Matthew Perry shares his incredible story of survival and why fame wasn't the answer to his problems
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- Опубликовано: 21 ноя 2022
- In his new memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, Matthew Perry opens up about his decades-long addiction to alcohol and opiates. The Friends star sat down with Tom Power at the Hot Docs Ted Rogers Cinema in Toronto to share his incredible story of survival and why he’s now turned his energy to helping others.
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Crazy how his death, just now, brought a lot of us to this beautiful interview. RIP 🙏🏽
crazy about the doctor's prescription as an infant.... i bet his body was waiting for that NEXT addictive thing & when he got that first sip of alcohol....as he said "heaven" - so sad. but IT WAS HIS PURPOSE TO HELP OTHERS GOD BLESS HIM & RIP
Absolutely right!
Matthew is such a role model fir us to Wake up to the addictions that are so easy to acquire and so hard to quit. God Bless him. RIP Matthew ❤❤🙏🙏
So true.I learned things wonderful things didn't know. RIO
He made a difference.❤❤❤❤
Not so crazy. We just don't want to say goodbye. 😢🙏
‘Alcohol wants you alone, it wants you sick and then it wants to kill you’. I have borne witness to this line since I was a small child. Prayers to all those struggling with addictions.
I pray for you. I see you.
Alcohol not only kill people, it also kills families. It killed my childhood and killed my marriage. I’m the first non alcoholic in my family.
Thank you 😔
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Alcohol wants nothing, if a person has a hole in their life they will try and fill it with something
8,148 days clean for me. There is hope. ❤
Woohoo!!
Amazing! That’s inspiring!
Keep going, you're strong!
Amen, brother
i Hope the best for you,
1 Corinthians 3:16-17& 6:16-20,
Ephesians 5:18,
Galatians 5:19-23,
People really nailed it when they said losing Matthew Perry felt like losing an actual friend. I feel like I knew him, even though I didn’t. He’s the only celebrity who I’ve ever felt connected to even though we never met. RIP friend. You were loved.
I've been seeing people saying it's like losing one of the Beatles, friends has been iconic world wide for decades :(
Matthew seemed sincere and loveable. The others, not so much. They seem like they're out for publicity now on Matthew's sad death. I love his honesty. RIP good man 😢
@@JisooTurtleRabbitt. Yea I remember on December 8th 1980 when John Lennon was killed. Bummer man
I agree with you
I agree with you
I’m a retired paramedic and I have seen addicts in all shapes, sizes colors, age groups, etc. etc. Addiction does not discriminate. He is very lucky that he could afford to go to all the treatment centers he went to. Some people aren’t so lucky. I read this book and it was fantastic. I wish him nothing but the best and it is my hope that we take addiction a lot more seriously in this country and have a better facilities for people to get well in.
I wish he'd get more political and help with the decriminalization of drugs as a first step. In my province our conservative government is building a new prison that everybody says we don't need, but as the homeless keep growing, thats the kind of housing he's thinking of.
Way too many people still unbelievably think addiction is a 'choice'.
Yes yes yes yes yes.
Agreed. Hes very wealthy from one mildly funny TV show and has like most addicts taken a lifetime to start dealing with their addiction. I've loved and married addicts and have a son that's an addict too. I have a very jaded view on addiction sadly. I find them all similar and self loathing and at the same time selfish. As we all know they have to get better alone and start to grow up as they never mature until they get and stay sober. This guy does sound medicated but who knows? But by saying I didn't want this says a lot. He's still in victim mode and has much work to still. And BTW blaming colic for your addiction is ridiculous. I had 2 kids with it and one is an addiction. He needs to continue to grow up and become a really good human.
@@londonwright173 Thats kind of unfair. What we know about addiction is that it affects the brain in very particular ways. Soem people can take drug a and it has no affect, others become addicts. Of couse its self - ish, when you get hit by a bus you go to the hospital. Your process of getting better is 'about you'. If you are implying addicts can never be selfless then I have a wealth of samples saying thats very wrong, in fact many addicts are fighting for legislation because of OTHER addicts.
Addiction is a disease, and there is no evidence that ONLY can they get better alone, in fact thats found to be very untrue. Most addicts, unlike most of hte public, already live in a social culture of other addicts and dealers. Nothing ANYBODY does do they do alone. Addiction is now described as a disease, same with alcoholism, and thats why they have AA, which isn't great, but its supportive. Like ANYTHING in life it ultimately rests on an individual, but they certainly don't have to 'do it alone', in fact there is no reason for them to do so.
I didn't listen to him talk, its the issue I'm interested in and criminalization is problem one. After that then like alcoholics we can try to deal with it in other ways. But his position is irrelevant, good luck to him, its addiction services and public policy that are the issue. As you say, INDIVIDUALLY its not like I can adopt an addict and 'turn them around', its just too much. It takes a social stance. And sadly we live in a celebrity world, so he does have a platform, and I say it because he's already DONE debates in europe on decriminalization.
In Canada we have free residential treatment centres. I’ve been 4 times. Treatment centres aren’t the solution. It gives you sometime to clear the fog but it’s recovery groups “AA, NA, CA” that saves lives. 3 years clean myself. I’ve seen countless people come in to these rooms while at treatment centres and then once the rehab stint is done, not come around anymore and then end up dead or back in prison or rehab again. AA is the only thing that works and has worked for almost 100 years. Mathew knows this well and addicts and alcoholics know this very well. It’s the ignorant public who for some reason think it’s a cult that deters sick people from walking through a door and asking for help. All AA is is 1 alcoholic helping another. There is no forced religion, no forced anything. I sat beside an atheist today, nobody cares. Once we can stop stigmatizing groups then we can really help people. But we can’t even stop stigmatizing the sick, let alone the solution. It’s obviously an anonymous program but as someone who attends meetings I can tell you that everything he is saying about addiction and the solution is coming from a place of AA. We speak a language and he is speaking it and I love it.
