Courteney Cox is reminiscing about her late “Friends” co-star, Matthew Perry, in a heartfelt post on her Instagram account. The actress opened up for the first time about her loss, sharing a special moment she and Matthew had on set during the filming of the iconic TV show.
In the video she posted, Courteney shared an old episode of “Friends” where Chandler and Monica’s relationship begins. She recalled a specific moment during the scene when Matthew whispered a funny line for her to say before it began. In the clip, Chandler is in bed when Ross bursts through the door, excited about his upcoming wedding. After Ross leaves, Monica appears from under the covers, and the audience goes wild. After delivering her scripted line, Courteney turns to Matthew and says, “OK, your turn.” Courteney fondly remembered how Matthew often did things like that, showing his humor and kindness.
Breaking her silence on Matthew’s death, Courteney expressed her gratitude for every moment she had with him. She expressed how much she misses him every day and shared her love for her friend, using the nickname “Matty.”
Courteney’s touching tribute comes in the wake of an emotional post from their fellow ‘Friends’ co-star, Matt LeBlanc. In his post, Matt expressed that the times they shared together were among the favorite times of his life, highlighting the deep bond the cast shared, both on and off-screen. The ‘Friends’ cast, which also includes Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, and David Schwimmer, recently bid farewell to Matthew at his funeral earlier this month.
During the funeral service, Matthew’s family was in attendance as his casket was laid to rest in a private area of Forest Lawn cemetery in the Hollywood Hills. The secluded area is the final resting place for other celebrities such as Debbie Reynolds and Carrie Fisher, creating a peaceful space for Matthew’s memory to be honored.
Matthew’s passing has left many questions unanswered surrounding the cause of his death. His life ended tragically when he was found unresponsive in his jacuzzi last month. Officials have stated that it will be several more weeks before the details of his death will be revealed, leaving fans and loved ones waiting for closure surrounding the loss of the beloved actor.
In addition to Courteney’s memories, it was revealed that Matthew had advocated for his character on ‘Friends’ to remain faithful to Courteney’s character, Monica. He went to the scriptwriters and successfully had a storyline cut where his character was supposed to cheat on her. This shows the deep respect and friendship he had not only for his co-stars but also for the integrity of the characters they portrayed on the show.
The outpouring of love and tributes from Courteney, Matt LeBlanc, and the ‘Friends’ cast showcases the deep impact Matthew Perry had on those around him. His humor, kindness, and genuine friendships continue to be cherished and remembered by those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him. He will be dearly missed, and his legacy will live on through the memories and experiences shared by his colleagues and fans.