Matthew Perry autopsy completed: LA County coroner

[@Pippie807]

This doesn’t say anything about his autopsy. Why do you feel the need to go into his drug issue? Keep rubbing the salt in the wound. God Bless you Matthew Perry. You’re so loved and will be missed.

[@roxannslavik1948]

Let the man rest in peace!!

[@kellidinit3725]

Thank you. Saved me from watching it.

[@claira8601]

Going into his drug issue is what Matthew Perry would have wanted, not just his struggles, but also his efforts to help others who suffer as well. You're the one who considers the drug addiction a horrible thing that shouldn't be mentioned, not Matthew Perry.

[@ziggy33399]

He wanted his legacy to be that he cared & could help others (which he did). His drugs were not a secret for him, in fact, he was glad others knew. ❤He understood a lot and was able to help A LOT of others. He said if someone asked for help he could say “yes, I CAN help you, “ because he’d been through it.

[@grivlergilliver7340]

Regardless of what caused his death it’s tragic. Natural or accident or otherwise it’s tragic.

[@bayareacali]

I've been battling alcohol for over 20yrs, It's a terrible disease. My grandkids keep me going. I have 8 months sober and living one day at a time. I'm glad to hear he was in recovery and helping others stary clean and sober. I hope to do the same one day. RIP Matthew Perry

[@JoannaCubana]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@dianewilliams1125]

You can do it! I know!❤❤❤

[@deejohnston2150]

Congratulations on your sobriety! I wish you continued success!❤

[@69LOLIN]

Keep up the Good work! 👍

[@jonawesolowski-thecommunit9968]

Congratulations on your 8 months. Keep going, one day at a time

[@bonanzajoe]

I'm 82 and still watching the Friends reruns. The story always fondly reminds me of my own "friends" experience while in my early adult life.

[@noreenm8375]

You were very lucky. I’m 59 and I’ve never had a friend group. I’m sure it’s mostly my fault. I’ve never fit in, anxiety always creeped in. May Matthew RIP. 🙏🏼

[@Holly_Fae]

Matthew Perry was going through so much turmoil while filming Friends and he still went to work and he was still amazing. That is talent.

[@cartergomez5390]

What adverse childhood experiences did he go through except for the divorce?

[@JungleFeversome]

You don’t know do you? You weren’t there.@@cartergomez5390

[@johndonovan1786]

Cry Me A River Just another Addict Celebrity Knowing Full Well of Popping Pills & Booze .How Do You think it was going to work Out

[@sylviacarlson3561]

Can you explain what turmoil he was going through please.

[@Holly_Fae]

@@sylviacarlson3561 He had a car accident and was in pain, The doctor gave him pain meds and he became addicted.

[@TNT1719]

I have family and friends who is addicted to or who have died from alcohol and it's really horrible to witness someone you love go from a beautiful looking, great personality, charming and fun person to looks being distorted, mean, sloppy, health issues, balance is off, etc. The family can try to support and give help but it's truly up to the person to do the work to get clean. I met Matthew Perry a few years ago in Cali and he was charming to talk to. I felt like I was talking to a friend and not a celeb. We talked for at least 40-45 mins. He even offered to pay for my food I had ordered since he felt he held me up. I told him I should pay for his food for making me laugh so hard. I will never forget that day or him. RIP Matty 😥🕊️🙏🏽

[@Andre-bk6jp]

I met with Matthew in Cali, Colombia in 1989. He was just 18 years old. I was charming him like a celeb would charm a fanatic. I offered him to feed me but he had no money. I told him,: "Go to Hollywood! California! You can be a star!" He listened to me. He became a star. I will never forget this story. I just made it up.

[@TNT1719]

@@Andre-bk6jp Whatever floats your boat young man. 🤷🏽

[@Andre-bk6jp]

@@TNT1719 Such an idiotic answer. LOL! Any more Cali stories for the viewers. LOL! I was in Bogota, Columbia. I met John Wayne... LOL! See how easy it is to make up a silly story. LOL!

[@TNT1719]

@@Andre-bk6jp Please don't speak to me with such disrespect. You obviously must think I'm one of these young folks you can talk to like that. If you are not happy with your life I suggest you get off of social media and go seek help and stop trying to crap on folks because you don't feel good about yourself. Ok, young man?!!

[@gregkoegel7311]

As a recovering addict and alcoholic this hits me hard. God bless Matthew for all he did to help others recover

[@luxgreen1277]

May it keep hitting you hard. Recovered alcoholic here too, I’ve been lucky but up this could be any of us. Stay strong my friend, lots to enjoy in life.

[@lynndurbin9476]

Remember you will walk over a lot of dead bodies. The reality.

[@tinasepulveda1895]

I don't know about addiction but I have seen people who turned out great after addiction

[@anaarias1627]

All we can do is try, you're making the right choices. Hang in there🎉🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ericvincent7975]

So what was the cause of death?

[@heatherlovesteganandsara]

I know all too well the struggle of addiction, I have 14 and 1/2 years sobriety and I still struggle. Rest easy Matty, you made us laugh and your loss made us cry😢❤

[@annsmith7207]

Above all, condolences to Matthew’s parents, brothers, sisters, extended family and friends. Matthew’s last 5 years is what he wants to be remembered by: staying clean and sober, helping others stay sober and writing a compelling book on the absolute horror of addiction…which is 100 percent progressive. Matthew’s first introduction to recovery was 2001 …he picked up ….and then 18 rehabs and all the rest began. Active addiction is a progressive, horrific disease….and the terrifying inability to stop becomes all consuming. Matthew’s recovery and making that his daily priority far exceeds any Hollywood accolade - and he knew that - which is why he wants to be remembered -- first and foremost - for helping others trying to get clean and sober. Matthew: you will continue to carry the message of recovery from the other side. Blessings, Matthew and all love. ✨✨❤❤✨✨

[@swisstopia]

“From the other side?” “When you are dead, you do not know you are dead. It's only painful and difficult for others. The same applies when you are stupid.” - Ricky Gervais

[@ofeliahawkins9272]

Agreed

[@69LOLIN]

@@swisstopia It was a very nice comment and you ruined! Happy now? 🤨

[@gerirussell7180]

Well said.

