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  • In this exclusive interview with Matthew Perry, the 'Friends' star talks about his new memoir 'Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,' why it's the right time to open up about his addiction journey, and reveals just how bad things got at certain times: "I'm grateful to be alive."
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Komentáře • 598

  • @crulisonify
    @crulisonify Před 9 měsíci +271

    The fact he talks about wanting to be a father truly breaks my heart. Rest easy, Matty 💔

    • @TakerMJCSfan
      @TakerMJCSfan Před 9 měsíci +17

      I wish he had gotten a chance to experience that, and it breaks my heart.💔

    • @faaaduma
      @faaaduma Před 9 měsíci +7

      Why would that break your heart?? Do you know if that happened, than the child would be fatherless?

    • @mr50und
      @mr50und Před 9 měsíci +10

      @@faaaduma Children change people.
      It's really very sad to hear about this now.
      If Matthew had children, perhaps things could have turned out differently...

    • @maryatsanou1267
      @maryatsanou1267 Před 9 měsíci +7

      Or, if we want to be a little optimistic, maybe he has children who never met!!! Among his known relationships he had so many others who never be out of bublic, plus so many one night stands, so who can tell us that in the future, we wouldn't see women claim to have his children???

    • @amateur_football9751
      @amateur_football9751 Před 7 měsíci +4

      Addicts typically become expert manipulators to get their fix, he said it to create empathy from the readers, I read the book, I got the felling he only tells a fraction of the stuff he did

  • @KarenMcgregor-rm4cz
    @KarenMcgregor-rm4cz Před 8 měsíci +119

    I never thought i would say this after reading his book i stopped drinking

    • @yvonnereid1656
      @yvonnereid1656 Před 5 měsíci +13

      He would be so proud of you. Also, congratulations to you and I wish you all the best.

    • @monicavillarreal3902
      @monicavillarreal3902 Před 5 měsíci +2

      I just finished his audio. It made me laugh and cry at the same time especially him narrating it.

    • @mandyadkins
      @mandyadkins Před 4 měsíci +1

      That's awesome. He would be so happy to know that ❤

    • @bayjustin3885
      @bayjustin3885 Před 16 dny

      Is the book that good? 😮

    • @KarenMcgregor-rm4cz
      @KarenMcgregor-rm4cz Před 16 dny

      @@bayjustin3885 yes I knew it was going to be a bestseller when it first came out in 2022!🙂

  • @daniellemayo4962
    @daniellemayo4962 Před rokem +610

    Isn't it strange how when society judges those on the streets strung out and addicted. Society calls them junkies and etc. Yet we have actors and actresses who come out as addicts and we say oh how sorry we are. Yet we don't give those on the streets the same compassion.

    • @geertruivanbroekhoven7209
      @geertruivanbroekhoven7209 Před rokem +41

      Very true. Help, unfortunately, is mostly for the rich. MP wrote his book. Good for him. But most people can't relate to his story. Spending millions on rehab and help ? Calling people when you hit bottom ? People on the street are on the street because they reached bottom. Period.

    • @animula6908
      @animula6908 Před rokem +19

      As long as you are an addict on substances, only God has the power to help you. Nothing is a bigger waste of human lives than drugs and alcohol. It’s extremely sad. For what it’s worth, I pray for the people on the streets whether it’s by drugs or mental illness or other circumstances. Just because it isn’t publicized, that doesn’t mean people don’t care. There are programs to help them you can participate in too. If they know people care it can encourage them to care enough about themselves to change. I never think much about the celebrities. I usually pray they’ll stop being stupid in general.

    • @daniellemayo4962
      @daniellemayo4962 Před rokem +9

      @@animula6908 yes ur correct, lots of programs to help with addiction..... which cost money. When everyday people bring up active addiction or needing help immediately judged and chastised. Celebrities come out on personal struggles with addiction and relieve sympathy sprinkled with accolades. Which is the main reason active addicts don't reach out for help or maintenance programs to control the addiction cravings for them.

    • @kindnesslove5482
      @kindnesslove5482 Před rokem +6

      Very good point.
      Although I don't think the money helps you fighting addictions, it gives you so many more ways to indulge as well, and get yes people around you.
      How we judge the people on the streets or don't want to let them get as close as we are comfortable with rich people with the same problems is a very astute observation.

    • @daniellemayo4962
      @daniellemayo4962 Před rokem +4

      @@kindnesslove5482 addicts who have money have more resources available to them when they seek treatment or maintenance program
      Money also helps the well off get them or someone they know in a facility instantaneously. The average Joe has to be get on a waiting list and usually find financial resources to cover it for them. Let's admit it, most active addicts aren't concerned if they have medical insurance while they are deep in their addiction.

  • @caroliinec
    @caroliinec Před 8 měsíci +102

    He wanted to be a father...little did he know he was a father to his inner child. He never gave up on himself. He fought for his life. He was there for little Matty when no one else was. He knew little Matty better than anyone. He overcame so much. He was a great father to his inner child and that's an achievement not often credited. ❤

    • @autumnleaves-77
      @autumnleaves-77 Před 6 měsíci +8

      Beautiful comment, thank you :)

    • @adflix424
      @adflix424 Před 2 měsíci +4

      One of the most beautiful comments I have ever read about him. His resilience was titanic and willpower, herculean.