Rest easy Matthew, your impact on a generation can't be understated 😢🕊
Sad sad day… RIP
Lol. Yeah… come on. Sad that he killed himself over years despite having all the chances and resources in the world, but he did. Another Hollywood punk in the end. And no… chandler didn’t change the world…
Recent generations have no perspective and overdramatize everything.
@@datacipher No matter what people's opinions of the man, I'll even agree the changing the world stuff is a bit strong - he had people that liked him and ones he didn't. But there's no doubt that you're a sad fella. And if you're not, you're lucky that you're too naive to have a real look at yourself.
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@@datacipher My Grandfather smoked his whole life. I was about 10 years old when my mother said to him, 'If you ever want to see your grandchildren graduate, you have to stop immediately.'. Tears welled up in his eyes when he realized what exactly was at stake. He gave it up immediately. Three years later he died of lung cancer. It was really sad and destroyed me. My mother said to me- 'Don't ever smoke. Please don't put your family through what your Grandfather put us through." I agreed. At 28, I have never touched a cigarette. I must say, I feel a very slight sense of regret for never having done it, because your post gave me cancer anyway.
My heart breaks for this beautiful man. No one knows how hard he struggled.
I do. I've been drinking for 43 years. How I survived, I don't know. If Matthew had admitted to using, instead of saying he could help his fellow addicts, he would have found a world of support~the "penguins," as he described his friends, especially. But you can't help an addict until you are 100% clean and sober, and he never was.
My mother was an alcoholic and eventually died from her addiction. I found her passed away at her home. Reading about Matthew’s addiction has given me a different point of view . It’s like he’s explaining exactly how she felt , why it was so hard for her to stop. It is a massively misunderstood disease that deserves far more understanding and respect.
I hope he found some peace ❤
I was touched by your message❤ after a life time of alcohol abuse I am finally 2 years sober at the age of 70. Its a miracle, and compassionate friends and family and trained support workers , are the reason I have been able to achieve my aim . To own my alcoholism was the beginning of recovery . Matthew Perry helped me a lot , witnessing some of his struggle and , in later years his path to recovery . The honesty of people like Matthew is so very brave , and helps break down the myths about addiction . Matthew brought joy and honesty as a person and I miss him even though I didn't know him. R.I.P. dear soul 🙏🙏🙏
@@frannyyamuna I have so much respect for anyone who manages to beat addiction . Even the people who try and fail , at least they tried . I grew up with addiction. It took my childhood from me . I lost my father to cancer , so I couldn’t understand why she was choosing to destroy her health . It took me a long time to realise it wasn’t her choice . It is a disease .
Well done for overcoming this illness and please continue to fight on ❤️
Omg! Its like you reading my mind. My father was an alcoholic and it killed him. I have never forgave him till i read Matthews book. Its eye opening isnt it!
@@dianahalili1658 the trouble with my mother was she never admitted she had a problem . She ‘ just liked a drink ‘ so she never sought out help or even tried to detox, not once … she even turned up to my wedding drunk and made a scene . I was forced to care for her and I hated what she was doing to our family … but she was ill . I wish I knew then what I know now !
Matthews book helped me forgive and to make peace with the past . He was a wonderful human being
It's only misunderstood by those who either consciously choose not to study the massive amounts of available data on it, or who don't have the IQ to do so. He's so ridiculously far from the first addict to describe EVERY word of this. My Mom (68), and younger brother (43) both died from addiction (alcohol as the primary for both). It's a cruel, awful, heartbreaking disease. It's deeply frustrating and profoundly painful for those who love an addict. RIP to Matthew AND anyone/everyone else whose life was cut short by this tragic illness. Including your Mom... I relate. I'm so grateful he was an outspoken advocate for addicts and that this book was released prior to the end of his life. His fight is over.... may he rest easy at last.
"When I die I don't want Friends to be the first thing that's mentioned." - Matthew Perry
He wants to be remembered for his impact on helping people struggling with addiction and alcoholism. Rest easy Matthew.
and yet that's exactly what's happening( I know people have good intentions but i still feel sorry for him because there was so much more to him than Chandler
Agreed. Good on ya, Mr Perry, I hope you will.
His friends co-star failed him to be a true friend when he was alive. RIP Mathew Perry. Your book will inspire more people in real life than your so so co stars in reel
@@bdkB134why are you saying that? They were all loving and supportive to him.
@@bdkB134 Huh? Jennifer Anniston was one of the best support systems during his struggles. She was there for him and it’s written in his book.
I celebrated 17 years clean and sober back in August but around this time last year I almost went back out, was going through a horrible time. I read Matt's book cover to cover and I credit that experience for helping to keep me sober. Rip Matt and THANK YOU
Sending healing streams of grace to your every cell
Hang in there Shaun. I'm rooting for you!
Me too, I am rooting for you!!
I wish you generous things from life Shaun
Incredible job 💪👍🌟
When Matthew speaks about feeling better after a drink, I knew what he meant. This life is so harsh and it's difficult to fit in. I think he was a sensitive soul who struggled with this life. I hope his Legacy will help others with addiction. Rest in Peace Matthew, you will be missed.
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Yea I completely understand.
I feel more at ease with life.
his life wasnt harsh , but he just couldnt get a hold of this addiction.