[@daveneparsons4041]

EXTREMELY WELL PUT ❤

[@Tammy-d9q]

You’re all I’ve thought about since your passing. My heart weighs so heavy knowing all the struggles you went through. But you kept going never gave up … you have been a friend of mine for decades watching you on “ friends “ always making me laugh , when I needed it most. Your talent and strength will never be forgotten. You truly are missed ❤

[@jasminevidal6471]

Lost a great friend to alcoholism. He was 45 years old. The most wonderful, sensitive, kindest man you could ever meet. RIP Matthew Perry 😢

[@animalloveradvocate]

54 years old 😢

[@mattdeans9873]

Im 74 and dealing with the physical and mental damage done due to my drinking and drugging, even tho Im 43 years sober. We say in meetings that AA is the most exclusive club in the history of the world... the dues are just so high. Though you have left us way too soon, Matthew, you did NOT die in vain. You're a hero.

[@brendawilkinson6988]

Matthew Perry A Beautiful incredible courageous truly honest soul Attractive,vulnerable and funny His life was a joy for us onlookers but a seeming hell for him at times. Watch Friends and think He Still turned up for work ,every day. His legacy a determination to help other sufferers of addiction.I pray for all those who love you and are grieving,family and friends. My ultimate prayer is that you,Matthew, have now found peace and rest from your daily struggle ❤

[@elizabethowens8548]

Alcoholics anonymous is a scam. Perry is a case in point. United States doesn't use other modalities for recovery? See orange papers. First best day quitting drinking second best day quitting aa and utilizing rational emotive behavioral cognitive aa inculcated narcissism

[@kjnewman7518]

Congrats on the time you have. That's incredible. Most of us don't make it past 50 with all the damage we did during are adventure through a ride you never forget. I'm only 37 and am already starting to feel the effects of my pill abuse. Don't mean to make it seem like saying adventure to glorify addiction but when we go through it that is what it is in that time from the first drink or first whatever is your addiction.

[@tabaxikhajit4541]

It sounds like you're staying with the program as a mentor, 43 yrs sober is impressive. Thank you for helping others. Good mentors, who can listen and meet a person where they are, you are needed.

[@pamelagood8077]

What a thoughtful piece. I have never seen this commentator before, but I am so touched by his compassion and kindness.

[@MeganVictoriaKearns]

I agree. I was going to comment the exact same but you beat me to it! I wish more people would listen to that man.

[@johndonovan1786]

Yeah Great Model Lol" Addict's Aren't Good People

[@dewarsbramangus]

Yes but where are the autopsy results?

[@raiyasaleem]

shout out to my blonde man on here for talking about how getting sober does not mean there are not lasting health consequences. One of the saddest things I’ve seen in my life is a human that I met in their sobriety, who is genuinely such a kind and transformed human, having to deal with what looks to be liver, failure and heart issues. He just became a father. He is so present and hard-working, he truly stays clear of the things that one’s held him back. In and of itself, it almost feels like a reason to relapse, but he just hold strong and lives with the consequences of choices that he made. Truly one of the most beautiful in person examples of human resiliency that I’ve seen. So yeah, thank you to my blonde man for talking about that because I feel like that’s some thing that Matthew Perry would value his death being used for… Education on addiction.

[@marylkap6498]

Lovely put ❤️

[@terimiller6814]

My little brother died from this back in 1994. He was a loving man, son, brother, and father of 2. God speed Matthew, hope you meet my brother you're both funny wonderful handsome men.

[@Andre-bk6jp]

You desperately need an education. So sad.

[@spicyirwin5835]

Inform ur man that milk thistle helps ur liver. Prayer LEAD ME NOT INTO TEMPTATION delivered me for saying NO THANK U to lines of coke or meth. My Cat knocked over an oz after I said that prayer. Hell came later for that to me but just 1 example how that prayer worked for me. Had 2 jobs & was tired so my brain said just 1 line. Yeah rt! STAY SAFE & HEALTHY💜🙏💜

[@Andre-bk6jp]

@@spicyirwin5835 That sucks the big schlongergoo. LOL! God is taking it up the backside with three bigger schlongeroos. LOL!

[@exaltationofthecaveoracles8241]

R.I.P. Matt!! Thank you for sharing with us your art, your gift, your struggles, and your strength! Until next time...we will miss you! 🙌🏿🦋✨️🫶🏿💋

[@sharilynwilliams6573]

Sending out love, hugs, and prayers to the family 🙏🏻❤️

[@crystalinabacteria3430]

I have total respect for Matthew Perry. He tried his best to recover from addiction. He struggled all alone. I dont care what anyone says until youve had an addiction you wouldnt understand how difficult it is. You are a prisoner in your own mind. Similar to schizophrenia. Once you are hooked its your voice saying: just one more wont hurt, I will stop tomorrow, If i go to the other shop noone will judge me, I need a drink right now, hope I catch the shop before it closes, I shouldn't drink anymore.... & the cycle begins again. RIP Matthew you can rest easy now❤💔

[@slimdude2011]

A lot of people failed to realize that alcohol and drug addictions are strongholds of the enemy, and it takes the power of God through prayer to go into the spiritual realm to defeat and cast out those demonic spirits that's controlling a person mind and body in their addictions. Nobody can defeat evil spirits on their own because It's a spiritual battle. We're not fighting against flesh and blood (people in the natural), we're fighting against principalities, wickedness in high places (in the spirit realm).

[@rachelyannucci9802]

So we’ll said God Bless ♥️🎚

[@Andre-bk6jp]

@@rachelyannucci9802 Zeus? Osiris? or Vishnu? I love making fun of idiotic religionists that have no arguments. and never answer. I work with an idiot that believes in the "good god". When confronted he cannot make any sense. The best part is that he believes in chemtrails, pizzagate, no moon landing, and many other Alex Jones idiotic conspiracy theories. LOL! Where do you stand on conspiracies?

[@martharodriguez6125]

Exactly!!! So sad that so many additions come from trauma that they can't get over.