    • @wendywehner2320
      @wendywehner2320 Před měsícem +2

      ❤❤❤

    • @laurenc2976
      @laurenc2976 Před 8 dny

      Beautifully said ❤

    • @weirdmatter
      @weirdmatter Před 6 dny

      😢

  • @diamond-dust
    @diamond-dust Před 9 měsíci +279

    I'm glad he got to the place he was here. He got to write his book and share his story before he passed. He's going to help so many more people and got to say everything about his struggles. I'm sad he never got to experience the joy of being a father. Rest in peace, Matthew Perry.

    • @MeganVictoriaKearns
      @MeganVictoriaKearns Před 9 měsíci +15

      Yes, it's great that he at least lived long enough to recover and pay it forward. He could've helped so many more people over the next 20-30 years... had he been able to. This is a tough one. Very good hearted person. Gone. 😢❤

    • @donpeace894
      @donpeace894 Před 9 měsíci

      His book is a bore

    • @marklaw7777
      @marklaw7777 Před 9 měsíci +1

      ​@@donpeace894read the room, Don.

    • @malloryk8325
      @malloryk8325 Před 8 měsíci +7

      I think it took a lot of courage for him to tell the whole world his true story 💔🙏

    • @donpeace894
      @donpeace894 Před 8 měsíci

      @@malloryk8325 i bet you he didn't tell the really dark stuff like devil worship homosexuality whatever

  • @michellemoats9761
    @michellemoats9761 Před 9 měsíci +95

    His story isn’t over. His story will continue to help others. God bless you Matt🙏

    • @dee8714
      @dee8714 Před 9 měsíci +1

      How will his story help anyone. All it says is that even if you have millions you can still become an addict and remain one for most of your life!

    • @mcflyjp
      @mcflyjp Před 9 měsíci +5

      @@dee8714 To know that people aren't alone. He finally got through it and it is a tale in how to get through even the worst of addictions.

    • @Ovprksdnw
      @Ovprksdnw Před 8 měsíci

      @@dee8714 There's a tremendous amount of shame associated with addiction and failing to fight addition. Matthew was brave for sharing his story, his shame and his fight. It does inspire people to at least try to break free

    • @yvonnereid1656
      @yvonnereid1656 Před 5 měsíci +3

      ​@dee8714 Evidently you've not read his book or watched many interviews he gave after writing it. He's helped plenty of people with his book. He even opened a sober living place. Indeed his book has done so much good.

  • @Jean_Genie
    @Jean_Genie Před 9 měsíci +29

    It breaks my heart that he still had hopes to fall in love and start a family. So sad that he died alone 💔

  • @Bbfanatic
    @Bbfanatic Před rokem +82

    I was his stand in day one 1994 august warner brothers. I'll never forget the first taping and thinking OMG..... "these guys will be the biggest stars in tv". Matthew and I played tennis and paddle tennis together and standing in for him on a canadian commercial he drove us there in his porsche and I asked how it all felt 9 months into the success and he said "all my dreams came true at 25 and I'm not happy"......A moment that this press tour reminds me of......I have struggled with drugs and alcohol as well. Haven't seen him in years but I admire his courage here despite critics. Brave man. Bravo MP

    • @mandyadkins
      @mandyadkins Před 4 měsíci +2

      Thank you for sharing this...

    • @Ytnzy250
      @Ytnzy250 Před 2 měsíci

      Guy was a chump, sorry.
      Weak people will always take the path of least resistance.
      Life isn't about impulsive pleasure.
      Embrace hard work, discipline & focus.
      Don't allow yourself to descend to a path of pleasure seeking as it ends sadly & prematurely.
      Exact opposite of why you took these things to begin with.

    • @frankinsaneandmyrrh1202
      @frankinsaneandmyrrh1202 Před 2 měsíci +3

      Thanks for sharing this. It's cool that he was willing to be so open and vulnerable with you even if you weren't close (unless you were?)

    • @JefferyWaybright
      @JefferyWaybright Před měsícem

      ​@@Ytnzy250gtfoh!!! You clearly don't understand addiction....Educate yourself! Oh, sorry.....you must be "perfect Peter"! Huh? 🙄🙄🙄🙄

    • @TanjiThomason
      @TanjiThomason Před 5 dny +1

      ​@@Ytnzy250your comment aged like milk.

  • @beyonddaylight5556
    @beyonddaylight5556 Před 9 měsíci +96

    As heartbreaking as it is to watch this now, it's nice to know he'd finally found some peace and was seemingly in a good place. RIP.

    • @sandrabentley8111
      @sandrabentley8111 Před 2 dny

      He was abusing ketamin. It's a drug. How is that being in a good place.

  • @Dreamgirl-xd1sx
    @Dreamgirl-xd1sx Před 9 měsíci +48

    My heart is broken. I wanted a different ending, a long life with peace and happiness for him. He suffered so much, I wanted him to have the Hollywood happy ending.

