.
For years, Matthew Perry struggled with drug addiction, the thing that finally claimed his life. For those who have watched Friends, they might have also observed the apparent impact of narcotics on his health. Now, 3 years after his death, Netflix has released a 3-part documentary that looks into his life through the lens of those close to him, including his sister, Mia Perry.
The One About Matthew Perry X Reviews
Matthew Perry became a household name with the 10 seasons of Friends as Chandler Bing. Not just in the USA, the show was widely popular in svereal countries, including India. The recently released documentary has been directed by Mary Robertson. It tells the story of the loved man through the lens of people who knew him really well. If you were hoping the Friends cast would appear to reminisce about their beloved co-star…they don’t. However, Perry’s sister recalls fond moments of the five friends coming to his funeral and crying.
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Check out what audiences have to say about the documentary:
“The one about Matthew Perry had me in tears. episode 3? sobbed. He struggled with addiction, and he just wanted to make people laugh and help those who were also struggling,” wrote a fan.
Another person wrote, “This #TheOneAboutMatthewPerry doccie on Netflix was sad to watch. A stark reminder that Hollywood can give you fame and wealth but rob you of life both literally and figuratively.”
“If you are a Matthew Perry/Friends fan give #TheOneAboutMatthewPerry on @NetflixUK a watch. It’s rough but it feels an important continuation of his work by family & close friends to highlight the battles & vulnerability of addiction. A beautiful & funny soul gone way too soon,” read a reaction.
OMFG @netflix #TheOneAboutMatthewPerry is bloody upsetting, a real tearjerker. such a tortured soul deep down. it’s a pity braindead useless scum who exploit & basically extort such a good person are allowed to live. you can’t call their sentences justice for @MatthewPerry ffs,” said an emotional fan.
“#TheOneAboutMatthewPerry is an insightfully well done doc. The choice to use lesser known, but more important people, in Perry’s life shows how much the filmmakers cared to do his story justice. Incredible yet tormented individual who fought the demons of addiction so bravely.”
Another person wrote, “The one about Mathew Perry is a devastatingly beautiful heartbreaking documentary…and a must watch…#TheOneAboutMatthewPerry Breaks my heart…he truly was a friend to all of us who grew up watching #Friends.”
More About Matthew Perry
His witty humor and impeccable comic timing made him one of television’s most beloved stars. He also appeared in films such as The Whole Nine Yards and 17 Again. Beyond acting, Perry spoke openly about his struggles with addiction and recovery, hoping to help others facing similar challenges. He had also published a book in which he described his struggles in detail.
Perry died on October 28, 2023, at the age of 54. His death was ruled an accident, with the acute effects of ketamine identified as the primary cause. Following a federal investigation into how Perry obtained the lethal doses of ketamine, five individuals were charged and ultimately pleaded guilty in connection with his death.
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