Quick Info
| Profession | Actor |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 19/08/1969 |
| Age | 54 years (died on 28, Oct, 2023) |
| Birthplace | Williamstown, Massachusetts, United States |
| Date of Death | 28/10/2023 |
Latest News about Matthew Perry
08/04/2026
Kenneth Auwaerter, one of five people charged in connection with Matthew Perry's death from an overdose, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine. Auwaerter admitted to supplying the ketamine that contributed to Perry's fatal overdose on October 28, 2023. The plea deal involves cooperation with authorities in the ongoing case against the remaining defendants.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Matthew Langford Perry |
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| Nickname(s) | Matty, Matt, Perry |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 183 cm |
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| Weight | 82 kg |
| Eye Color | Blue |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | The Buckley School, Rockcliffe Park Public School |
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| College | Ashbury College |
Personal Life
| Age (at the time of death) | 54 Years |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | John Bennett Perry |
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| Mother | Suzanne Perry |
| Siblings | Caitlin Morrison (Half Sister), Marie Perry (Half Sister), Emily Morrison (Half Sister), Madeleine Morrison (Half Sister), Willy Morrison (Half Brother) |
Career
| Famous Role | TV - Chandler Bing - FRIENDS, Film - The Ron Clark Story (2006) |
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| Debut | Acting: Film - A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon (1988), TV - Arthur in 240-Robert (1979), Director: Scrubs |
| Notable Films | Fools Rush In (1997), Almost Heroes (1998), Three to Tango (1999), The Whole Nine Yards (2000), Serving Sara (2002), The Whole Ten Yards (2005), 17 Again (2009), Numb (2007), Birds of America (2008) |
| Notable TV | Friends (1994-2004), The West Wing (2003), Ally McBeal (2002), Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006-2007), Second Chance (1987-1988), Home Free (1993), The Odd Couple (2015-2017) |
Favourites
| Hobbies | Tennis |
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| TV Show | Lost |
| Movie | Ground Hog Day |
| Beverage | Sugar free RedBull |
| Song | Don't Give Up by Peter Gabriel and Kate Bush |
| Baseball Team | Toronto Blue Jays |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Mathew Perry excelled as a top-ranked junior tennis player. | |
| 2. He explored comedy at the LA Connection during his high school years. | |
| 3. Perry garnered an Emmy nomination in 2002 for portraying Chandler Bing on FRIENDS. | |
| 4. Apart from TV, he showcased his acting skills in various movie roles. | |
| 5. He showcased his comedic mastery in The West Wing as Joe Quincy, earning two Emmy nominations. | |
| 6. His portrayal in The Ron Clark Story earned him a Golden Globe and Emmy nomination. | |
| 7. Since February 2015, Perry starred in and co-produced the sitcom The Odd Couple. | |
| 8. In 1997, Mathew Perry underwent a 28-day rehabilitation program for his Vicodin addiction. | |
| 9. Subsequently, he struggled with health issues and battled addiction to multiple substances. | |
| 10. In 2011, Perry advocated for funding drug courts on Capitol Hill. | |
| 11. For his efforts in addiction recovery, he received a Champion of Recovery award from the White House. | |
| 12. Offered a university spot, he chose acting in Seconds Chance over attending USC. | |
| 13. Matthew Perry's sharp wit contributed to the humor of FRIENDS. | |
| 14. His character's social awkwardness mirrored his real-life personality. | |
| 15. The tip of his right middle finger was accidentally severed by his grandfather. | |
| 16. He supported the Lili Claire Foundation and hosted events for them. | |
| 17. John B. Perry, Mathew’s father, portrayed Rachel’s boyfriend Joshua on FRIENDS. | |
| 18. He made it to the Top 30 of the Forbes Top 100 Celebrity rich list. | |
| 19. As part of FRIENDS, he was the youngest among the main cast. | |
| 20. In both The Whole Nine Yards and Three to Tango, he humorously admitted to being nervous. | |
| 21. Matthew Perry excelled as a top-ranked junior tennis player. | |
| 22. In 1997, Matthew Perry underwent a 28-day rehabilitation program for his Vicodin addiction. | |
| 23. Offered a university spot, he chose acting in Second Chance over attending USC. | |
| 24. John Bennett Perry, Matthew's father, portrayed Rachel's boyfriend Joshua on FRIENDS. | |
| 25. As part of FRIENDS, he was among the main cast. |