    • @rebeccawildman8787
      @rebeccawildman8787 Před 9 měsíci +4

      Mine too. 💔 What comforts me is that he had many moments in which he knew joy, and he had people who loved him. He got his story out there and helped a lot of people, and was able to witness some of that for himself. All we can do is try to find and hold onto some of the same joy in each day and honor that same kindness. 🫂

  • @mathuriga
    @mathuriga Před 9 měsíci +52

    “You have the desperation of a drowning man”... Truly breaks the heart 💔 So poignant.. Still haven't fully processed that he is no longer here.. Gone too soon.. What a benevolent soul.. 💕

  • @wanieharun87
    @wanieharun87 Před rokem +154

    The fact that he talks about relationship and having kids now says a lot about his current state of mind. I wish him the best. Rise back like a true phoenix Matty! Love u!

  • @cm12341
    @cm12341 Před 4 měsíci +14

    Breaks my heart that he is gone and didnt experience fatherhood, especially hearing him say he wanted to be a good father. It probably wasnt in the cards for him, and the Creator knows what He is doing, but it still brings sadness to my heart knowing that he had this unfulfilled dream.😭

  • @laraoneal7284
    @laraoneal7284 Před 9 měsíci +38

    I read his book and he went through hell. A cautionary tale. Matthew was so authentic. He’s helped so many. His inner child was so hurting. A beautiful soul Rip Matty.

  • @bellroad100
    @bellroad100 Před 9 měsíci +45

    When he talked about wanting to find love and have a family, it just broke my heart in two 💔. He went through so much, finally able to be healthy and positive about his future, and then he dies? My God, life is just so incredibly unfair. 😭
    RIP, Matthew. Your work will live on forever, generation after generation, as will your kindness and longing to help as many people as you could. I know your book and all your interviews will do that. I hope you can be at peace up there, knowing that. 💔🌈😢

    • @cherryanne7201
      @cherryanne7201 Před 9 měsíci +1

      This is what makes me so sad about his death - it's so unfair 😭

  • @gabifgt
    @gabifgt Před 9 měsíci +27

    it's so unfair. he was finally where he always wanted to be. he was grateful to be alive and wanted more from life. he was finally clean and sober and was no longer smoking. he truly was ready to live the best years of his life. I still can't believe he's no longer with us, but I sincerely hope he's at peace, wherever he is now. addiction is a horrible disease that has been taking the greatest people from us much too soon.

    • @ZFern9390
      @ZFern9390 Před 9 měsíci +4

      Sounds like he was also ready to be a daddy 😢

    • @deannaroberson1451
      @deannaroberson1451 Před 5 měsíci

      @@ZFern9390
      It is too bad he couldn’t get any foster children. He would have taken good care of them.

  • @heatherbesocial
    @heatherbesocial Před 9 měsíci +92

    What a kind, genuine, talented, and hysterical man. Bless you Matthew Perry. 🙏 Thank you for all the laughs and the bravery to share your story. You have saved millions of lives. Rest in Peace friend.

    • @lermarankin7166
      @lermarankin7166 Před 9 měsíci +9

      Matthew with his honest, open revelations, shows his character as a kind and giving person. May his story continue to inspire others not to give up.😢

  • @70smusicjunkie
    @70smusicjunkie Před 9 měsíci +23

    I can’t believe this kind young man was taken away from us it’s so upsetting

  • @siobhan28483
    @siobhan28483 Před 9 měsíci +44

    This has brought me to tears. I’ve actually cried a few times since Matty has passed. I’m heartbroken for him. He really had got to a good place in his life, he just needed the icing on the cake; a good woman and a family of his own, but he didn’t get it. Life is so, so cruel sometimes. Love you Matty. You’re in my prayers. ❤

  • @Leiasart
    @Leiasart Před 9 měsíci +19

    I find it so frustrating that he went through so much and finally seemed to have beaten this disease as best as one can, and was ready to really live life, and then he dies.

  • @lizzi7128
    @lizzi7128 Před 9 měsíci +27

    Rest easy sweet, funny man. Thank for your service to the arts and mental health/addiciton.

  • @justdesi86
    @justdesi86 Před 9 měsíci +19

    It's like he was gifted this little bit of extra time. He said himself he should've been dead after he was on life support. Instead he had this extra year where he finally was in a good place and used his fame to help others. I hope he's at peace.

  • @jesuschrist736
    @jesuschrist736 Před 9 měsíci +20

    Few celebrities have a genuine kind heart...He was born kind and sensitive...Rest in Paradise Mathew.Find the peace you couldnt have in this cruel world.I am sure that the struggle is over.After so many years of pain is over ....❤

  • @MtlGirl
    @MtlGirl Před rokem +101

    Phenomenal actor. Truly. Chandler was the perfect character. The most endearing. ❤️

    • @kendallevans4079
      @kendallevans4079 Před rokem

      "phenomenal actor" Really? Do you ever go to the movies?

    • @easye5653
      @easye5653 Před rokem +6

      @@kendallevans4079 He has many movies and Tv under his belt! Look it up.

    • @kendallevans4079
      @kendallevans4079 Před rokem

      @@easye5653 I know he's "done" movies...I'm questioning the "phenomenal actor" tag the poster used.

