The enduring appeal of Friends, and why so many of us feel we’ve lost a personal friend in Matthew Perry

It’s important for fans of Matthew Perry to acknowledge their loss. Even though his character is fictional, and you didn’t know him personally, you can still feel sad.

Matthew Perry wanted his legacy to be awareness of addiction and the help he provided to people struggling with this disorder.

The death of Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the television series Friends, has seen an outpouring of grief from fans and the Hollywood community.

His passing at age 54 shocked both those who admired his acting work, as well as those who followed his efforts to bring awareness to the pains of addiction.