Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer were in attendance.

Matthew Perry has been laid to rest. It was a small funeral with a moving song at the end. Thank you for all the laughs, Matthew.

Los Angeles, CA - A private funeral was held for actor Matthew Perry at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles. Perry's "Friends" co-stars, including Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, and Matt LeBlanc, gathered to remember their late colleague.

Despite Fans rushing online to attend a live funeral, Matthew Perry was buried at a small private ceremony in Hollywood, with all five of his five Friends co-starts in attendance, according to US media.

The Funeral

The private funeral for the late actor Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on 'Friends,' took place at the serene Forest Lawn Memorial Park.

The event was attended by several members of the Friends cast, including Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, and Matt LeBlanc, along with other close friends and colleagues.

A somber gathering

The funeral provided an opportunity for those in attendance to say their final farewells and remember the beloved actor. While the details of the ceremony were kept low-key, Matthew Perry's cause of death, attributed to an apparent drowning at his Los Angeles home, was confirmed. Attendees paid their respects, and some captured the moment through pictures and videos, sharing them as a way to remember the event and the legacy of the Friends actor.

Matthew Perry's Passing

The actor, famous for portraying Chandler Bing on "Friends," tragically passed away on October 28, 2023, at the age of 54. His death was attributed to an apparent drowning at his Los Angeles residence.

No Substance-Related Findings

It's important to note that no drugs were found at the scene, dispelling concerns related to substance abuse.

Tributes and Condolences

In response to his passing, tributes and condolences poured in from fellow actors, fans, and the entertainment community. His "Friends" co-stars issued a joint statement expressing their sorrow over the loss of their colleague.

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Legacy

Matthew Perry's legacy as an actor and author will be remembered for his contributions to the entertainment industry. His portrayal of Chandler Bing in "Friends" remains an enduring part of television history.

The private funeral allowed friends and colleagues to pay their respects and remember the man behind the iconic character. Perry's passing is a reminder of the impact one actor had on the world, and his contributions to the entertainment industry will be forever celebrated .

Less than a week after his death & on the day of his funeral, a foundation has been established in the name of Matthew Perry to help people dealing with addiction.

“In the spirit of Matthew Perry’s enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction, we embark on a journey to honor his legacy by establishing the Matthew Perry Foundation, guided by his own words and experiences, and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible,” said an inaugural statement establishing the Matthew Perry Foundation on Friday.

The Matthew Perry Foundation is the realization of Matthew's enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction. It will honor his legacy and be guided by his own words and experiences and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible.

“When I die, I don't want 'Friends' to be the first thing that's mentioned – I want helping others to be the first thing that's mentioned. And I'm going to live the rest of my life proving that. Addiction is far too powerful for anyone to defeat alone. But together, one day at a time, we can beat it down.” Matthew Perry.

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