    • @MtlGirl
      @MtlGirl Před rokem +8

      @@kendallevans4079 yup phenomenal actor. You've heard of an opinion? That's mine. Toodaloo

  • @raulsaenz9085
    @raulsaenz9085 Před rokem +41

    After 31 years of sobriety. I'm just one drink from jail, intuition, and death! My prayers go out to you Mathew and the many addiction and alcoholic still suffering.

    • @yankeegirl3380
      @yankeegirl3380 Před rokem +3

      Congratulations and PRAISE GOD that you're alive and have 31 years of sobriety. Prayers for continued health and happiness and healing. 🙏❤️🙏

    • @cards0486
      @cards0486 Před rokem +2

      Wishing you the best, and keep fighting. I know it’s a daily battle.
      I admire you greatly. May God bless and strengthen you.

  • @alexcarratu5554
    @alexcarratu5554 Před 8 měsíci +17

    Seems like he was finally in a new chapter of his life, which was tragically cut short. Life can be unfair. Many people come into their own in their 40s/50s and it sounds like Matthew had finally come into his own in his 50s. If only he had more time. RIP, Matthew. Thank you for your kindness and laughter you gave the world. Your legacy of kindness and laughter is secure. Thank you for being there for us.

  • @msplumfairy
    @msplumfairy Před 9 měsíci +30

    I got so devastated by his death. Not only because I watched Friends maybe million times over the last 20years, but also I remember watching this interview last year and got so happy for him. I was so happy to see him that finally happy and healthy. Finally. So his death really knocked me down cause he finally got his things together but couldn’t live it longer. As he said in one of his book interviews; it is not fair. It is really not fair. And even though I am a huge Friends fan, I am now not mourning the loss of Chandler Bing. I am mourning the loss of Matthew Perry who had a noble cause to help others that go through this disease.

    • @bellroad100
      @bellroad100 Před 9 měsíci +4

      It is SO not fair. Just breaks my heart. 💔

    • @Krrrrris800
      @Krrrrris800 Před 9 měsíci +1

      I wish he had a lil more time. Cuz when we are drinkin' and and druggin' we ain't living.

    • @bellroad100
      @bellroad100 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@Krrrrris800, the sad part is that he got sober. There were no prescription painkillers or alcohol at the scene. They think he suffered a heart attack. Which, I’m guessing is probably because his heart was damaged from the years of addiction. Just heartbreaking.

    • @Krrrrris800
      @Krrrrris800 Před 9 měsíci +1

      @@bellroad100 Yes. This hits hard cuz there is not any happiness in addiction. It's all sadness.

  • @jeffries1232
    @jeffries1232 Před 9 měsíci +13

    His life was an achievement.
    He rose to the top ,he fell but he complimented his life by also teaching .
    Learnt to be successful ,from even the negatives
    This soul did in fact live his life perfectly to a plan and became a book of wisdom for ever.

  • @MrSmartInventor
    @MrSmartInventor Před 2 měsíci +2

    thos book is a master piece, he was enlighted before he died.... amazing artist who suffered his whole life... gave us fun and a lot of laugh, and wisdom of life before he died....amazing book and human

  • @FatimaSorianoOfficial
    @FatimaSorianoOfficial Před rokem +87

    The moment when he described the scenario of asking his future kid to "tell mama" about "something crazy"... Yeah, I'm crying now.
    Hope this man finds the true love, peace, and joy he has struggled to reach for so long. Stay strong, Matthew! You're on the right path, and you'll have our love and prayers with you all the way.

    • @yankeegirl3380
      @yankeegirl3380 Před rokem +7

      I hope with all my heart he finds his angel and marries her. And that powerful love will create children. I have a feeling he will and he's gonna love that woman and those kids with all his heart and soul. And they are gonna love him right back...the same way. May GOD bless this beautiful man and his beautiful future family. 🙏❤️🙏

    • @FatimaSorianoOfficial
      @FatimaSorianoOfficial Před rokem +5

      @@yankeegirl3380 Oh, a million times yes and amen to everything you said! I feel it too, this time is going to be different for him. This time, his true destiny and real happiness wait to meet him on the horizon. A future that isn't deeply mired in a constant battle with the disease of addiction. The kind of happiness that does not need drink or drugs to be felt and experienced. This man deserves all of that and more after all that he'd been through. May God grant him that wish, indeed.

    • @yankeegirl3380
      @yankeegirl3380 Před rokem +3

      @@FatimaSorianoOfficial Couldn't have said it better myself. God bless.

