Matthew Perry, fondly remembered as Chandler Bing from the iconic sitcom Friends, may have had us rolling with laughter with his wit and impeccable comedic timing, but a resurfaced clip has revealed a line he wasn't willing to cross for his character.
The world was struck with sorrow upon hearing of Perry's untimely passing at 54. Discovered unresponsive in a hot tub at his LA home, the exact cause of his death remains undetermined.
As tributes flow from every corner of the entertainment industry, Perry's co-stars from Friends have also shared touching messages of sorrow.
While fans across the globe reminisce about Perry's unforgettable moments as Chandler Bing, a certain interview from the talkshow Watch What Happens Live has resurfaced.
During the show, host Andy Cohen probed Perry to spill the beans about any Friends storyline he wasn't keen on.
Matthew Perry reveals which Friends storyline he once refused to film:Perry candidly shared, "There was [going to be] a storyline on Friends where Chandler went to a male strip joint because he really liked the sandwiches."
Not feeling comfortable with where the storyline was heading, Perry took a firm stance, revealing, "I called up and I said, 'Let’s not do this one.'"
This reveal led to speculations among the Friends fanbase. Many felt that such a plot, especially the part about the sandwiches, would have aligned better with Joey Tribbiani's character, portrayed by Matt LeBlanc. Joey's infamous love for sandwiches provided fodder for some of the most memorable jokes in the series.
Interestingly, Chandler's encounters with strip clubs were featured in two separate storylines. Once, after a break-up, he was cheered up by Monica, Rachel, and Phoebe in season four, and again, later on, when his boss, Doug, drags him into one.
As the news of Perry's death spread, fans and mourners gathered outside the famed apartment building in New York – a central setting in Friends where Monica and later Chandler lived. Although it only served as an exterior shot location for the series, it stands as a must-visit spot for ardent Friends fans from around the world.
In a heartfelt joint statement, Friends creators Marta Kauffman and David Crane, along with producer Kevin Bright, expressed their profound grief. They penned, "We are shocked and deeply, deeply saddened by our beloved friend Matthew’s passing. It still seems impossible.
"All we can say is that we feel blessed to have had him as part of our lives. He was a brilliant talent... From the day we first heard him embody the role of Chandler, there was no one else for us."
Emphasizing his unparalleled charm and wit, the statement continued, "He was always the funniest person in the room. More than that, he was the sweetest, with a giving and selfless heart."
They concluded with a poignant nod to the show's episode naming style: "This truly is The One Where Our Hearts Are Broken."
Perry, with his unique blend of humor and warmth, etched a special place in the hearts of millions. This resurfaced revelation adds another layer to the legacy he's left behind - of an artist who truly understood his character and wasn't afraid to stand up for what he believed in.
