Matthew Perry

Matthew Perry was an American and Canadian actor, comedian, writer, and producer best known for playing Chandler Bing on the television sitcom *Friends*.

Matthew Perry was an American and Canadian actor, comedian, writer, and producer best known for playing Chandler Bing on the television sitcom *Friends*. He was born on August 19, 1969, and died on October 28, 2023, at age 54. Perry also appeared in film and television projects beyond *Friends* and wrote a memoir about his life and addiction struggles.

Early life and background

Matthew Perry was born in Williamstown, Massachusetts, in 1969 and held both American and Canadian identity. He began acting as a teenager and later moved into television and film roles.

Career

Perry became widely known for his role as Chandler Bing on *Friends*, one of the most successful sitcoms of the 1990s and early 2000s. He later worked in other television series and films, and also served as a producer and writer.

Personal life and health

Perry spoke publicly about long-term struggles with addiction and included them in his memoir. He was never married and had no children.

Death and legacy

Perry died in October 2023 at age 54 in Los Angeles. His death prompted major public attention because of his fame and because later reporting and official findings identified ketamine as a contributing factor.