    • @FatimaSorianoOfficial
      @FatimaSorianoOfficial Před rokem +2

      @@yankeegirl3380 Aww, thank you! :) God bless you as well.:)

    • @yankeegirl3380
      @yankeegirl3380 Před rokem +2

      @@FatimaSorianoOfficial You're welcome. And thank you. Be blessed. 🙏❤️🙏

  • @tashamiel
    @tashamiel Před 9 měsíci +9

    it still feels unreal that he's gone 💔 hope you found your peace, Matthew. goodbye, Bing a ling. rest now 🙏😔

  • @LilyflowerTigerlily
    @LilyflowerTigerlily Před rokem +63

    It’s good to know that friends really were friends. Best wishes to Matthew Perry

    • @christophersanzo1833
      @christophersanzo1833 Před rokem +5

      For real. It’s great to see they had genuine care and concern for him. True friends

  • @jheceniarosmeryterronesmed871
    @jheceniarosmeryterronesmed871 Před 9 měsíci +12

    7:40 to 7:56 broke my heart RIP matthew we loved you and we will do for ever

  • @TianaLadySteel
    @TianaLadySteel Před 9 měsíci +17

    I wouldve loved seeing him as a dad❤ glad he got this book out before he was called home

    • @deannaroberson1451
      @deannaroberson1451 Před 5 měsíci +1

      He would have been a great dad. He had that love and warmth in him and a soft, relaxing voice. I know if he had kids, they would have loved him.

  • @stefanmariaschneider
    @stefanmariaschneider Před rokem +18

    His fate has taught him humbleness and compassion and, hopefully, self-love. What a likeable guy.

    • @brookejones6777
      @brookejones6777 Před rokem +1

      To bad he threw Valerie , Eddie Van Helen's wife under the bus. He shouldn't kiss and tell.

    • @ZFern9390
      @ZFern9390 Před 9 měsíci

      ​@@brookejones6777Right!!?? I was shocked he told that to God and everybody ! Whoa Can't imagine Eddie Van Halen and Valerie was very content with that being made public. Jeez

    • @debbiestoutamire6172
      @debbiestoutamire6172 Před 9 měsíci

      Definitely humbleness and compassion but not so sure about self love. I hope he knew how loved he was and is

  • @felishalatisha6393
    @felishalatisha6393 Před 9 měsíci +10

    Aww he wanted to be a dad 😢
    RIP Matthew ! We will miss you

  • @cards0486
    @cards0486 Před rokem +26

    Matthew showed Diane Sawyer the clip from the final scene in Season 6, “The Proposal”. Then he showed the first scenes of Season 7. He’s wearing the same clothes, but had lost 50 lbs in the off season. It’s startling and terrifying.
    I started watching FRIENDS episodes on cable just to see him in different seasons.
    Once FRIENDS ended I’ve never watched episodes again, until now.
    I got his book, and admire him so much for putting all his ugly secrets out there.
    He did it for one reason; he thinks he can help someone. Help five thousand, or help five. He feels he lived when he should have died.
    And now it’s his responsibility to “pay it forward.”
    Thank you, God, for letting Matthew stay with us.
    Now that he doesn’t feel like a total failure I hope he’ll find his love, get married, and start having those children.

  • @theesunnlightt2268
    @theesunnlightt2268 Před 29 minutami

    RIP Mathew Perry. Thank you for being willing to help those in need of help! Deeply sorry for what you went through, man. you are missed a lot. I got heart broken when I heard the news on The one when a friend passed away.

  • @belialah
    @belialah Před 9 měsíci +8

    I am 34 yo... Today I am 4 months without any alcohol. Quitted cold turkey. Drinking since 12yo...Functional alcoholism sometimes is worse that non functional because you stop too late.

    • @Supermatsch
      @Supermatsch Před 9 měsíci +2

      I'm happy you could quit it. Congratulations!!

  • @heatherleighstage
    @heatherleighstage Před 9 měsíci +12

    So sad he is gone but sadly not surprising even he was shocked at how long he was living. Rest easy Matty, you are so loved ❤

  • @georginashanti4605
    @georginashanti4605 Před rokem +99

    His motivation to help others is very clear. I hope that this book or even just videos like these help those who are drowning in the pain of addiction. He's brave in a way because he doesn't need to open up his private battles in this way. It's heartfelt.

    • @kendallevans4079
      @kendallevans4079 Před rokem +4

      LOL....His motivation to pay his creditors is very clear!

  • @haryettelorrainemakmot4564

    Edit: Why He Didn't Win Several #EMMYS... Beats Me...
    WHEN YOU SPEAK YOUR TRUTH... IT LIBERATES YOU & IT HELPS OTHERS WHO ARE STRUGGLING... WITH SIMILAR ISSUES... #MatthewPerry

  • @yoranschiavo
    @yoranschiavo Před 9 měsíci +7

    He really struggled. My heart goes out to him and his family. Addiction is a force greater than anything we can imagine.

  • @OrchidP1
    @OrchidP1 Před rokem +25

    Throughout Friends with the weight gain and loss, you knew something was wrong, but didn't realize his pain. I am so glad he shared his story with us and is helping people who need help. Thank you for being a genuine soul!

  • @lucymars4319
    @lucymars4319 Před rokem +23

    I am praying he finds the love of his life that he’s hoping for and that his dreams of starting his own little family come true. ❤

  • @kathleentyson6727
    @kathleentyson6727 Před rokem +33

    I watched the interview with Diane Sawyer,it was both funny and heartbreaking at the same time,I knew that he had struggled with addiction during his years while filming Friends,but i had no,idea how bad it became .
    I admire him for doing this interview and speaking his truth ,i watched an interview with Keith Morrison ,his step father and journalist,he spoke very highly of him ,as well he should .

