Kelly Rizzo, the former spouse of the late Bob Saget, has offered her advice to the cast of "Friends" on how to navigate the grieving process following the sudden death of their co-star, Matthew Perry. Speaking exclusively to Page Six, Rizzo suggests that the cast should hold onto each other tightly and appreciate the incredible people they are surrounded by. She draws parallels between the "Friends" and "Full House" casts, noting that both groups were incredibly close-knit and supportive of one another.
Having experienced the loss of Saget, Rizzo speaks from personal experience when she describes the special bond that forms among cast members during times of tragedy. She reflects on the support she received from Saget's "Full House" co-stars, who were there for her immediately after his passing. Rizzo imagines that the "Friends" cast is likely leaning on each other in the same way and finding comfort in their shared loss.
In the days following Perry's passing, each cast member has individually expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to their friend. Rizzo acknowledges that despite the passage of time, the memory of Saget lives on.
However, the support and encouragement she received from loved ones made her realize her own resilience. Despite ultimately withdrawing from the show due to a knee injury, Rizzo is keeping busy with her upcoming podcast, "Comfort Food with Kelly Rizzo," where she interviews guests about their experiences with loss, grief, and challenges, while enjoying their favorite comfort foods. "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test" airs on Fox on Mondays at 9 p.m. ET.