75th Emmys Pays Tribute to Matthew Perry's Enduring Legacy In Memoriam Segment
The 75th Emmy Awards pays a heartfelt tribute to the late 'FRIENDS' actor, Matthew Perry, during its In Memoriam segment. It is reported that the segment also honored other late stars, including Len Goodman, Andre Braugher, Lance Reddick, Paul Reubens, Barbra Walters, and Kirstie Alley.
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Pop singer Charlie Puth and the singer-songwriter duo, The War and Treaty, delivered emotionally charged performances during the segment. They began with a rendition of Puth's "See You Again" and later presented a stripped-down cover of the iconic 'Friends' theme song, "I'll Be There for You" by The Rembrandts.
Matthew Perry's unexpected demise on October 28, 2023, at the age of 54, sent shockwaves through the entertainment industry. Law enforcement found him unresponsive in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home, with no signs of foul play or drugs at the scene. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner's Office later revealed that Perry passed away from "the acute effects of ketamine," according to reports.
No estoy llorando, se me metió la canción de #Friends en memoria de #MathewPerry en los ojos ????
Así el “In Memoriam” de esta noche en los #Emmys ???????? pic.twitter.com/2H7JVUG5zg
— El Día es Mejor (@eldiaesmejor) January 16, 2024
¿Ahora quién nos paga la terapia después de esto? Gracias por tanto amigo #MathewPerry ????
Mira ahora los #EmmyTNT por TNT y @hbomaxla pic.twitter.com/RgWyZZIMH1
— TNT™ América Latina (@TNTLA) January 16, 2024
Best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the beloved TV sitcom 'Friends,' Perry's untimely death left fans, family, and colleagues profoundly heartbroken. In the aftermath of his passing, the cast of 'Friends' shared their memories and sentiments about working with the talented actor.
Joey Tribbiani actor Matt LeBlanc took to Instagram to express his grief, sharing a carousel of images along with a heartfelt note. "Matthew, it is with a heavy heart I say goodbye. The times we had together are honestly among the favorite times of my life," he wrote.
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Courteney Cox, who portrayed Monica Geller, shared her feelings on social media, saying, "I am so grateful for every moment I had with you, Matty, and I miss you every day."
David Schwimmer, who played Ross Geller, thanked Perry for "ten incredible years of laughter and creativity" on Instagram. He reminisced about Perry's impeccable comic timing and unique delivery, sharing a cherished photo from the 'Friends' set.
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Jennifer Aniston, known for her role as Rachel Green, posted a touching tribute to Perry on Instagram. "Matty, I love you so much, and I know you are now completely at peace and out of any pain. I talk to you every day... sometimes I can almost hear you saying, could you BE any crazier? Rest, little brother. You always made my day," she wrote.
The outpouring of love and remembrance from the 'Friends' cast highlighted the deep impact Matthew Perry had on their lives, both personally and professionally. As fans continue to mourn the loss of this talented actor, his legacy and contributions to the world of entertainment will undoubtedly endure.