  • @annagetrude5334
    @annagetrude5334 Před 9 měsíci +4

    Matthew is most caring and loving friend. May he rest in peace❤❤❤

  • @muzmuz7822
    @muzmuz7822 Před 9 měsíci +7

    Life doesnt always give you what you want even though you are big star! So we should all be grateful whatever we have and let go whatever life doesnt give us… Rest in peace Matt! You were truly a role model to millions around the world who are struggling with various kind of things !

  • @sarahaparicio1839
    @sarahaparicio1839 Před rokem +30

    Matthew I would of never guessed you were facing an addiction because you did a great job in the show, but I'm glad your sharing your story 🙏

    • @easye5653
      @easye5653 Před rokem

      Exactly, I never could tell he was facing all this. He's very professional obviously. Where as Charlie Sheen even though a good actor, you could tell he was a little intoxicated or inebriated toward the end of Two and a Half men. How both guys managed to do their job still is amazing.

    • @True38
      @True38 Před rokem +2

      @@easye5653 The thing is, everyone looks and judges everybody from the outside but nobody knows what's really going on the inside. You can look perfectly healthy and happy and still be both unhealthy and suicidal.
      There are CZcams videos of seemingly happy people who then killed themselves the next day. You just never know what's really going on behind the scenes but I can assure you, some of the most happy-looking people are often the most miserable, just by the mere fact that they desperately try to look happy to everybody else.

  • @tarak5131
    @tarak5131 Před 9 měsíci +11

    I survived abuse and addiction. My teenager years I loved friends and especially Chandler like everyone else did. The last 2 day's my heart has been broken. I sat and showed my daughter tonight what he was, God rest you Matty, I hope you are finally at peace. You needed some peace 😢

  • @CiaraB927
    @CiaraB927 Před 9 měsíci +13

    It hurts that this was released almost exactly a year before his death

  • @gourlief
    @gourlief Před rokem +28

    I hope that some of the darkness he experiences now can become lightness as he identifies the trauma/terror which brought him to addiction at such an early age. He deserves to find that light so he can find greater happiness.

  • @ellenpennell9582
    @ellenpennell9582 Před 9 měsíci +4

    RIP dear Matty. Your fight is over and now you can rest. I will miss your jokes and especially your face when you are laughing. 💞💞

  • @sadie4me2
    @sadie4me2 Před rokem +24

    He was my fav on FRIENDS. hope he continues to thrive♥️

  • @makaylahollywood3677
    @makaylahollywood3677 Před rokem +4

    "The worst that might happen to you..can be the tools to help someone else". Humble as he is funny.

  • @krazyk20
    @krazyk20 Před rokem +15

    Matthew Perry is my hero and favourite Friends actor and he inspires me because of his battle with drugs and alcohol, I myself I have a addiction to doing pot in many different ways, I’ll have a pot flavoured soda, I’ll have a pot filled edible or I’ll have a joint or vape it

    • @annrodriguez2891
      @annrodriguez2891 Před rokem +2

      Pot is becoming a problem because everyone does it....Enjoy your first half of each day sober ...and it will become your new high

    • @deborahgollette5448
      @deborahgollette5448 Před rokem +2

      I love my new high ... Soberity is awesome

  • @Aristotle-x2q
    @Aristotle-x2q Před 9 měsíci +8

    I'm watching this after his death and it's so heartbreaking 💔😭 rip

  • @littlesoso6434
    @littlesoso6434 Před 9 měsíci +5

    I love you Matthew ❤ you will be missed! You were so strong thank you for being there for me when my life is low at times myself I always can go back and watch you

  • @kprnr7140
    @kprnr7140 Před rokem +28

    It's so sad that a guy who spent his entire career making people laugh has had such a hard time.
    Mathew was always my favourite Friends. I'm glad he's one his battle against addiction. Love to The Chan Chan Man ❤️✌️

  • @444arka
    @444arka Před 9 měsíci +5

    This is heartbreaking. He was happy to be alive, now more than ever

  • @LighthouseLover1989
    @LighthouseLover1989 Před rokem +6

    Matthew Perry is such a beautiful
    human. I'm glad he's still here. 💘

  • @BrendaJJ
    @BrendaJJ Před rokem +45

    ❤️ He's very brave to come out with his story. He is here because he is going to help others. Writing his truth I'm sure was hard, but others will read it and hopefully be inspired to quit what they are doing.
    I never had an addiction, well in my early 30s it was beer for about 3 yrs and realized it was not what I wanted and stopped.
    I will buy his book because I'm curious of his struggles and why taking so many pills. I hope maybe people who know someone addicted can buy this book to give to them to help them. I don't know anyone addicted but perhaps after I read it I can bring it to a homeless shelter to share or a church or rehab center. I don't know where but will do something with it. #MatthewPerry

  • @divine_emiri
    @divine_emiri Před 9 měsíci +3

    Gone too soon my friend Matthew Perry. What a talented ,genuine and kind actor. May you rest in peace Matty. We love you Matty.Godbless always.

  • @kristateufel124
    @kristateufel124 Před 3 dny

    I’m crying 😢…. So sad the way he passed… what a talent and what a ♥️. The book was amazing and the way he must have helped ppl.. rest in peace Matthew❤️‍🩹

  • @judilehman1481
    @judilehman1481 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Matthew, I pray that your desire to help others struggling with addiction will now live on through the Matthew Perry Foundation.

