Perry’s former co-stars say they’re ‘utterly devastated’ over actor’s sudden demise.

The surviving solid of Friends have paid tribute to Matthew Perry, describing his sudden death as an “unfathomable loss”.

“We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew,” Jennifer Aniston,  David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow and Matt LeBlanc informed People journal of their first public feedback on Perry’s demise.

“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.”

Perry’s 5 former co-stars stated they might have extra to say “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.”

Perry was discovered unresponsive in a sizzling tub at his Los Angeles on Saturday afternoon, the LA Times reported, citing legislation enforcement sources.

He was 54.

The Canadian-born actor had spoken brazenly about his struggles with habit and attending rehab for painkillers and alcohol.

In his 2022 memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, Perry described a five-month hospitalisation in 2018 following a colon rupture that he stated left him with a two % likelihood of surviving the night time.

The explanation for Perry’s demise is being investigated by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office.

Perry grew to become one of many world’s most recognised actors for his function because the sarcastic, wisecracking Chandler Bing on NBC’s sitcom, Friends, which ran for 10 seasons from 1994 to 2004.

The collection, which adopted the lives of six younger New Yorkers, was one of many most-watched US TV reveals throughout its runs and stays well-liked in syndication around the globe.

Perry’s demise has led to an outpouring of grief and shock from followers worldwide, with mourners leaving flowers and heartfelt tributes outdoors the New York constructing that served as an exterior for the present.