Hours after news broke of the death of Matthew Perry at the age of 54, who reportedly drowned Sunday night in a bathtub at his home, many Hollywood stars are reacting to the passing of their beloved friend and colleague.
Here are some of the social media reactions posted so far (Friends stars have yet to comment on the case):
Comedian Tom Green: "I am shocked and saddened to hear of Matthew Perry's death by tragic drowning. He is one of the most talented and amazing success stories of my hometown - Ottawa, Canada. Rest in peace, Matthew."
Perry in Friends, Photo: YouTube
Actress Mira Sorvino: "Oh no! Matthew Perry! You sweet and tortured soul! May you find contentment and happiness in heaven, and make everyone laugh with your special wit!"
Actor George Takei: "What terrible news to read. My heart goes out to his loved ones and longtime cast members."
What a tragic piece of news to read. My heart goes out to his loved ones and long time cast mates. https://t.co/86iruEP5G0
— George Takei (@GeorgeTakei) October 29, 2023
Host Piers Morgan: "Rest in peace, Matthew Perry, 54. The Friends star was a formidable actor, but by his own admission - also a tormented man. His new autobiographical book about his addiction-stricken life was one of the most powerful, honest and revealing I've read. Such sad news."
Actress Paget Brewster ("Criminal Minds," Kathy in the fourth season of "Friends"): "I'm so sad to hear about Matthew Perry. He was lovely to me on Friends and every time I met him in the decades since. Please read his book. It's his legacy to help people. But he won't rest in peace – he's too busy making everyone up there laugh."
Actress Selma Blair: "My oldest friend. We all loved Matthew Perry, and I loved him especially. Every day. I loved him unconditionally. And he loved me. And I'm broken. My heart is broken. Sweet dreams, Mattie. Sweet dreams."
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Actress Maggie Wheeler (Janice, Chandler's girlfriend in Friends): "What a loss. The world will miss you, Matthew Perry. The joy you brought to so many people in your short life will live on. I feel blessed with every creative moment we shared."
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Actress Shannon Doherty wrote: "We were a bunch back then. We grew up together. We played 'Truth or Dare' and Matthew had to say ridiculous things to the girls at the bar. We always had fun and supported each other, and you could find us speaking our made-up language. And yes, Matthew always hadsucha sense of humor."
Actress Octavia Spencer: "I was deeply saddened to hear of Matthew Perry's passing today. His gift will forever be remembered. Sending love to his family, friends, colleagues and millions of fans around the world."
Singer Nancy Sinatra: "Way through, Matt. Thank you for being you. Wishing you a relaxed journey home through the stars. If you loved Matthew Perry as much as I did, read his book. You'll learn a lot about him."
We are devastated to learn of Matthew Perry's passing. He was a true gift to us all. Our heart goes out to his family, loved ones, and all of his fans. pic.twitter.com/Xv6HkpSEBl
— FRIENDS (@FriendsTV) October 29, 2023
Friends' official Twitter account: "We are shocked to hear of Matthew Perry's passing. He was a real gift to all of us. Our hearts go out to his family, loved ones and all his fans."
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