  • @brittney5903
    @brittney5903 Před 9 měsíci +4

    So terribly terrible sad. I’m so sad for his mother & father. (🇦🇺).
    RIP Matthew Perry. ✨.

  • @annatevesbanzon1359
    @annatevesbanzon1359 Před rokem +9

    I remember seeing him candidly on TV show like punkd or tmz and he was so gracious and peaceful it seemed.
    He was younger and at height of his career. I remember thinking that his life must be so easy and great. I would never guess he was struggling with anything at all. Acting really is a coping mechanism.

  • @jod8160
    @jod8160 Před 8 měsíci +4

    So so sad...i just finished the book and honestly i am amazed me made it to 54. Sadly i think the abuse he put his body through finally caught up with him and his body just gave out. He was soo handsome in friends and is so sad he had to suffer so much. Rest Easy Matty!

  • @MFLapin
    @MFLapin Před rokem +14

    Thank you Matthew. I really think this is what life is about. We can all lift each other up. As Ram Dass says- We are all walking each other home. Thank you for your healing!

  • @michaelm4021
    @michaelm4021 Před rokem +89

    This is a heartbreaking story. I was under the impression Perry had been clean and sober for many years, so I was shocked to learn of his most recent relapse and serious set-back from recovery (which has severely impacted his health). I'm no expert, but opiates and meth seem to be extremely dangerous, powerful narcotics that alter a person's brain and body chemistry - making it excessively difficult to remain clean and sober. In contrast, many people will typically tire of the insidious, insane nature of cocaine, and quit the drug after several years. This does not seem to be the case with opiates (whether pills or heroin), as well as meth - as people who desperately want to quit seem incapable of doing so. My heart and prayers go out to Perry and all of those family's who are suffering from this horrible affliction.

    • @zachdee1243
      @zachdee1243 Před rokem +11

      Can't speak on celebs behalfs with the money and people just handing shit out to them (just what I've heard from other interviews over the years - there's Hollywood dealers) but as a recovering addict I never in my life thought something would ever control me. And painkillers just took over. I was nowhere near Perry's consumption but the 500mg a day oxy habit was the HARDEST thing I've ever experienced kicking. (5 years clean now as well as full custody of my two little girls.)
      Started out with back issues at 21, herniated some disc's doing construction. Docs wrote the script and just continued writing them like candy. Goes from those 90 lasting a month to four days. It takes years to just learn how to be normal again. As an addict, from my own experience it's something that's always there and you deal with your entire life. What still helps me is just staying busy. I can only imagine what it's like being in the spotlight trying to deal with it. Hope he keeps his head up, keeps himself clean, and lives out a happier, more fulfilled life.
      Almost 30 now and honestly I wouldn't change it. Made me grow as a person. Learn from the mistakes you make. All any of us can do. Advice to anyone thats there, or thinks they're too far gone - I promise you it's possible to make it out the other side better than ever.

    • @annehajdu8654
      @annehajdu8654 Před rokem

      *families

    • @grimlund
      @grimlund Před rokem +6

      Quitting drugs or alcohol is like 20% of the work. The remaining 80% is the every day work on staying clean and sober. That is the hardest part. Most addicts relapses sometimes in their lives.

    • @lindalamb7512
      @lindalamb7512 Před 8 měsíci

      It seems like it did him in - in the end. Sad.

  • @mahsathemoon
    @mahsathemoon Před 9 měsíci +2

    This hits me harder bc he said I am grateful to be alive but now he is not!😭😭😭😭😭This is the 1st time I am crying this much for an actor!🥺🥺🥺😭😭😭😭

  • @ryandorrheim705
    @ryandorrheim705 Před 9 měsíci +4

    The struggles are real. Thank you for bringing smiles and laughter. I’m sorry you too couldn’t see your worth and light in this world. Be at Peace. 😢

  • @anitalopez8987
    @anitalopez8987 Před 6 měsíci +3

    He looks so good in this interview I was so excited about what was coming after this❤

  • @amit_c
    @amit_c Před rokem +4

    May God give him a long and healthy life.

  • @alexandermatthewsmusic
    @alexandermatthewsmusic Před rokem +11

    I'm pretty much 100% sure all his mates from friends will read his book

  • @elva6671
    @elva6671 Před 9 měsíci +3

    A beautiful soul taken away ridiculously early. We all love you Matthew.

  • @KT-ov6vd
    @KT-ov6vd Před 8 měsíci +2

    Extremely genuine and authentic. I read his book recently and I loved it. It was unreal and the way the story was flowing keeps you engaged. Never knew he was suffering through so much but its very real.

  • @brendastevens9077
    @brendastevens9077 Před rokem +15

    I am so proud of you Matthew. Helping other people, has always been your strength and calling.😊💝

  • @SheRegalado99
    @SheRegalado99 Před rokem +4

    Nothing but love to you, Matty! I will include you in my daily prayers.

  • @AmandaBurger-wd4lw
    @AmandaBurger-wd4lw Před 9 měsíci +4

    He wrote the book to help others not get Glory.respect. rip my friend.

