In a moving and deeply personal tribute, Matt LeBlanc has finally broken his silence on the tragic passing of his Friends co-star and real-life brother Matthew Perry. The emotional statement comes weeks after Perry was found dead in his Los Angeles home at age 54.
A Bond Beyond the Screen
LeBlanc, who played Joey Tribbiani to Perry's iconic Chandler Bing, shared an intimate collection of photographs from their time together on the legendary sitcom, accompanied by words that revealed the profound depth of their off-screen friendship.
'The times we had together were honestly among the favorite times of my life,' LeBlanc wrote in his heartfelt Instagram post that has since gone viral.
Honoring a Complex Legacy
The tribute comes after Perry's shocking death on October 28th, which sent waves of grief through the entertainment industry and millions of fans worldwide. While the official cause remains under investigation, initial reports suggest drowning as a possible factor.
LeBlanc's words carefully acknowledged both the joy Perry brought to others and the personal struggles he faced throughout his life, particularly with addiction—a battle Perry had been remarkably open about in his 2022 memoir.
The Price of Fame and Friendship
What makes LeBlanc's tribute particularly poignant is its timing and authenticity. After weeks of silence from the core Friends cast, his words carry the weight of genuine grief rather than rushed public relations.
'It is an honor to share the stage with you and to call you my friend,' LeBlanc concluded, signing off with a touching reference to their characters' famous catchphrase: 'Spread your wings and fly brother, you're finally free.'
The post has already garnered millions of likes and thousands of comments from fans and celebrities alike, all expressing their appreciation for LeBlanc's raw honesty and the beautiful way he's chosen to honor his friend's memory.