@@tankthearc9875 Yeah but mental illness and addiction don't care if you're rich, famous, have people who love you. Mental illness and addiction can and will still take you
He was very sensitive. In friends interview Lisa made it sound like they all keep in contact. But when James corden asked "who doesn't pick-up" he said no one calls me then breaks down in tears.
He was very lonely too i feel and missed his "friends" cast.
this interview helped me make peace with him passing. he, obviously, finally had a goal, had forgiven himself, and despite of his health issues he still was witty and still a beautiful person who helped a lot of us. Thank you Matthew
From an Irish family, full of drinking, arguments, death, I am so desperately sorry that MP has come to an early end. My son is recovering, I have sent this to him. Thank you. RIP Matthew Perry.
Death is not a bad thing, he was ready, and that’s why he left. Great people sometimes chose a short stay.
@@enchiladasqueretanasthere’s no choice in addiction.
Do u think the irish have more addiction than others.
@@sharonsparks900 There is a choice. You just choose not to do it. Simple. If you can't, you're weak, and you're not a man.
Oh do I KNOW THE LIFE STYLE FOR MY BROTHERS, NEPHEWS UNCLES, AND I AM ALSO IRISH BLESS YOU HON AND MP
As an early intervention therapist, an attachment and trauma specialist for more than 40 yrs, it is upsetting to hear what Matthew's parents were told to do. I heard laughter in the audience because they do not understand what he is saying. But it is SO IMPORTANT for the public to learn and hear the impact of a Dr's prescription of phenobarbital to a 30 day old infant, for 30 days. I think what he doesn't realize even to this day is that his infant self became accustomed to this substance: it is not genetic, it is not a "disease" as such, but a result of early exposure to a highly addictive substance, ie phenobarbital. This is an early adaptation for need of a substance, fed to this baby Matthew. This is not ok, it is tragic - and the effect on Matthew's life has been profound. But he is strong, intact and here to make a statement. Please read Gabor Mate's books, In the Realm of Hungry Ghosts, and his recent book The Myth of Normal to gain greater understanding of addictions. Thank you, Matthew Perry, for being brave and determined to share your personal history.
TY for sharing. I totally agree with you.
the sad part is that he had to go through withdrawal as a baby!! can you imagine the pain, helplessness and confusion??!! this surely must've damaged him and set him up for addiction later on. anything intense like that gets seared into one's subconscious and must be dealt with eventually.
Yes to Dr. Gabor Mate, his depth of understanding is amazing 👍
Look up Within Heaven's Gates by Rebecca Springer 😇
I can't believe you don't know how genetic alcoholism is. I mean the stuff his parents gave him may have exacerbated it. I do agree there. But for alcoholics with that gene, they all, every one, have that exact same 1st time experience with alcohol that people without the genes don't experience. Our body metabolizes alcohol differently than normal people from the get go. We experience the insane cravings from the 1st time because of that metabolizing. For many of us that had nothing as a child, we experience the exact same thing he experienced. My buddy drank 2 wine coolers, I drank 10 until it was all gone. That was my first time at 16 years old. But numbers have proven that the chance of being alcoholic is largely determined by the family history. For people like us, we are alcoholic long before we ever take the 1st drink. We don't drink ourselves into alcoholism.
Feels like going to a funeral of someone who is still able to communicate. You achieved everything you asked for here. Rest well my friend
So true! 👌👏👏👏
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Amen 🙏
That is a crazy way to put it but it does feel like that 😢❤
His opening story brought back a memory. When I was 8, I saw my aunt giving my 3 year old cousin sips of beer at a family gathering. I was shocked and questioned her doing that. She chastised me, saying, "Oh it's good for him". He drank himself to death by the time he was 30. I guess at 8, I was wise beyond my years.
I am so very saddened that the "rest of his life" was only 11 months. He struggled so much in his life, but brought so much joy to many, myself included. He was brave to share his story. I pray it helps many people like he wanted it to. RIP Matthew. I pray God has brought you peace and comfort. Thank you for all the laughs, and I am so sorry that your life ended too soon.
I can't stop thinking about that, too. Yes, heartbreaking, to say the least.
RIP dear mathew
I didn't follow Friends at all in the 90s but after he died I started watching videos of him talking about addiction and his struggles with it. And I found that very illuminating and revealing. I guess we should now all know why he talked with such directness and gravity in his voice about his matter - he clearly knew he was near death. And the world's lost a voice that was badly needed to shine light on this vital issue. Not one human being, not one soul, has gained anything from this person's death. We've lost, we've all lost.
Other babies may have been given this too for colic. (Phenobarbital) Not sure. Maybe this was given in the olden days before 1970. Hope it did not have long term affects on him though. May never know
What were the autopsy results? Anyone know?
As a fellow addict I truly hope your brutal honesty and bravery in sharing will be your legacy
Rest now 🙏
Rest well, Matt. You are deeply loved. You left a monumental legacy by speaking your truth.
Calm down. He just left a mediocre show behind. That's it.
my wife and I are so saddened by Matthew’s death and we weren’t even avid watchers of the friends series when it was on. But there’s something about his honesty and vulnerability that is touching and inspiring.
Well said. Agree. He pretty much bore his soul
So true...such inner strength to do so...
The interviewer is a very sensitive, empathic and sensible person, and now that Mr. Perry has sadly passed, I am very grateful to him for that.
He’s the wonderful Tom Power, a Newfoundland musician and longtime host of CBC Radio One’s Q. Love his warmth and approachability. ❤
I felt the same thing. Seemed like he knew he was dealing with someone very likely high as a kite at the moment, talking about helping others with addiction.
Can you be anymore honest?
The world is better because you lived in it.
Love you,
Rest In Peace.
