Matthew Perry was born on August 19, 1969, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, USA. His father, John Bennett Perry, is an actor, and his mother, Suzanne Morrison, was a Canadian journalist and press secretary to the Canadian Prime Minister
Perry's parents divorced when he was very young, and he lived with his mother in Canada.
Tragically, he experienced a difficult childhood, witnessing his mother's battle with cancer and her passing when he was just 12 years old.
Before becoming an actor, Perry aspired to be a professional tennis player. He was a top-ranked junior player in Canada and even moved to Southern California to train and pursue a tennis career
Matthew Perry achieved worldwide fame and success with his role as Chandler Bing on the iconic TV series "Friends." His witty one-liners and sarcastic humor made him a fan favorite, and the show ran for ten seasons, solidifying his status as a Hollywood star
Perry has been open about his struggles with addiction, particularly with alcohol and prescription drugs. He sought treatment and entered rehab multiple times during and after "Friends." He has used his experiences to raise awareness about addiction and recovery.
Perry has also ventured into writing and producing. He co-created and starred in the TV series "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" and "The Odd Couple." He has also written and produced various other project
Matthew Perry is an advocate for addiction recovery and has used his celebrity status to support various charitable organization