[@beatorres8395]

I agree 💯 percent

[@kimclarke5018]

As a nurse, people don’t realize the internal effects the alcohol and drugs ravage on your body. Cirrhosis is a horrible affliction and all other issues liver failure causes.

[@ev25zv]

Pretty sure most people do realize it.

[@jmfia2391]

Wyte folks and drugs... That will be their undoing... 😂💀

[@thegood9]

@@ev25zv just as with smoking, most people actually do NOT realize the effects of these drugs on the body.

[@ev25zv]

@@thegood9 Who are these people and were they born in 1903? Just because you see someone smoking doesn't mean they're unaware of the effects smoking has on health, if that's who you're talking about. I have known physicians who were smokers. I have found smokers and alcoholics to be more in tune with how unhealthy it is than obese people and how unhealthy that is.

[@RichardBurr-Carrothers]

Even knowing is sometimes not enough. ' Powerful '

[@tirevelation777]

Even if you stop, you still got to deal with the consequences of any physical damage. RIP Matthew Perry 🙏

[@n.ll.8796]

A doctor told me once that prescription drugs are the hardest to get off of . The war on drugs what are they really doing to get rid of them ? All these celebrities are dead . And its been goin on for a long time . And its starting all over again history repeats it self .

[@jamesirvine9541]

​@@n.ll.8796lockdown created thousands of addicts just got swept under the carpet by governments

[@dannyfisher6681]

Oh my gosh "THEY" are starting to repeat shit. What does that have to do with a man drowning in his hot tub when he is clean and sober?

[@Eric-be6yv]

That's pretty vague since there are literally millions of prescription drugs but I suppose you mean opioids, benzos and the like? I would put alcohol right up there with them in terms of difficulty quitting. alcohol is by far more toxic though

[@joanleogrande5348]

My brother Ken got clean and sober in 1988 and remained this way until he passed away in October 2021. Ge helped so many . Homeless veterans spoke to the senate congress wrote a book and was a poet . I am so honored to have him as my big brother. I love you I miss you.

[@marytracy2904]

Beautiful. I’m sorry for your loss.

[@lf3541]

For those of us in ANY stage of recovery, this hits so hard...I read his book last year and was moved to learn how common the ravages of addiction are to every one of us, Matthew included. His honesty and integrity surrounding his disease was refreshing to witness, despite how horrific the details. He pulled no punches on the ugliness of where addiction takes us. None of us escapes the consequences, but we are ALL worthy of the investment into RECOVERY. I hope you are at peace, Matthew.

[@mariagilligan7133]

😢😢😢😢The most important thing he wrote in his book is a rehab doctor told him it's not your fault. If people would understand we don't want to be addicted. We want to be normal . It breaks my heart that he passed. He was a beautiful soul.❤

[@doreatheaalbin283]

I work in a treatment facility and I tell our ladies this all the time. No one EVER says that they want to be addicted and lose everything and everyone they have. Proud of you for getting sober! One day at a time

[@kjnewman7518]

I'm definitely going to buy his book. I never knew about it until I seen the articles and videos.

[@Nick-zo6uk]

So I'm curious. How did you become an addict?

[@mariagilligan7133]

@@Nick-zo6uk Well my father notice I suffered with my back. I could barely walk one day. I had ten pounds and twelve pound babies and car accidents. He told me to take a Percocet . I was in heaven. It took the pain away but I also felt like one of the cool people. I never blamed my father

[@mariagilligan7133]

In the middle 90s they were giving oxycodone like free samples. I was hooked. On my second back surgery my nurse friend picked me up from the hospital. We went to get my scripts and she said "oh my God you are getting more pain meds then a last day s of cancer patient'"! I said it's safe my Dr gave them to me. Finally a Dr saw I was in trouble and sent me to a pain management addiction Dr . I am watched very closely. I felt so bad when Matthew said now he has no feeling because of what he takes to stay off the drugs . I feel the same way. We are damn if we do or damn if we don't. His book was the first and only book that describes what it is like to be a alcoholic and addict. He pulled no punches but also made me feel better that I'm not crazy. I have a disease and it's not our fault. I always wanted to write to him and tell him thank you. I never did now I never can.........

[@lilylee5924]

May Matthew Perry Rest in Peace! Such a kind and caring person that was fighting a battle with the disease. Condolences to his family and friends.

[@GROK99]

As a recovering alcoholic, my heart goes out to him and his family , friends and fans.

[@scottieehopkins9857]

What a tragic loss. Rest In Peace, Matthew. God bless his family and friends.

[@helenmayberry6010]

My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to his family....RIP Matthew 💔🕊🕊🕊

[@mattginacarr9601]

Unless you are addicted to opiates no one will know the hell a person goes through. It's like you are imprisoned. RIP. Matthew

[@phillipsturgill]

You can't understand a user's mind...but try with your books and degrees.. -Layne Staley

[@michelle2play]

2. True .

[@schallb6766]

It's a hell they did to themselves, sorry it's sad but I'm not going to applaud any one who is trying to quit. So are we shocked , no. He and he a lone lost his battle. I'd rather praise some going through chemo for cancer . Those are people we should stand behind. Druggies are getting people tired of all the attention.

[@PURDY_POISON]

Alcoholism is pretty bad. Ive been fighting for 25 years.

[@istvanbally2817]

​@@PURDY_POISONDon't give up the fight!

[@LweissTTU]

I am a boomer, and I Love Lucy was the show I watched for many years, including the last couple of years. After the news of his passing, I watched several episodes of Friends. It is tragic that he died, but his compassion toward others will be forever remembered. Condolences from Texas for his family, and friends

[@johniorio7951]

solid boomer...i was more into h. and r. puffinstuf, and don kirchner's rock concert, so it was only natural that i was attracted to the alcohol and drug lifestyle. It all seemed so cool and alluring......I got away from all of that in about 1975...I was clean and productive until 1994 when i picked up a bottle and began seriously drinking....for 20 years......now i have a beer at night......I made it, but the older i get, the more friends I lose to addiction......I live in a rooming house here in new haven, plenty of drugs......its a struggle, i hope to move out soon.

