Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit NBC sitcom “Friends,” died on Saturday, October 28 at the age of 54. Capt. Scot Williams of the Los Angeles Police Department’s Robbery-Homicide division confirmed that the star had passed away but insisted that there was no suggestion of foul play and that a cause of death had yet to be determined, per The New York Times. However, separate reports stated that Perry had died by drowning in a jacuzzi at his home.
If that is the case, it makes Perry’s final Instagram post, which he put up six days before his death, incredibly eerie.
Matthew Perry’s final Instagram post showed him enjoying a soak session in a jacuzzi.
In the photo, Perry can be seen with headphones on, relaxing in an outdoor jacuzzi at night with a twinkling skyline in the background. He was clearly relaxed and at peace,
“Oh, so warm water swirling around makes you feel good? I’m Mattman,” he captioned the post.
Needless to say, in light of how he reportedly died, this post has struck a harrowing chord with fans and friends of Perry’s.
Perry’s friends and fellow celebs paid tribute to the actor on social media
From Mira Sorvino (who did a guest stint on “Friends” back in the day) to Selma Blair, Rosie O’Donnell, and Michael Rappaport, those who knew and loved Matthew Perry spoke out on social media to express their deep sadness at his loss.
“Rest in peace @MatthewPerry. Always so nice, cool, chill & talented,” Rappaport posted on X, formerly Twitter. “You are a part of American Culture and will live on forever.”
“Oh no!!! Matthew Perry!! You sweet, troubled soul!! May you find peace and happiness in Heaven, making everyone laugh with your singular wit!!!” Sorvino wrote.
I’m so very sad to hear about @MatthewPerry. He was lovely to me on Friends and every time I saw him in the decades after. Please read his book. It was his legacy to help. He won’t rest in peace though.. He’s already too busy making everyone laugh up there.
— paget brewster (@pagetpaget) October 29, 2023
Rest In Peace @MatthewPerry
Always so nice, cool, chill & talented
You are a part of American Culture and will live on forever
— MichaelRapaport (@MichaelRapaport) October 29, 2023
Matthew Perry was more than Chandler Bing. He was what made Friends go. Sad to hear of his passing, but thankful for the memories he gave us. Rest in Peace pic.twitter.com/9rVI8T2zgk
— Robert Griffin III (@RGIII) October 29, 2023
I’m so very sad to hear about @MatthewPerry. He was lovely to me on Friends and every time I saw him in the decades after. Please read his book. It was his legacy to help. He won’t rest in peace though.. He’s already too busy making everyone laugh up there.
— paget brewster (@pagetpaget) October 29, 2023
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It wasn’t just celebrities that paid tribute to Perry.
Fans who knew and loved him as Chandler Bing were heartbroken and took to social media to also give their condolences.
“Matthew Perry gave the world one of the best comedic performances and comfort characters in television, he was not a character but I hope he knows he made an impact on a lot of people, RIP,” one fan account tweeted.
Another lamented, “To think we won’t ever be able to see them all together again is beyond heartbreaking. RIP Matthew Perry.”
I've never cried for a celebrity death before. But this has me in tears. My heart is heavy. RIP Matthew Perry You will be missed. pic.twitter.com/bgF7i7O8e7
— Anya🫧 (@aanyastweets) October 29, 2023
To think we won’t ever be able to see them all together again is beyond heartbreaking 💔 rip Matthew Perry pic.twitter.com/Q1yDnQbj2X
— Nick Fitz (@NicholasFitzpa3) October 29, 2023
Matthew Perry gave the world one of the best comedic performances and comfort characters in television, he was not a character but I hope he knows he made an impact on a lot of people, RIP pic.twitter.com/R9JSdy5RoI
— Pop Culture Posts (@notgwendalupe) October 29, 2023
