4 November 2023, Mumbai: With the success of TV series FRIENDS, Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) and Chandler Bing(Matthew Perry) changed the thinking of getting along, with the last episode aired in 2004 their on-screen friendship was commendable and inspired the fans worldwide.
The death was unexpected where all beloved admirers are curious to know about Matt coping with the loss. LeBlanc was snapped on Thursday noon in Los Angeles, California, TMZ reports states, he was driving a SUV, first public appearance since the passing of Matthew.
The picture is valid evidence shared by TMZ on X, where Matt was spotted wearing dark sunglasses and a baseball cap. His face was completely dull like a state of shock due to his classmate’s death.
Matt LeBlanc looks as downcast as you'd expect less than a week after losing his beloved "Friends" costar Matthew Perry. https://t.co/IgRXuAIhd7 https://t.co/IgRXuAIhd7
— TMZ (@TMZ) November 3, 2023
Previously, LeBlanc, along with the Friends cast members Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, and David Schwimmer, issued a collective statement via ABC News. They expressed their profound sadness and sorrow over Perry’s unexpected passing.
“We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family. There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss,” the statement read.
“In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world,” the statement read further.
Matthew Perry’s Passing
On October 28, a tragic incident occurred as Matthew Perry was discovered lifeless in his residence, with reports suggesting it was a drowning incident. Simultaneously, ongoing investigations aim to determine the presence of any substances in Perry’s body.
Earlier, Law enforcement authorities remarked that, prescription drugs were found at Perry’s home after his death”, reported TMZ. Morever, they mentioned about not having any illegal drugs presence till date.
Perry’s addiction
Matt was suffering from drink and substance abuse addiction during FRIENDS show itself where Jennifer noticed the change in behaviour to which she confronted him the same. And he was also found to be an addicted smoker.
By Vaishnavi Rastogi