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Anyone else watching this just days after his passing? This should be required reading (watching) for addicts or anyone. He helped many just by telling his story. Farewell friend.
WAKE UP!!!!!! HE WAS ON ZEE PLANE!!!!
Yes ma’am. I don’t wanna die.
Here here
@lynnholler3599 then why wasn't he in prison!?
@@lynnholler3599😢
Mathew seemed to have reached a good place before his passing. He seemed happy and had a focus for what was important to him so I’m glad he made it there. His acting work will be remembered and celebrated. His advocacy will be appreciated and his openness and honesty will continue to help people. Condolences to all his loved ones. Rest in Peace Mathew, you will be greatly missed.
His book is incredibly powerful to other addicts. It feels like he was given one last mission to help as many people as possible, whilst sober, before he had to go. The book, and these interviews that he did to publicise them, will absolutely save lives.
I feel certain it will absolutely not save lives. I had an alcoholic/cocaine-addicted partner for 15 years. So I know addicts. And I know the hard truth - they will not get better until they actually want to.
I learned this the long, hard way, by wasting 15 years of my life trying to save someone who did not ever, in all that time, even get to the 1st step of admitting that he was an addict/alcoholic.
So. The book will not save lives, because the only way alcoholics/addicts get better is if they realize it themselves. A book can't make them realize it. A partner can't, a wife can't, a family can't - only they can.
The realization has to come from them, not a book.
On top of that, I guarantee you that addicts are not going to be reading this book, because denial goes hand-in-hand with addiction - the last thing on earth an addict is going to do is read about addiction. They're too busy denying it.
I agree!
Well said ... only just in time before he died. Sad.
@@sharonmorine5407 There is a free audio book of it on RUclips.
@@sharonmorine5407 I hope you do still read it Sharon - I don't know if I read it as the legacy he wanted to leave when I read it before he passed away, but it certainly feels like that's what it is now. It deserves to be read by many, for years to come.
I lost my 24 year old son to alcoholism this year. He was my heart. We (my son and I) struggled for years to get him help but found none, despite multiple trips to psychologists, doctors, hospital stays and rehab. He was such a huge fan of Friends and Matthew Perry. I can’t help but wish this book had come sooner, that this interview had come sooner…my son hated himself because of his disease and I wish he’d had the chance to hear a person he so admired and who was bigger than life, with all the fame and money imaginable, say two things~ that having the dream life doesn’t fix what’s broken inside you, and that it’s not your fault. Thank you Matthew for your honesty, your bravery, and your vulnerability. You will help more people than you can possibly imagine. Godspeed.
He is very young to die to liver problems. Or were there shenanigans in the hospital? A girl who works for my girlfriend died from drinking and the family is not being given the coroners report after several months.
I am so sorry for your loss. I can't imagine. 😪💔
I am sorry for your loss
Sorry for your loss
I am so terribly sorry for the loss of your son!
My younger brother suffered from Alcoholism. He began drinking as a teenager. We both grew up with our Dad being an Alcoholic. A few years before my brother’s death at 34 years old, he came to me and wanted to go to a Rehab. I took him to the closest Emergency Room near my home trying to get him help with detoxing. At first, the Hospital refused to treat my brother. However, after seeing how emotional I was trying to get my brother help…one of the Hospital Staff Members put my brother and myself in a backroom in the Hospital. It took over twelve (12) hours before my brother began to show severe detoxification symptoms. He was admitted to the Hospital at that time. On the next day, when I went to visit my brother, he had been moved into an Intensive Cardiac Care Unit. Apparently there was an issue going on with my brother’s heart. He stayed in that Hospital for two (2) weeks and was going to be released. However, because my brother had no Health Insurance, the Hospital Social Worker and myself were not able to have my brother admitted into any type of an Alcoholic Rehabilitation Facility. My brother died on March 27, 2003. His Autopsy revealed that his death was caused but Cardiomyopathy which was from drinking excessive amounts of Alcohol. Sometimes when a person wants and needs help…there is none available!
This is one of the most honest interviews I've ever seen - he was so open, relaxed, didn't try to play Chandler or be funny, and so vulnerable. It is such a great discovery of this beautiful person who suffered much but still stayed so deeply human. Rest in peace Matthew, we will remember you like this.
Hate to say it but he’s probably high. The way he’s talking sounds like it too… slightly slurring. This isn’t a criticism of him or his character… but I’ve been around people on opiates and this is exactly how they talk when they’ve taken a LOT.
@@neomacchio4692I did notice that also and he looked a tad rough... no offence...
Many people talk like this without being "high", and he wasn't young anymore, things change. And I think he was under specific doctor medication nevertheless, exactly because of his addictions etc
He had several surgeries a few of which resulted in comas. Basically he sounds like a person recovering from a stroke. My gramma had several diabetes related strokes back in the day and it caused slurred speech and even some facial paralysis
Complete human interview ❤❤
I admire Matthew's vulnerability and that he opened up in the way he had about something so personal. Rest easy💔
I was a full blown addict/junkie for 13 years and i know exactly the struggle he went through and addiction doesnt care what your age is or what race you are, addiction has one purpose in the end and that is to ultimately take your life in every sense of the word. I lost everything and everyone and then i was reborn the day my daughter was born, she saved my life. I will never use again cause my baby girl needs her daddy in her life forever. To all the addicts out there, i feel your pain, but believe me, there is hope and there is a way out of that life, please dont let yourself be just another statistic. Your life means something, believe in yourselves like i chose to believe in myself.
