Overview
Timelines
Death and Legacy
Overview and main events
Educational and Early Interests
Awards and Nominations
Struggles with Addiction and Health Issues
Notable Roles and Guest Appearances
Early Acting Career
Early Life and Family
Breakthrough and Success with *Friends*
Post-*Friends* Career
Personal Relationships and Tributes
Chronicle
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Matthew Perry. Early Acting Career
Early Acting Career
This timeline details Matthew Perry's early forays into acting, including his first roles, guest appearances, and early sitcoms.
1979
First TV Appearance
Matthew made his TV debut in an episode of the police drama *240-Robert*, which starred his father.
Mid-1980s
Guest Roles
Matthew had minor roles on shows such as *Charles in Charge*, *Silver Spoons*, and *The Tracy Ullman Show*.
1987-1988
First Starring Role
Matthew landed his first starring role in the sitcom *Second Chance*, later renamed *Boys Will Be Boys*.
1988
Film Debut
Matthew made his film debut in *A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon*, opposite River Phoenix.
1990
Role in *Sydney*
Matthew had a supporting role on the short-lived Valerie Bertinelli comedic vehicle *Sydney*.
