Matthew Perry, best known for playing Chandler Bing on TV sitcom "Friends", died on 28 Oct. at the age of 54. According to the LA Times, the actor passed away in an apparent drowning accident at his home. No foul play was suspected and no drugs were found at the scene.
Perry, who was much-loved for his sarcastic character, had battled drug and alcohol addiction with many stints in rehab over the years. He wrote of his troubles in his memoir, "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing", released in 2022.
Warner Bros. Television Group, which produced "Friends", released a statement reading: "We are devastated by the passing of our dear friend Matthew Perry. Matthew was an incredibly gifted actor and an indelible part of the Warner Bros. Television Group family. The impact of his comedic genius was felt around the world, and his legacy will live on in the hearts of so many. This is a heartbreaking day, and we send our love to his family, his loved ones, and all of his devoted fans."