Now THIS IS BEAUTIFUL! ❤ LOVE SAVED YOUR LIFE 💓 I LOVE THIS!! People like you should SHARE THIS STORY. Celebrities aren't the ONLY ONES who make a difference. Souls like you!!! And thank you and God Bless and thank you for THIS BEAUTIFUL Share and TESTAMENT that turned your life around 💕💖 👏 BRAVO! PLEASE GET OUT ON LINE and share this. BLESSINGS 💞🙏
I am so happy for you! Our oldest struggled for years, but is currently doing extremely well. One day at a time is what they always say, but she used to say that and end up back to rock bottom. Now she says never again. I'll always worry, but I try to spend more time being grateful for how well she's doing right now.
Keep fighting . Congratulations on sobriety
I don't care about you at all. :)
@@adriantrusca1245 This comment is extremely rude. I don't understand why you felt the need to make it. It's also strange that you included a winky face.
Everyone in the comments supports Matthew (understandably), but I also would like to pay my respect to the interviewer. Witty, funny, polite an on point, awesome job!
Tom Power is a class act - best male radio host in Western culture in my humble opinion big claim, but I'm making it). He's just so authentic and thoughtful. Check him out on Q on CBC!
@@trashleigh87 never seen him before but yes Integrity humour intelligence all the things that as tr important to me plus darling chandler of course lovely lovely man
He’s a fellow Newfoundlander! We have love and kindness and an ease for making others comfortable that’s naturally embedded in our souls ❤❤❤❤
Haven’t watched yet, just picked this up.
Looking forward to it.
I sooooo hope this helps him conquer (or at least keep it under control) that horrible disease!
@@OMGAnotherday enjoy it's an amazing book
Let’s celebrate the interviewer - engaged his guest with grace, wit, charm and support.
Yes, he is great.
Tom Power is fantastic!!
Agreed! This interviewer is very talented.
Yes…truly fantastic. No fawning and no gotchas
Ha ha ha. The interviewer can’t stand not being the focus.
We all struggle to some extent from addiction. And it's by design. Phones, drama, sugar, endorphins, etc. Thank you Matthew.
You have no clue what he is talking about… if you compare his addictions to the ones you listed.
@@mgm579nope YOU are the one without a clue. This toxic bullshit has no place in this world. Who the hell are you to dictate how someone else finds sobriety?
@@mischaraine1645phone addiction is somewhat relevant but yes you can still be highly functional with phone addiction. But depression can still increase because of phones
Imagine you have a severe panic attack, and severe case of the flu everytime you put your phone down, or don't eat sugar, lasts for 30-60 days and that's what opiate addiction is like.
No we don't. There's no shortage of people who don't struggle with addiction.
This makes me just want to hug him. Hug him to thank him for his bravery, his honesty, his heart, and his talent that he shared with us all. Growing up with an alcoholic teaches you it isn’t a choice. It is a disease and like he said, it doesn’t mean you’re weak by any means. My heart break for his family and friends, because I know the pain of losing a recovering alcoholic once they are getting their life back on the right path, are repairing relationships and have a vision to accomplish so much more. His words will live on and continue to heal more lives long after we are gone.
His transparency and harsh honesty here about his addiction will stick with me forever. It's not easy. RIP brother.
Wow the thing he said about wanting his mother's attention is powerful..we parents have no idea how our small gestures are huge for our kids. I will always try to remember this for my little one..
This part BROKE MY HEART!!! 😭😭😭💔💔💔
@@sharinmythoughts2510me too!
...yes, it is really important, and it's also a huge reason as to why the addiction takes over. Parents' love is so important to a child, and has a lifelong impact.
As a parent thankful for the advice like this given to me, to intentionally get on your chill speed around them and NOTICE them. Miracles occurred when I did that around my little one. They feel seen and that love sinks deep in them.
Yes!
I always got this sense that he didn’t ever feel like he was good enough & that makes me so sad bc he was good enough. He was and will always be an inspiration. He went through hell and back & the fact he stood up every day & was able to bring Chandler Bing to life & create this iconic character that helped millions of us around the world deal with anxiety and depression. Thank you, Matthew for helping so many addicts & thank you for helping us deal with our mental health through Chandler Bing. You will never ever be forgotten. RIP.
As a guy with substance abuse problems, im gonna miss him. Straight up watching Friends rn. His interviews lately have touched my heart. RIP friend:)
I have a daughter who has struggled with addiction issues. She's clean and sober now, but I'll always worry. I hope you are able to beat it and live a great life.
Praying for you, my friend. I suffered much of my life as well.
Rest in peace Matthew Perry 💔 You will be very missed!
Rest in peace Matthew. I grew up watching Friends. There was never a dull moment. You brought so much life to Friends. Thank you for your humor and quirky personality. You will be missed.😥
Very sad to be watching this after his passing. He was not like most celebrities, he seemed like such a genuine person with a good soul. I'm sure we will all be forever grateful for what he brought to this world, whether it was laughter, smiles, or help for those with addiction. Rest in peace Matthew Perry.
Thats the thing, people have a pre conceived notion that addicts aren't good people. When in fact they are the best people because they have so much empathy and understanding of others. I just wish the stigma of addicts was understood more by non addicts
Same
@@sarahcashmore6736But that doesn't apply to all addicts is the thing. There are those who are some of the worst people to begin with and addiction makes them worse.
He’s dead? Wow that passed me by
@@Nina5144You been under a rock? Pretty odd to have missed this.
The stories of his infancy, youth and how he was raised show just how much it was responsible for his addiction.... its so sad. it shows just how unbelievably important childhood is to creating a content, healthy adult.
This may be true, and I’m sure it didn’t help him any, but tons of addicts are raised in solid homes and still have the disease. I think that’s his point with emphasizing it being a disease, sometimes it just happens because of genetics.
