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Matthew Perry's Funeral Attended by 'Friends' Costars After Actor's Unexpected Death
2023/11/03

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The funeral for Matthew Perry took place on Friday at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles, near Warner Bros. Studios. According to a source, Perry's Friends co-stars Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer were present at the service. The funeral began at 3 p.m. PST and concluded at 5 p.m. PST. Perry, who passed away on October 28 at the age of 54 at his Los Angeles home, reportedly due to drowning, had no drugs or signs of foul play discovered at the scene, according to law enforcement sources cited by TMZ.

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The results of Perry's autopsy are still pending a toxicology report, as confirmed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office. A day after the actor's death, his family issued a statement expressing their grief and stating, "Matthew brought so much joy to the world, both as an actor and as a friend... We appreciate the tremendous outpouring of love." Perry's Friends castmates also released a joint statement, emphasizing their devastation over the loss and describing themselves as a family.

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They expressed their intent to speak further in the future, focusing their thoughts and love on Perry's family, friends, and fans worldwide. Prior to his passing, Perry, who had struggled with substance abuse for many years, had plans to establish a foundation to support individuals battling addiction.

In honor of his commitment, his loved ones launched The Matthew Perry Foundation website on the day of his funeral.

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The foundation aims to continue his legacy and help as many people as possible, guided by Perry's own experiences and dedication to making a difference. The website features a photo of Perry and an inspiring quote from his appearance on the Q With Tom Power podcast in November 2022, expressing his desire to be remembered for helping others. The quote highlights the strength of addiction and the importance of collective support in overcoming it.

In addition to the news of his funeral and the establishment of his foundation, Perry's tragic passing serves as a reminder of the ongoing battle against substance abuse. Anyone in need of assistance can contact the SAMHSA helpline at 1-800-662-HELP. Stay up-to-date with the latest stories by signing up for PEOPLE's free daily newsletter, which delivers a range of content, from intriguing celebrity news to compelling human interest stories.

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