Matt LeBlanc, renowned for his role as Matthew’s roommate in the iconic TV show Friends, grieves the loss of his on-screen roommate and decade-long best friend, Matthew Perry. In a poignant social media post, LeBlanc paid tribute to their characters, Joey Tribbiani and Chandler Bing, expressing the deep impact Perry had on his life.
Accompanied by photos from their time on Friends, LeBlanc shared his emotions on Instagram, recalling the cherished moments they spent together during the show’s filming. His heartfelt note read, “Matthew. It is with a heavy heart I say goodbye. The times we had together are honestly among the favorite times of my life. It was an honor to share the stage with you and to call you my friend. I will always smile when I think of you, and I’ll never forget you. Never. Spread your wings and fly, brother; you’re finally free. Much love. And I guess you’re keeping the 20 bucks you owe me.”
The camaraderie between Matt and Matthew on Friends made them one of television’s most beloved best friend duos. Matt consistently showed his unwavering support for Matthew, both on and off the screen. In 2016, he attended a showing of Perry’s debut, “The End of Longing,” demonstrating his continued friendship and admiration for his TV BFF.