[@LeeHanDSOME_BoyNextDoor]

I'm a millenial (born in 1992) and I Love Lucy has been my favorite show since I was 15. My older brother however got me into the show Friends when I was 20 and although I love Friends, I Love Lucy is still my favorite show. I literally watch I Love Lucy everyday.

[@nenaaa1444]

@@johniorio7951Good luck to you praying that you stay sober and drug free. I lost a brother to drug addiction and another has been clean for many years.

[@rickbaier1042]

Boomers 1946-1964.... Gotta give up that addiction... New friends new surroundings always help

[@laughsalot6847]

I lost two friends after they got clean and sober. One friend, had a heart attack about a year after he was clean and sober a few hours after a jog. The other friend Got clean and sober a couple years ago, she just turned 39 a few months ago. A few days later, her liver shut down and she died. It all showed me the absolute importance of have your heart and organs checked out after you get yourself sober because of the damage that was done. RIP to all of the ones we have lost to this awful disease ❤🦋

[@kitty-vk8ic]

That’s sad I’m sorry for you lose.

[@Andre-bk6jp]

James Fixx died of a heart attack. Go figure.

[@abrahamjimenez2873]

​@@karlwithak.You have No idea what you are talking about..

[@aandreaaaa]

@@karlwithak.what school did you get your MD from?

[@loripatterson7882]

@@karlwithak. You are exactly right!!

[@stregalilith]

No one ever fought addiction harder than Matthew Perry and the thing to remember is that even though he is gone, the legacy of his brave fight lives on. And he was SO HONEST about it, humbling himself in his autobiography so that others might learn from his struggle. Rest in Paradise, Matt, your struggle and ultimate win is an inspiration to all.

[@whatnow5313]

Delusional

[@lisawolfrey694]

R.I.P to an amazing actor and person. Matthew Perry you touched many peoples hearts and souls from your career as well as your struggles. You were such an inspiration to the ones that go through the same process as you did. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends for their loss. May you fly high now and you will forever live in many people

[@BoomerGirlInaGenZWorld]

Friends is pretty ageless because whether you’re in the US, Europe, South America, we all go through that stage of adjusting from being someone’s child to having being an adult. And we lean so much more on our friends during those times than on parents. Love the show. Watch it multiple times a week. And I’m 62.

[@maninblue88]

This really is the end of a great era. Rest in Peace, big guy! You will live on through your comedy and your excellent acting skills! 🙏❤

[@MB20fangirl]

My son was born 2001 and he loves friends as I did!! He’s so sad about Matthew Passing. These new shows just don’t hit the same as Friends. He left a beautiful legacy for his compassion and his role on friends. I think his wish for that has happened 😢❤

[@Zoe-u1r]

Well, I've certainly learned something today, I had no idea that Matthew Perry had gone through hell in his life, he was such a cheerful, optimistic, funny, loving and caring person. My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Rip Matthew, you are sorely missed 😢 ❤

[@Mollykat5054]

You should read his book

[@Zoe-u1r]

@@Mollykat5054 I would do with pleasure ( I bet its a thousand times better than Harry's bloody book Spare) 😉😂

[@susanstancliff2937]

He will be missed. He tried a lot of times to get better. It’s too bad that so many years of addiction has taken its toll. Prayers for his family and loved ones.🙏❤️

[@michelinadicicco8253]

Rest in peace Matthew...... You truly were a friend to all. Fly with the angels and make everyone laugh in heaven❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Andre-bk6jp]

Angels fly? My little pony had wings too. LOL!

[@kennys.2827]

Man, I grew watching this guy, so sad! It's like a part of us has gone.

[@mlady8137]

😢

[@frankk.7761]

That reported hit the nail on the head. All those years of putting his body thru all those drugs, pills and alcohol is the reason he died. Simply and fact. Just because you quit doing drugs doesn’t mean your body goes back to normal. Damage has been done.

[@Catg1222]

We do not know that

[@slimdude2011]

@@Catg1222 If his death wasn't the cause of his substance abuse, then what else could it be? Matthew Perry had numerous of serious health problems that most likely have contributed to his death. He almost died once before and was in a coma for two weeks when his colon ruptured from the opiates he was taking, and the physicians had to do emergency surgery, that required numerous procedures afterwards. Matthew Perry's health was critical! Once your vital organs are damaged from the alcohol and drug abuse it's permanent, and irreversible. I'm not being unsympathetic; I'm just stating the facts. Some people have to face reality and accept the truth about his overall health condition.

[@frankk.7761]

Ok. Keep living in Lala land.

[@nazarethforest8313]

A bit of compassion would soften your arrogance...we are all humans here, all vulnerable, I reckon !

[@andreasantoro6292]

This segment was really well done. I lost my aunt in 2017 after a decades-long battle with addiction, and it truly is a monster of a disease that steals everything from the one suffering: mental/physical health, happiness, peace, relationships, etc. It’s one of the most gut wrenching battles, and so, so horrible to watch a loved one go through. Even after all the treatment, intervention, and hard work, that fucking disease can still find its way back in, time after time. My heart is with Matthew’s loved ones. 💔❤️

[@Cons2911]

I went thru the series so many times.. and now I do see my son watching it from time to time

[@desierhart7176]

I had gotten a text from a family member and said that my former brother in law passed away from cirrhosis of the liver couple weeks ago. He had issues with alcohol for many years. It's really sad. He was a good person. I loved watching Friends. Now a family who is in the teenager years watches it from time to time. Matthew Perry may you rest in peace. May all his loved ones get all the support, healing and much love during this difficult time. 💛⚘

[@slimdude2011]

Sorry to hear about the death of your ex-brother-in-law. My condolences go out to you and your family.

[@VXRGO85]

until the toxicology reports are released which if history serves me correct won’t be for another 2-3 months i’m not going to sit here and speculate that he was back using. it’s a smack in the face of his legacy and to his friends and family i want to believe that all the years of drug use caught up to him in the form of a heart attack and he drowned in that hot tub Mr. Perry, thank you sir. for everything. rest now.

