Two lifelong friends of Matthew Perry, brothers Brian and Chris Murray, open up about the final year of the "Friends" star's life before his death in October 2023. Despite his struggles, Perry displayed a renewed vigor and zest for life, leaving those close to him encouraged and hopeful for his future. In an exclusive interview with TODAY's Savannah Guthrie, the Murray brothers share their memories of Perry and the promising signs they witnessed before his tragic passing.
Background:
Matthew Perry, best known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom "Friends," passed away in October 2023 at the age of 57. The news of his death shocked the entertainment world and left many of his fans grieving.
Recent Developments:
In an exclusive interview with TODAY's Savannah Guthrie, two of Perry's lifelong friends, brothers Brian and Chris Murray, have shared their memories of the actor in the final year of his life. Despite his past struggles with addiction and mental health issues, Perry reportedly displayed a renewed sense of optimism and purpose in the months leading up to his death.
According to the Murray brothers, Perry had entered a sober living facility in March 2023 and was making significant progress in his recovery. He was sober and had a strong support system around him.
Encouraging Signs:
The Murray brothers also mentioned that Perry had expressed a desire to return to acting and was actively working on a screenplay. He was reportedly excited about the future and had a positive outlook on life.
"He had a really great zest for life," Brian Murray said. "He was very happy to be alive and very grateful for everything that he had."
"He was really trying to make amends," Chris Murray added. "He was trying to apologize to people he had wronged in the past."
Top 5 FAQs:
1. What was the cause of Matthew Perry's death? The cause of Perry's death has not been officially released. However, it is believed that he died as a result of his ongoing health issues, including pancreatitis and gastrointestinal perforation.
2. Was Matthew Perry sober at the time of his death? According to his friends, Perry was sober and had been in recovery for several months prior to his passing.
3. Was Matthew Perry planning a return to acting? Yes, Perry was reportedly working on a screenplay and had expressed a desire to return to acting in the future.
4. What were the promising signs witnessed by friends and family in Perry's final year? Perry displayed a renewed sense of vigor, zest for life, and optimism. He was actively working on his recovery and had a strong support system around him.
5. What legacy will Matthew Perry leave behind? Matthew Perry will be remembered for his iconic role as Chandler Bing in "Friends," as well as his openness about his struggles with addiction and mental health. His death serves as a reminder of the importance of seeking help and finding solace in the support of loved ones.
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