I grew up in a home with two alcoholic parents and also struggled with addiction myself and everything he says resonates so strongly. Going to miss this man ❤ RIP
Be encouraged. I pray the best for you. I found someone who completely set me free , from all my problems. Jesus. Not advising religion but seek Jesus , the Son of God, God incarnate who truly sets people free.
@@lizcutajar9352stop foisting religion on people, it's so fuckkn rude.
@@lizcutajar9352lol. Ah yes. The imaginary man
@@lizcutajar9352 Amen!
🙏🏾 ❤RIP Marty
Rest in peace to the man who shaped my personality and childhood. While Friends wasn’t the greatest show of all time it was a form of comfort when I didn’t have it. Forever never meant forever, it’s just remembering our yesterday with every single day after. May he rest knowing that he was not only just an actor, but as an icon of an era.
It was and is and will be the greatest show of all time
@@shay3783Amen. I know of no show that people have watched over and over again.
Of all time...lol...do you think in 100 - 200+ years, they'll know the TV show friends?
@@edwardr5084 if the earth would be having human presence...sure
@@edwardr5084People still watch it almost 30 years later so the possibility is there.
His honesty & courage defined him, not his addiction. I feel that his self-deprecation was, as well as a coping mechanism, an enduring sign of his humility & his humanity, no arrogance whatsoever. So, thank you, Matthew, for being a Friend, to struggling addicts everywhere. You are so adored, greatly missed already & your dazzling light of love will shine forever more. Amen.
Very well said! Every word is so true.
I agree so well said. Rest peacefully matthew prayers to his family
I so agree.
❤
Parry was a bum who attempted to pay his way out of addiction thru getting pi55ed and spending millions on FrAudian shrinks (todays equivalent of confession). A55hole gave false hope to weak & vulnerable pi55heads everywhere. Prolly rotting in hell for it right now
There are some celebrity deaths that just hit you so strongly. You’re attached to their characters and then their actual personalities. You bind with moments in your life and their shows or movies or even their true personalities. Matthew and Chandler are both incredibly special and important for so many moments of our lives. This one hurts and it hurts bad. Poor man suffered so deeply. I truly hope he’s resting somewhere filled with love.
So very true. His death bothers me so much. There are not enough words. Matthew was so very special. I think that none of us except his close family and friends knew all of his struggles. Such a tragedy, that this wonderful man lost the battle.
I'm feeling the same. This is the first death since River Phoenix, that has really hit home. Matthew Perry and his character, Chandler, represent my generation. I see so many of my friends in him. He is only a few years older than me, and I think that is part of why this hurts so much. We are getting older, and we are not invincible. Those of us who partied hard or maybe haven't taken the best care of our bodies are finding that it eventually catches up to you.
RIP dear Matthew Perry. You will be missed more than you could ever imagine ❤
His death really did seem to hit a lot of people hard.
Drugs and alcohol sure didn't help with Matt's long term health, but he also took that damned shot and promoted it with t-shirts on his Instagram. People are in total denial about it. There are a ton of people young and old prematurely dying, or, they had successfully battled health issues and then after taking the shot, their cancer in remission, etc went wild, like Jimmy Buffett's and Suzanne Somers. Teens dropping dead all over the country from heart attacks. It's insane, and yet all of you zombies just believe all the liars in mass media who get tons of money from Big Pharma. A war crime has been committed by Big Pharma, the govt and mass media and none of you care or will even look into it. Sad.......
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I know he wants to be remembered for helping people first and foremost, not as a character in a sitcom, but I think he perhaps didn’t realise the extent of people he helped ‘just’ by playing a character on Friends.
A safe escape and antidote to a sometimes overwhelming world, a restbite from the pressures of daily life.
He’s left a lasting legacy in the sharing of his story, I’m sure his parents, friends and loved ones will be so incredibly proud of him.
Your comment just blew me away , I agree completely , I subscribed to your contentless channel just for this :P , so make some content and share your thoughts with the world , it truly needs it right now.
Absolutely, he gave us some humour to lighten up our day and was a gifted actor, but most definitely a brilliant man. R.I.P Matthew Perry
Yes!
I totally agree with what you said. He was that safe escape for so many even if he couldn't be for himself. Friends, The Whole Nine Yards, and all his other work is what may have stopped some people from taking that drink or pill. Shows with that much humor soothed the soul in the healthiest of ways making life a little easier to take. I'm eternally grateful that he shared his story with the world. He really covered all his bases when it came to helping people, and I hope he sees the amazing impact he has made on so many.
Yeah he will be remembered as Chandler.I will be comforted by watching him on ‘Friends’. It is a responsibility to have children and not neglect them. Felt bad about his mother. He felt the loss
Rest in Peace, Friend. You were a big part of my life...every Thursday...for years. You did good, Matt. May God keep You and Bless You.
"This is what normal people feel like all the time "..... such an incredibly true statement. This pill is what I've been missing my entire life. Thats what so many addicts assume. A part is missing and that substance is what you needed to be the "better " you. Sadly, it's the complete opposite...
Oh how I wish that my son could of heard this interview.....my son passed away in May this year, he was 44. He had kidney failure. Now Matthew has passed.....my heart is broken. May our God's peace surround you always😢😢😢😢
So sorry for your loss 🙏🏽
My sister was a heavily alcoholic. My family tried everything we possibly could to try and help her. For 8 years she just got worse, wrapped up with the wrong crowd. Meeting a guy with the same alcoholism addiction and drugs, who murdered her in 2020.
I'm currently listening to MP book, and watching this has made me understand my sister's mindset at her time of alcohol and drug use. It breaks my heart.