[@dawnpariseau4559]

I believe he had a heart attack. He had medical issues but I believe he was sober to the end. RIP Dear Mathew sending prayers to your family and wonderful friends. Typical news

[@kimnapier8387]

I'm of the same mindset. I believe, wholeheartedly, that he won his battle and fought the good fight ❤. He, probably had a heart attack 😢. My Dad passed at the same age, from a sudden heart attack. Sadly, he was an addict and alcoholic. It caught up with him. Rest, eternally,Matty!! You are loved and will be missed!!

[@dz7a756]

​@kimnapier8387 So sorry for your Dad's passing. It's good that you can see how the residual effects can still play a part in a person's health that can complicate their life expectancy. It's not to shame anyone....it's just a reality of how bad illicit use of drugs can be. May your Dad and Matthew Perry rest in peace. Be well and be at peace.

[@kimnapier8387]

@@dz7a756 Thank you so much for your lovely show of support 💓. I appreciate a wonderful person that is non judgemental and caring. Stay that way please. I appreciate you. You be well, also.

[@vonaninure6194]

Well said!!

[@loribenintendi5843]

It truly is a terrible disease. My heart goes out to Matthew's Family😢. He will be missed. So glad to know he left a Legacy in that he shared in his book with us, & hopefully doctor's to learn from.🙏🕊

[@jeromewatts2743]

Not a disease but a horrible attempt to self medicate in attemp to address the demons (the real disease} . A addiction not a affliction. Still I fell for him and anyone in that horrible place. God rest his soul.

[@clairefisher3132]

I appreciated this guest’s words on addiction. I’m in recovery myself, 2years+4months, and also an opiate addict. It creeps up on people, even people who are careful. A prescription can lead to years of abuse, and just because you stop using, it doesn’t take away the damage to your body, it doesn’t kill the cravings, it doesn’t kill the fear if you ever need to use again (for opiate users in particular, this is a very real fear because opiates are used to treat pain, used in and after surgery, etc) and it doesn’t stop your self-destructive tendencies. I admired Matthew Perry for always being so open and honest about his battles with addiction and recovery, and his willingness to keep fighting even after relapses. And like I said, I appreciate having a guest here to explain addiction to people who might not understand that it truly is a disease, recognized by the medical field, and not a choice. Thank you for taking time to honor Matthew Perry, and being so respectful.

[@dmann1115]

Keep your stick on the ice, Claire! :)

[@MsShellybell12]

He spoke of this very well it doesn't matter how he died it is so sad and when he said just because you quit your body pays the consequence of that abuse no matter how many rehabs or relapses he had I grew up on this show and I didn't really know him as a person but I send prayers to him and his family and real friends!!!

[@Louisehartmann-en1ep]

MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY MATTHEW MAY YOU REST IN PEACE NOW ! !❤❤❤

[@pilgriminprogress6668]

I drank from age 14-59 year old. When I finally accept that I really wanted to give it up and admitted to God that it was a sin, the next day the urges were gone along with smoking cigarettes. I tried AA but really didn't work for me. I have been sober over 5 years thanks to God. Just my experience.

[@MarleneJaramillo-i3k]

God bless you for sharing ❤

[@gillianlorimer5513]

God bless you always. 🙏🙏💝

[@csmith2484]

God bless you!!

[@slimdude2011]

God is awesome, He's a miracle worker! He can do things that no other man on earth can do. All you have to do is ask, believe and have faith in Him.

[@RichardBurr-Carrothers]

whatever gives you the strength, use it. some don't need a higher power, you are given free will, everything you do is your choice.

[@erinbedard6374]

He is going to be sadly missed.

[@laurenlepage1354]

Great interview and compelling support of why we should take this opportunity to have such discussions. Loving support and prayers of healing to Matthew’s family, friends and fans.

[@SherryLee-s5e]

Tell the truth though

[@nilahagar3443]

RIP Mathew Perry. Your character at friends has helped me a lot in my teenage days ... everytime I feel I need to cheer up, I watch friends. Thank you

[@ratioxcmcsa263]

Let the man rest in peace... Why are we going so deep into the negative things he did after he fought through it and won.. let's celebrate the good instead of the bad... Put some respect on his name man

[@FranSanTeeth90]

To show the reality of drug use

[@jlbueno0611]

They have to do this ,because him being a famous and wealthy person, is necessary to rule out any possibility of foul play, this will help his family get closure and deal with the aftermath of this tragedy, especially on the part that has to do with insurance and bank accounts and other financial related items.

[@LynnVon3443]

Totally agree with you he helped ppl get sober he wasn't just his addictions. He was a sweet amazing guy who fought and won

[@reneolguin1081]

to maybe LEARN something! if not for ME personally for those i love.

[@ev25zv]

@@jlbueno0611 What does the media have to do with any of that??? That is handled by the medical examiners and the detectives. Here they say the autopsy is complete, but they provide no autopsy results. Just a shameless clickbait

[@jamespomeroy6865]

Matthew Perry seemed to have struggled throughout most of his adult life with addiction in one form or another. It's a long, relentless battle that I know full well, as my own fight continues. I am so, so sad that Matthew has passed away. There was such a lot more that I'd expected to see and hear from him over the oncoming years, a marvelous talent that he was. I feel his part as Chandler in Friends was a character which the series couldn't have gone too long without him appearing, and I'll remain one of the huge fans of that show. I'm just so, totally gutted that he's gone, and will forever be reminded of this loss every time I watch episodes of Friends in future. The pain's over, and SO's the dreadful war, Matty. It's your time to enjoy the end to your suffering and eternal peace from now on. You're owed it, big guy! God bless Matthew Perry.

