One of the lead stars in one of the most beloved shows in television history has died.
Matthew Perry played Chandler Bing in the 1994-2004 NBC sitcom about six Gen Xers from all walks of life juggling love, friendships and everyday life in Manhattan.
Perry candidly acknowledged his struggles with addiction in later years, including 15 rehab stints. He turned his Malibu mansion into a sober living facility for individuals transitioning from rehab to the real world.
Authorities found Perry’s body in a jacuzzi at his home in the Pacific Palisades on Saturday. His death is being reported as an accidental drowning.
TMZ has the latest updates on Perry’s passing:
6:02 PM PT — More details are surfacing about the circumstances surrounding Matthew Perry’s death … as sources tell us he actually died at his own house after some physical activity this morning.
We’re told Matthew came home sometime in the AM after a 2-hour round of pickleball, and that he sent his assistant out on errand shortly thereafter. We’re told when the assistant returned about 2 hours later, he discovered Matthew unresponsive … and called 911.
Unclear if what Matthew was doing before his passing played any role in his death at this point — the investigation into his death is underway.
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Our sources say he was found in a jacuzzi at the home … and we’re told there were no drugs found at the scene. We’re also told there is no foul play involved.
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