  • @Cici07xxx
    @Cici07xxx Před 6 měsíci +2

    As much as im grateful we got the reunion…I wish this is the matty we got in the reunion! He looks healthy here 😢❤

  • @babycakes1402
    @babycakes1402 Před 4 měsíci +1

    I'm halfway through his book & it just makes me want to cry, then watching this, you want to reach through the screen, take his face in your hands & calmly say 'Matty, you ARE enough'. Sadly, like too many others we've lost to this disease, 'before their time', it just sounds like the end of his story would be just as inevitable. As much as he's missed, I so hope he's finally found the peace & lasting happiness that had eluded him for so long while he was here with us.

  • @user-hk2nj1hq7i
    @user-hk2nj1hq7i Před 9 měsíci +7

    Rest in Peace Mathew Perry. I lost 3 children to this terrible disease.

    • @Tomboyy9818
      @Tomboyy9818 Před 8 měsíci

      Matthew*

    • @Tams1978
      @Tams1978 Před 8 měsíci +1

      I’m so sorry for your losses. 😔

  • @deniseinpeace1170
    @deniseinpeace1170 Před 9 měsíci +3

    😢😢❤ poor soul rest in peace ✌️ we love ❤️ you so much for your honesty and selflessness 😅

  • @csneakz91
    @csneakz91 Před 9 měsíci +2

    I will always remember you Matthew perry. People that are dead or alive will always remember you. Thank you sir

  • @AlexVembar
    @AlexVembar Před 9 měsíci +5

    Great artist with a big kind heart; God bless his soul.

  • @shaunah.creations9233
    @shaunah.creations9233 Před rokem +8

    I love Friends so much. I still watch it 20 years later and still laugh. I love how Matthew is sharing this with all of us now to help others. Chandler will always be my favorite Friend ❤️😊

  • @S_J_banana
    @S_J_banana Před 9 měsíci +3

    💔💔💔 rip Matthew. I only started watching Friend since his death but it’s instantly became my new favourite show. I’ve struggled (on a very low level) with addiction and I relate to so much of what you’re saying and im only a fraction of this guys age. Rip Matthew and thank you for telling us your story.

  • @kennyzraht5804
    @kennyzraht5804 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Such tragedy!! RIP, Matthew! Now you are free...finally!

  • @venadacent7696
    @venadacent7696 Před rokem +7

    Very brave and open of Mr Perry to be so honest about his addiction. Hope his road to recovery leads to more peaceful and happy life.

  • @luvssica0107
    @luvssica0107 Před 9 měsíci +3

    I will always remember you, Matt.
    Sad to hear the news. You mean a lot to me. Hope you know how loved you are by people!

  • @deedee9312
    @deedee9312 Před 7 měsíci +1

    I LOVE THAT he lived his life, he wrote the book, he gave us laughter and less stress in our lives, he didn't have all the answers, he was born and I am celebrating Matty and we will all LOL again with him up there!!! If your feeling tthunder, that's matty making everyone in heaven LOL!!!!!

  • @sdhscrosscountry
    @sdhscrosscountry Před 8 měsíci +3

    He tried to help others with the same struggles he had in life.

    • @RichieW90210
      @RichieW90210 Před 7 měsíci

      He tried ; but he failed. And instead he wound up boiling his own organs in the hot tub whilst high on ketamine .

  • @theinngu5560
    @theinngu5560 Před rokem +1

    The past is the past ..it’s over now Matthew and now may you have a bright new chapter. Life changes all the time, everyone changes and the negatives are just thoughts in the mind ..not real and not you. Much love and wishing you can experience the highest possible permanent happiness.

  • @eileenhohwald3383
    @eileenhohwald3383 Před rokem +6

    Love that you are doing better & helping others! My heart & prayers will stay with you.

  • @MandySam13
    @MandySam13 Před rokem +12

    Matthew Perry was one of my favourite actors since I watched Friends. I loved Chandler, and he did a stellar job playing him. I can say I grew up watching this guy. So to me seeing him at a low point was sad & difficult. But seeing him coming out of it, being strong and trying to rebuild his future is inspiring. I wish you ALL the very best Matthew. Happiness, love and peace. Hope you get to be a Dad very soon.

  • @888alp
    @888alp Před rokem +3

    People are suffering out there ALL OVER THE WORLD..and in silence even harder if they have no family they can reach out to. 😭🙏🏻👼🏼👼🏼👼🏼💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻 Reach out is the first step to recovery even if it’s killing you, i have been there, i know significant suffering mental illness causes. You can’t do it alone. I am so proud of you Mathew ❤😆

  • @lschrandt
    @lschrandt Před 9 měsíci +4

    I’m not a real sweetheart like Matthew. I have had doors slammed in my face and been told by the people I truly trusted to “Snap out of it!” But it’s more difficult than that. It’s tough dealing alone.

  • @sanjanadias3105
    @sanjanadias3105 Před rokem +4

    I love you Mathew , i hope you find someone you love and who loves you ......and even if u don't we love you

  • @iriscaban4454
    @iriscaban4454 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I still till this day can't believe he's gone.😞😭😭😭