RIP Matthew Perry ❤
I’m so so sorry ❤
Sorry for your loss I’m sure she was an amazing person
I'm so sorry...❤
That's so hard 😢
Alcoholism isn't a disease, google it
RIP Matthew! You helped so many of us addicts find help and ourselves. We will miss your comedy but more than anything your beautiful heart!
💜
31:20 is a beautiful moment. After being so honest and raw, it's wonderful he was able to hear that we still love him. And despite being in the middle of a heavy topic, he was still able to make a joke. This man was truly talented and we are forever honored to share the world with him. ❤
He was truly an amazing man. One of my idols now, especially with myself being an alcoholic. Matthew's openness about everything has truly helped me and I am sure countless others. Amazing man in and out
@@dylanyoung5490 you got this!! Don't give up!
@dylanyoung5490 Make no man your idol.
What an inspiration. So glad he wrote this book before his untimely death. He indeed will be helping people, long after his life here on Earth.
Matthew is not helping anyone, he was a liar, he had everyone fooled thinking he was sober
Matthew Perry made huge wholesome deeds by opening up in his memoire, interviews to help people with addiction. This will go a long way even after his passing. He has a good and big heart. RIP Chandler/Matthew.
Miss mathew all ready, 😢😢🇬🇧🙏🏿
God Bless His Soul! ✝️🙏😥📿🕊
Depression made him choose that path...cause he did not feel better like normal people.
What a courageous man to speak so openly on his personal pain and struggles, all in an effort to help others.
And I am thinking more & more about Jim Carey how he has been so frank about depression & struggling at various stages. People heed icons & when it's a person who steps up to help people. Oh, he's after mentioning Jim Carey...rest in Peace Matthew Perry.
I believe when you make it through the hell he did, he was incredibly grateful and it was important to him to help others.I also think it was helpful for him. Despite his addiction illness, he truly seemed like a pretty wonderful guy.
This man knew he was going to make a difference in people's lives after his passing. I'm happy they got Matthew Perry House foundation going. This will be a conversation starter and could help others for years to come. He knew what he was doing. He truly wanted to help people. He's very honest and funny. I listen to the audio and find myself chuckle. I can relate to alot of what he's saying. Rest easy Matthew. You're work here on earth is not done. It's not going unnoticed.
The only difference matthew made was the scam he pulled over Americans eyes and claiming he was sober
He hardly made a difference in anyone's life except to show how you can pull the wool over people's eyes, Matthew was a drunk and a druggie and never got sober
Beautiful!!! My daughter is 5 years sober, I am so grateful. I hope this video gets out to everyone, especially those it will help.❤
Fly high 🕊 Matthew Langford Perry (August 19, 1969 - October 28, 2023). You brought millions of people such joy with your talent and saved millions more by sharing your story. Rest easy friend. 💔 You'll never be forgotten.
He was on epsteins plane wake up!!! Got his nasty neck snapped at GITMO
Matthew, may not have realised at the time, that he was helping people that watched friends. He entered into so many homes, DV homes, Abusive homes, poor homes, people battling an illness, grieving home, etc and for just that 20min some people/children were able to have escapism, peace, hope or whatever friends episodes did to the individual. His life impacted so many and sometimes you don’t always know how . Rest peacefully Matthew 🫶🏼🌟🕊️💫🙏🏼
This is so true. I was bleeding and cramping whole pregnant from a high stress situation, and I intuitively knew to relax instead of think about it and go to a doctor. I laid down and said to my husband, “Just put on friends and don’t talk to me.” I had the series on DVD, just put one disc in after another until it stopped. As my son was growing up, we continued to utilize that that show for stress relief.
@@RachelAnn27same with me. All the sleepless nights ,friends was thr only thing which got me through
What a beautiful soul. So honest and vulnerable, compassionate and funny at the same time. He will be deeply deeply missed. 😢❤ Rest In Peace Matthew
‘Shall we start at the beginning?’
‘Have a drink?’
Perry was so quick witted! Totally get what he says about drink making him feel normal. RIP Matthew- you are loved
FRIENDS has been my warm security blanket whenever I have been in dark places. It has and will be my therapy in deep distressing times. RIP Mathew, you are and will always be my favorite. 😫😫😫😫😩😩😩😩
I feel the same, over the years friends has given so much comfort
💔💔💔 me too
So true ❤
The bravest man I'll ever know. This man is bearing his soul to the world. I've been in recovery for 30 years, and it's not easy. This one hit hard. It's like I lost my best friend. You will be missed beyond measure Mattew Perry 😢
Completely agree with you😢
I'm so glad I stumbled on this interview. What a lovely man. Rest In Peace
His sudden death at only 54 has hit so many people hard. The years of substance abuse had clearly taken a toll on him physically, but it was clear he wanted his experience with the "Big Terrible Thing" to help others. Such a shame he did not have more time.
What a brave man, to bare his soul so honestly to others, so sorry he had to fight that terrible fight for so long, RIP Matthew, Godspeed.
As a woman who has struggled with depression and anxiety for most of my life, I had the EXACT same experience when I got tipsy for the first time at 20. I literally thought "This is how normal people must feel". I've since gone through periods where I drink way too heavily but I'm trying to stop because I could easily picture myself spiraling in a similar manner as Matty. Mental health problems and addiction are no joke. RIP Matty. 🥺 Gone too soon 🪽❤️
I hear you loud and clear. May you win this battle. Sending you love for this journey.
I am so sorry to hear that, keep going with your sobriety, you’re strong ❤ Wish you all the health and happiness
May God bless you. ❤
Best wishes & positive affirmations to you as the journey to sobriety, healing & health.
