Matthew Perry. Overview and main events

Overview and main events
Matthew Langford Perry, an American and Canadian actor, is best known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the NBC sitcom *Friends*. Born on August 19, 1969, Perry's career spanned over three decades, marked by significant roles in television and film, as well as his personal struggles and advocacy for addiction recovery.
August 19, 1969
Birth
Matthew Langford Perry was born in Williamstown, Massachusetts, and was raised mostly in Ottawa, Ontario. His early life included a passion for tennis, practicing up to 10 hours a day.
1987
High School Graduation and Early Acting Career
Perry graduated from the Buckley School in Sherman Oaks, California. He began his acting career with guest roles on TV series such as *Charles in Charge*, *Silver Spoons*, and *The Tracy Ullman Show*. He also starred in his first sitcom, *Second Chance*, later renamed *Boys Will Be Boys*.
1988
Film Debut
Perry made his big-screen debut in the coming-of-age film *A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon*, starring opposite River Phoenix.
1994-2004
*Friends* and Mainstream Success
Perry gained international fame for his role as Chandler Bing on the NBC sitcom *Friends*. The show became one of the most successful series in television history, and Perry's performance earned him multiple Emmy and Screen Actors Guild nominations.
2000-2004
Film Roles During *Friends*
While on *Friends*, Perry appeared in several films, including *Fools Rush In* (1997), *The Whole Nine Yards* (2000), and its sequel *The Whole Ten Yards* (2004). He also received Emmy nominations for his guest roles on *The West Wing* in 2003 and 2004.
2006
*The Ron Clark Story* and *Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip*
Perry starred in the TNT movie *The Ron Clark Story*, earning Emmy, Golden Globe, and Screen Actors Guild nominations. He also appeared in Aaron Sorkin's *Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip*, playing the head writer Matt Albie, though the show was canceled after one season.
2011-2012
*Mr. Sunshine* and *Go On*
Perry co-created, co-wrote, and starred in the ABC sitcom *Mr. Sunshine*, which was canceled after 13 episodes. He then starred in the NBC sitcom *Go On*, playing a sportscaster dealing with the death of his wife, but the show was also canceled after one season.
2015-2017
*The Odd Couple* Revival
Perry co-created and starred in the CBS sitcom *The Odd Couple*, a remake of the classic series, playing Oscar Madison opposite Thomas Lennon as Felix Unger. The show ran for three seasons.
2017
*The Kennedys After Camelot* and *The Good Fight*
Perry played Ted Kennedy in the miniseries *The Kennedys After Camelot* and had a recurring role on the legal drama *The Good Fight*.
2021
*Friends: The Reunion*
Perry appeared as himself in the HBO Max special *Friends: The Reunion*, marking one of his final television appearances.
2022
Memoir Release
Perry released his memoir, *Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing*, which detailed his life, career, and struggles with addiction.
October 28, 2023
Death
Matthew Perry passed away unexpectedly at the age of 54 in Los Angeles, California.
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