[@leighterry943]

Wow, James a beautiful tribute, so poignant and well written. Thank you. I pray that you will be liberated from your struggles, as I can't even imagine a hell of it because I took opiates for most of my life, having a broken back, and many failed surgeries, but I was blessed that I never to become addicted, and after I was finally healed after 30 years, it was great to no longer be enslaved by them. People don't realize that you're enslaved one way or another, by opiates, either through addiction or necessity, and it doesn't matter if u become addicted or not, people actually the medical community, who has no understanding whatsoever of opioids, but they are just pushers incentivized to put people on these pills, will see you that way. Our society really needs to change the way we look at people who take opioids and be kinder! James, I wish you all the best in your struggle, as you are a brave man. I was wondering about this, and a lot of evidence of my life supports, This is true, but I was wondering what you think, anybody, I knew who took opioids, that never drank or did recreational drugs, didn't seem to get addicted, but those who did take drugs, recreationally, and drink almost always became addicted, and I think that was my saving grace that I never became addicted because I never drank or did drugs recreationally. Also, finally the medical industry revealed that people who are truly in pain, never get high because the pain absorbs a high, and that is true because I never got high. I'm just grateful because on top of my broken back and torturous pain, that was all I could deal with, and addiction would've just probably done me in, but the torment of my broken back nearly did. Believe it or not, I learned how to pray through manifestation, as in the lost book of Thomas, and it is what, healed my broken back & a terminal illness, so maybe, check it out, and I hope it provides the miracle. I think it will, for you. Believe me, I tried every form of prayer, but this worked almost instantaneously. It truly is a miracle, and I see why it was kept hidden! Be blessed & much love! 💜🥰🙏

[@Quaker-tc8ue]

He has said he has no memories of roughly three years of “friends.’

[@robinaddis-vaughn7271]

I agree, well said James. And, I suspect that the hot tub will play a role in what may have been a heart attack-related drowning or he fell asleep and drowned. He was probably very tired from having played pickleball and simply let the heat soothe his battered body, what does the heat do, in my case, I'd need someone to watch me because I have a weird reaction to heat of any sort, but hot tubs will put me to sleep in 10-15 minutes. I have lupus, it causes me to become physically ill if I try to lay out in the sun for 30 minutes because if I stretch it to 45 minutes I vomit everywhere and then sleep for hours. But, it doesn't matter. A beautiful man who shared so much more than he had to left this earth. The stars will be brighter with one more Angel in Heaven, rest easy Matthew, your illness is not what defines you, you fought an unseen enemy like a valiant Warrior! We won't let them drag you down, you've got millions of fans who can organize easily these days, and if a show about you turns into some sanctimonious dick who insists on staying on that route, let your fans protect you as we couldn't in life, boycott the station, the show, it's usually a famous person and I don't think she would, but even if it's frickin Oprah Winfrey herself, she's got her "OWN" place and even she can be stopped from doing this. I'm hopeful that she'll be just as respectful to Matthew Perry's passing as she was with Lisa Marie Presley. Just because a person has the gift to make you laugh and they become extremely wealthy or as in Lisa's case, born famous and could also sing. When their lives end tragically these "buzzards" fly from wherever or if they're eagles who've earned riches enough to film from their backyard, enough is enough, stop picking over their lives like carrion! Prayers for you, James. Keep fighting, Fight Like Perry did, I know it's daily and sometimes minute by minute, but you've got the heart of a fighter, just like Matthew Perry!

[@69LOLIN]

Beautiful compasionate loving tribute, James!

[@mibz1117]

Long relentless battle ???save those kinds of lines to all the real American Christians living day by day being tempted by wickedness. Christian life is the real battle not a loser deciding to voluntarily poisoning his body.

[@katherinez9654]

I am a recovering alcoholic and I have been sober for over four years. Everyday it is a struggle. Everyday it gets a little better but it is still hard. When you drink to numb your pain and feelings, you have created a monster. I love being sober but I miss going out and enjoying a beer or a glass of wine. I think the hardest thing is that alcohol is everywhere. TV is full of people drinking. Go to the grocery store and it’s on every isle and end cap. I am however strong and will not give in to the cravings or desires because I don’t have a shut off button. I will drink till I pass out. I was so tired of not remembering and having to say I’m sorry for the things I said and did. Alcohol and drugs are everywhere and I’m so sad that so many people are victims to it. Matthews fight is done and he will be missed.

[@Andre-bk6jp]

What grocery store do you go to? LOL!

[@dmann1115]

You're right, alcohol is everywhere, and party hosts are always urging guests to drink, as well. Stay strong!

[@slimdude2011]

Go to God in prayer because He's the one you need right now to give you the strength that you need to fight the temptations and your struggle. He already knows what you're going thought, He knows everything but He's waiting for you with open arms to come to Him for guidance. If you're not a believer, now is the time become one, and accept Him as your Lord and Savior because He's coming back real soon and when He does, it will too late.

[@Andre-bk6jp]

@@slimdude2011 Which god. Zeus? Osiris? Jupiter? Thor? LOL! It is fun to make fools of idiotic religionists. LOL! KZbin will make you a god. LOL! So imbecilic. LOL!

[@Andre-bk6jp]

@@slimdude2011 Which god Mr. Moron. LOL! Zeus? Vishnu? See how your idiotic belief is so meaningless. LOL! I just love to laugh at idiotic comments about silly childish fairy tale beliefs. LOL!

[@kathyann8974]

Thanks for all the laughter and tears, Matthew, thanks for doing all you did to stay here on earth with us You are loved and we rooted for you overcoming your addiction. God bless your incredible soul, Matthew. There will never be another Matthew Perry...Rip pal

[@rainbowintheclouds6811]

What a sad, sad loss. Sincere condolences to his family off screen and on, what a overwhelmingly sad time for all.❤️❤️❤️RIP dear Matthew, you brought the world so much, and you will be forever missed❤️❤️❤️

[@KarenMcgregor-rm4cz]

My heart goes out to his family and loved ones! I could imagine the suffering!

[@NeilEvans-xq8ik]

Could he BE any more missed?

[@deb3670]

So sad. I love him! Rest in Paradise Matthew. You will be missed. 💔

[@donnamcmillan6950]

No paradise unless you have accepted Jesus as your lord. No one knows when their time to die comes and no matter how nice you are or what you have done in life the only way to paradise is through the Lord.

[@swisstopia]

@@donnamcmillan6950 "I would never want to be a member of a group whose symbol was a man nailed to two pieces of wood." - George Carlin

[@donnamcmillan6950]

@@swisstopia I hope you don't regret that decision as paradise lasts forever!

