Matthew Perry’s private funeral took place on a Friday afternoon, attended by his “Friends” co-stars, as well as loved ones and family. The event occurred at the Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles, the final resting place of notable figures like Paul Walker, Carrie Fisher, Debbie Reynolds, and Nipsey Hussle. The funeral began at approximately 3 p.m. and concluded around 5 p.m.
Perry, who passed away on October 28 at the age of 54, was mourned by Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, and Lisa Kudrow, who released a joint statement two days after his death. They emphasized their deep sorrow, highlighting their close-knit bond beyond being castmates and expressing their intention to share more in the future. They extended their condolences to Perry’s family, friends, and global fans.
Matthew Perry had been candid about his struggles with alcohol and drug addiction following his rise to fame in the 1990s. He had experienced addiction to Vicodin and sought rehabilitation after a jet ski accident in 1997. He later transformed his Malibu property into a sober living facility. On the morning of the funeral, a foundation in Perry’s name was established, aimed at accepting donations to support individuals grappling with addiction.
In a 2022 interview on the “Q With Tom Power” podcast while promoting his memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,” Perry stressed his desire for his legacy to be associated with helping others rather than his television fame. He emphasized the collective effort required to combat addiction and his commitment to making a difference, one day at a time.
