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Hank Azaria’s Heartfelt Tribute Sheds Light on Matthew Perry’s Impact and Struggles

Henry Ortiz Published October 31, 2023
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Matthew Perry, renowned for his iconic portrayal of Chandler Bing in the beloved sitcom “Friends,” left an indelible mark on the lives of millions around the world. His ability to bring laughter and joy to countless fans through his work is celebrated, but it’s the lesser-known struggles he faced and the impact he had on those close to him that are now coming to the forefront.

Following the untimely death of the 54-year-old actor, his “Friends” co-star Hank Azaria, who played the character David, the love interest of Lisa Kudrow’s Phoebe Buffay, took to Instagram to pay a touching tribute to his cherished friend.

In an Instagram video, Azaria shared the deep bond he had with Perry, describing, “Matthew and I became really good friends — we were really more like brothers for a long time.” He recounted the pre-“Friends” days when they shared laughs and provided unwavering support during the early stages of their careers.

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— Hank Azaria (@HankAzaria) October 29, 2023

What makes Azaria’s tribute particularly poignant is the revelation of a pivotal moment in their friendship. He disclosed how Perry had played a crucial role in helping him confront his own addictions, stating, “The night I went into AA, Matthew brought me in.” Their commitment to sobriety was a shared journey, with Azaria noting, “The whole first year I was sober, we went to meetings together.”

Azaria expressed his sincere wish that Perry could have maintained a more consistent commitment to sobriety, reflecting, “I really wish he could’ve found it in himself to stay with the sober life more consistently.”

The actor went on to acknowledge the profound impact of Perry’s struggles, revealing that those close to him had felt they lost him to addiction long before his untimely passing, as documented in his autobiography.

Reading Perry’s memoir, titled “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,” was a deeply emotional experience for Azaria, who described it as “so painful.” He empathized with the extent of Perry’s suffering, encompassing physical, emotional, mental, and psychological dimensions, and the toll it had taken on both Perry and those who loved him dearly.

Azaria concluded his tribute with a poignant reflection on the devastating nature of addiction, emphasizing, “It’s one of the terrible things about this disease, is it just takes away the person you love.”

Hank Azaria’s heartfelt tribute serves as a testament to the enduring impact of Matthew Perry’s life and the complexity of addiction. It sheds light on the far-reaching consequences of this struggle, reminding us that behind the iconic character of Chandler Bing was a real person who faced his demons with unwavering support from those who loved him.

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