[@FriendofDorothy]

@@donnamcmillan6950 I gather you have never considered how much of the Bible is written in metaphors..

[@donnamcmillan6950]

@@FriendofDorothy yes! And your point is?

[@kimberlystewart6256]

He completed his reason for being here. Thank you for your giggles. I wish you peace on your journey. You were/are loved! Grateful for you!

[@aliciaries2492]

So many lives that Matthew Perry touched along with mine. I'm heartbroken & saddened by his passing all so surreal.

[@phloblare7374]

RIP Matthew Perry. He was a beautiful soul. Not just a funny and charming guy but so much more. God bless that man and may his legacy endure.

[@micheledimond]

My brother died at 59, about 8 years ago. He struggled to stop drinking, doing all kinds of street drugs and multiple stints in rehab. It killed him. It's a terrible disease and many times people can't beat it despite treatment.

[@galaxyglitterlatte4664]

My uncle died at 59 yrs old too. He was such a wonderful person. He died of a ruptured esophagus which is how many alcoholics die. That was about 20 yrs ago. I do not judge any addicts because I have a food addiction. I'm 56 now and I'm scared of what might happen to me if I don't start eating better.

[@terimiller6814]

My little brother died back in 1994 because of this. He was the sweetest guy, a loving father to his 2 children. He fought it to the end.

[@LIZ11091]

I’m so sorry for your loss 🙏🏻. My brother is an alcoholic 😢he has been in and out of rehab for the past 3 years. I’m his only sibling that’s been there for him through these horrible years 😢.

[@micheledimond]

@@LIZ11091 It's a hard place to be. After my Mom died, 3 yrs before my brother, I was the go btwn to them. After she passed, I handle his finances and kept an eye on him. Many ER visits, learning the Veteran's administration quirks and finally getting him into hospice for pain control due to his cirrhosis and Hep C as they ravaged his liver. At least he wasn't homeless at the time of his death. I was thankful that he died with some pain control at least. I hope your brother can hang in there and he can find a way to stay clean and get whatever healthcare he may need. Good luck!

[@micheledimond]

@@galaxyglitterlatte4664 Good luck as you navigate your own health issues. Hope you add mental health care to that so you can work through your own struggles!

[@CarolLustgarten]

Heartbreaking that Matthew died so young. He battled his addiction. Inspired many people with his honesty. Peace in heaven. You will shine like a 🌟 ⭐ star. Friend. No more battles to fight. Peace and joy. You will be remembered friend. ❤😊❤

[@juliegallagher9222]

My daughter is 13 and has binged Friends through twice at different times. ALL seasons! We love this show.

[@anavictoriasalazar2590]

im 51 yrs old,now my autistic son always watch friends the sitcom,our deepest condolences to the family

[@katiewilliams5643]

This breaks my heart Matthew Perry is so missed and so loved sending love to his family and friends family we truly lost a friend that won’t ever be replaced we don’t need to talk about this addiction stuff anymore may Matthew get the peace and love he deserves. Wrapped in the arms of the heavenly angels.

[@ronaldolamont]

I have to respectfully disagree with Mr. Kenyon, it does matter to know exactly how he died! I'm sure plenty of people would like to know!

[@sashaflip7450]

I mean it’s not anyone’s business. What’s important is that people remember him and his work. Knowing how he died doesn’t change who he was and what happened.

[@retha1875]

Sounds like he had a massive heart attack or a brain aneurysm, some sort of catastrophic event while in the hot tub and drowned or was already dead. He had been physically active for hours before.

[@yogaqueen1527]

It's drugs. Most likely prescription

[@yogaqueen1527]

​@@retha1875hard attack my a$$. Drugs.

[@gloriamcneil5398]

​@yogaqueen1527 you don't know that !!!!!! How dare you say that?

[@TennesseeTater]

I've battled alcoholism my whole life.. so sad he's gone.

[@UpFromUnder6]

I hope you quit for good. You matter to many people.

[@soofitnsexy]

hows it goin

[@lisaallen2156]

RIP, my sweet guy. I loved you in friends. You were my favorite. I wish I had the chance to meet you. My son passed away a few months ago from a drug overdose. Maybe you two will cross paths. Rest easy, my friend

[@sask4453]

As a fan of Friends, loving Matthew Perry as Chandler, this is so heartbreaking. I feel such sorrow for his family, his co-stars, his friends and fans. He obviously treated former partners well for them to speak of him with such fond memories. Truly a decent man, a great comedian, actor, and person. He was a fighter, he was brave, he overcame so much. Matthew Perry rest in peace. The world has lost someone who was special, brought so much joy and laughter to all people across the world 😢❤

[@meepenjaap7999]

There have been so many deaths this year, actors, musicians, this one hit me hard.

[@kitty-vk8ic]

Even if you’re stop, you still have to face physical consequences. That is a powerful statement people out there who is struggling with alcohol and drug May the force be with you. RIP Matthew 😢

[@cherylb2008]

He was also at an age he could have had a cardiac event. Addiction is a nasty experience, it’s really excruciating to live with the shame and pain.

[@TheClevengers]

Such a sad life… he had so much talent yet so lost in his inner Being. May he rest in peace and watch over us down here on Earth. ❤❤❤❤ Namaste.

[@analizapalaganas4832]

I have watched friends when I was in high school, now my 11 year old son watches it, so sad that one life was taken by alcohol en drugs, let us make sure that if we have love ones who are suffering from this kind of disease should get lots of emotional support so they could recover. Thanks Mathew Perry for a wonderful memories as Chandler.

[@rashelelashley]

This one hit hard!😢😢 the last time a celebrity death hurt me so much was Andy Gibb, Michael Jackson and Paul Walker 😢😢 RIP Matthew Perry, you made us laugh so much and I hope you Knew how much you were loved Worldwide. Love from my home country Trinidad and Tobago 🇹🇹

[@NathanLeMarbe]

I'm glad he got to write his book and help so many people. I'll always remember those last years matt.

[@sandyfsmith]

My amazing son died from an accidental fentanyl overdose. He got addicted to methamphetamine and used other drugs. He went to 11 treatment centers and hospital. Once he got on meth, it totally made him mad. He had hallucinations, was bipolarity etc. He was found by a dumpster behind a restaurant with a fentanyl lethal dose. We talked about how it could happen. Like rolling the dice. It's been since August 2021 that I am left with a nightmare I can't get out of. Families are devastated by illegal drug overdoses forever. It's a parent's worst call that you know can happen any day or hour. It totally takes a piece of your heart and you will never be the same.I hope I can help someone gain the strength to push through their addiction. I know my son would want that. I've recently started making a special memory box that addicts can look at designed by kids, friends, strangers, etc and know they are worth everything to Christ and someone took the time to make it especially for them with encouragement and love. They can make it to a place of peace and drug free.

[@dmann1115]

I am so, so sorry for your loss. I cannot begin to imagine how anyone can deal with such a tragedy. Your creative response is magnificent. ♥♥♥

[@RobynHurley-zp9sh]

❤❤ i am sorry for your loss

[@septemberg.287]

😢 I've struggled with addiction so I know what it's like horrible 😢... Please be safe people and try to overcome this poison... Rest in paradise Matthew 🙏💜🦋

[@Nacho-Mamma]

He was clean & sober! And, in the past two years, he helped so many that struggled with substance abuse just as he had been. What I find wonderful is that Jennifer Aniston knew what he was going through, and has stayed with him, calling & checking on him, and getting together with him since the show ended. She said that she knew he needed support, and no matter what, she would never abandon one of the best friends she had ever had. It is truly heartbreaking that he passed away at such a young age, knowing he had so much more to give. Heart disease is something I am personally dealing with, as I'm in need of a transplant. So, I understand that struggling with health problems is hell. We need to quit focusing on his substance abuse, and focus on the man he was. He was kind, caring, and had so much more to give. And, he will be greatly missed.

[@rheedixon192]

This is what I’ve been saying. It is not what he would’ve BEEN doing as of a late, it’s what all the time spent in the addiction. Bless him.

[@Miss-cq6iw]

Eyewitness news just announced @ 12:34 PM that the toxicology results won't be in for many weeks

[@lisasharf1442]

Toxicology takes forever, usually because they test for so many different things.

[@equalityforall8418]

No one decides that their goal in life is to be addicted to drugs or alcohol. RIP Matthew. We will miss you:)

[@davidgordon7623]

The title of this news report is autopsy completed: LA coroner. Then reporter says we still don't know his cause of death and speculates on what alcoholism/drug abuse does to the body. What did the autopsy report indicate? Certainly fans all over the world would like to know.

[@erwinjenkins1233]

My brother died at 37, this past January, from his intestines rupturing due to his chronic alcoholism. It’s such a terrible disease. 💔

[@bettyforde9423]

Never watched him on Friends but love him in film with Selma Hayek. He was brilliant. Rest in peace to him

[@patriciamurray1967]

RIP Matthew Perry you were one of the greats!

[@lpquagmire3621]

He produced and starred in a wonderful movie from 2007 called NUMB. In it he battles dysphoria. Highly recommended to all.

[@marylkap6498]

Gabor Matte talks about any additions saying that they always have roots in childhood trauma. Seems right.

[@MarleneJaramillo-i3k]

@@marylkap6498I have watched many of his videos. Great man ❤

[@lpquagmire3621]

This should help: Depersonalization/derealization disorder involves a persistent or recurring feeling of being detached from one's body or mental processes, like an outside observer of one's life (depersonalization), and/or a feeling of being detached from one's surroundings (derealization).

[@julieannealesrooney3891]

We all love all of you!

[@welshwitch2126]

I lost my best friend a year ago. She would have been 68 this year, and we’d known each other since kindergarten and were college roommates. She’d been a heavy drinker for decades and had developed cirrhosis. She stopped drinking last year but the damage was done. She was put on a transplant list, but by that time her kidneys were failing, her heart was failing. I spent the last days of her life at the hospital with her. It was one of the hardest, yet most precious weeks of my life. She was one of the most joyful, loving, optimistic people I’ve ever known, and it killed me to see what alcohol had done to her. My husband is a recovering alcoholic. I nearly left him after almost 50 years together because of his drinking. Addiction is a horrible HORRIBLE disease. This is such a tragedy. Matthew was still young and should have had many years ahead of him. With his book, and his show, he’s left a fine legacy.

[@verofunds]

The title has nothing to do with the autopsy! Why are you cheating ?

[@cdmc965]

My first thought was heart attack. May God bless his family

[@swisstopia]

The same God that let him die?

[@travelnomad2128]

Once addiction gets a hold of you, you're already halfway to death. Don't start.

[@EvelynSchweers]

Prayers to all of his loved ones. I am so proud of myself, it will be 4 years alcohol free on November 2nd. It is not easy, but it can be done. NEVER GIVE UP, JUST KEEP AT IT

[@AT-zl6dk]

I don’t even want to know how he passed away. I’m deeply saddened by his untimely passing. I use to watch Friends all the time. God bless his entire family and close friend circle. His Legacy will love and live on forever 🕊️🤍

[@LizinLouie]

"Cunning, Baffling, and Powerful." - That's a Fact. Go with Love, Matt!

[@lyncochran27]

So true Ive been clean and sober for a long time now. I do not take it 4 grandes 1 day at a time😊

[@LizinLouie]

@@lyncochran27 ❤!

[@elizabethbrauer1118]

My brother died at 59. He had used drugs and alcohol throughout his life. Almost lost his life in a car accident. Spent time in prison. Married four times. Neglected as a child. I was not surprised when he passed. He died in his sleep. No autopsy, so we can only assume his hard life (and earlier traumas) caught up with him. Heartbreaking. 💔

[@keisharay-owens8841]

I started watching friends on HBO Max immediately I fell in love with Chandler he had the best comeback I have ever seen and I love him I’m so sad that he’s gone

[@poohswop]

Such a professional, kind person. Love your videos.

[@catherinelamprakes7516]

Good journey… sending love and light❤❤❤