Same with me. Turned on the right switch, turned off the ones I didn't want on. Normal
This interview hits really hard in light of the sad news he has just died.
What a lovely guy who, while struggling with his demons was able to help others.
His legacy will surely be making the disease of alcoholism understood, and help those suffering understand it's not their fault
Just finished the book. It’s incredibly real and tragic. RIP Matty
When he teared up and said "it’s not fair" that crushed me. It really is not fair. He deserved to live the rest of his life in peace. Maybe find true love? Idk but I’m heartbroken. I truly hope he’s at peace on the other side, he’s been through enough he certainly deserves it❤
Matthew Perry has made me understand my alcoholic brother for the first time in decades. After years of being angry at him for his alcoholism. In tears that he’s now gone. RIP you beautiful man.
Have you tried Al-Anon?
@@MusicMatters1983sadly unlikely to help until his Brother wants that help.
@@alliejones9864 Al-Anon is help for people who are affected by someone else’s drinking. It’s not for the alcoholic.
You can only keep it by giving it away. Matthew helped give his sobriety to every person who read his book. To every person he "shared" with at a meeting. To every new comer that sits in our rooms. His work continues through the people that he has helped. Rest easy, Matt. Thank you for the laughs, Chandler.
I just started listening to his book again last week, it has already helped me so many times. His life and the way he talks about everything he’s gone through is beyond incredible.
Chandler made me laugh, but Matthew Perry saved my life.
You’ve shared your life, love and laughter with us, there’s no way I can thank you enough. ❤
Its almost as if he could sense his time was near but he wasn't gonna let that stop him and still lived life to the full and wrote a wonderful book. The man is amazing... He's definitely left his mark on the world. RIP Matt
It's crazy how shortly after his book released he passed away. One last project which will help out some struggling folks out there. Sad day. Rest well, Matthew.
So true, his book was released 11/1/2022, almost a year ago. Matthew, may your soul be at peace now🙏🏽.
Actors have died right before their film is released. It is creepy. But, we must understand we all have a check out date, already determined.
And it doesn't matter what is going on in our life. When are date death arrives, we die.
I hate that he is gone, but my feeling in him leaving...mission here accomplished.
@@TheAislynnRose We all gave a check out date. And when that day arrives, we check out.
His book was fantastic! One of the best on addiction ever. He kept humor and Hope going in his life while struggling deeply. Rest in Gods arms ❤
I really believe he survived so he could write this book and then he was done .I pray to God that he was able to make peace and help so many others with addiction
I cannot believe that this is how the story ends… after everything he’s been through… truly heartbreaking 😢
Right? So heart wrenching
I wish this was just an awful prank by Chandler and we could see Matthew again 😭
His story will live on in the recovery of all the people he's helped and the laughter he gave to many generations.
I am with you. How is it that he comes out on the other side of addiction only to pass away. It’s sickeningly unfair as he had so much more to give to those struggling with addiction. Hard to understand ….
He expressed so well the felling of depending. You will we really miss Mr Matthew
Very sad news, I can’t believe it
RIP Matthew
You would be remembered forever all around the world in our hearts
I love this interviewer. Not intrusive and asks good questions.
I am 35. I grew up with Friends. I have drank for 6 months straight. Before that a yr. Everything he said about being an addict is completely 110% true. You think about a beer until you get it and it feels so good that now you can live through the day. The feeling wears off so you need more until you get drunk enough. even to be able to sleep because you pass out. Its hard. picking up the book tomorrow. RIP my Friend
Yes. I want to help take away your pain. Yet pain is the fire that forges our soul into creating a different way of being. Please keep walking the difficult path. You are loved so very deeply 🙏
Beautiful Truth @@singingkellyb
His opening words in the book say to listen as if hearing from the grave... I'm literally listening to it, read by him, and its exactly that. Just heartbreaking 😢
Rest in peace Mattman ❤
Me too. I’ve been listening the last 2 days and the first 27 secs had
Me in tears. 😢. His struggle was real. He’s resting in paradise now, pain and addiction free. God Bless.
My son passed from addiction... I too am listening from the grave. Thank you for including this comment 💙
@@Cklasvegasvery sorry for your loss, I can’t imagine. I hope you’re doing well
@@haleyt3754 Thank you for your kind words. I'm doing ok, mostly relieved he's no longer suffering.
@@mercygrace7347 Thank you for kind words ❤️
What a thoughtful, well spoken gentleman. His sudden death is so bloody tragic. 😢
Much respect for the raw honesty. He faced his demons head on and was no longer afraid.
I didn’t see Matthew Perry as a celebrity, in the sense that some people view celebrities being immune to hardship. I saw him as the human being he was, a man who deserved true happiness. I’ve always felt an emotional connect to Matthew Perry, beyond Chandler Bing. Especially while reading his memoir. I hope more than anything he felt peace in his last months of life. Truly a loss.
I've struggled myself for years from addiction. This breaks my heart man. I was always pulling for Matthew. Rip Matthew Perry🙏
stay strong my friend
Brother same. Pick up a phone and call.
Same here but with sleeping pills. I have tried every drug never got addicted and never smoke a cig in my life. Since Xmas of 2009 till now every night I take (8-15 per night) 50mg of those sleep gel pills. There were a few times where I took 20-25 in one night.
Please continue trying. He left this world clean, he was trying.
As a fellow addict, I’m sending you a huge virtual hug ❤️❤️ I’ll pray for you
He will not only be remembered for Friends, he will be remembered for his beautiful heart and his ability to make others smile and laugh even though he was suffering. Such a beautiful soul. He will be so missed. We love you Matthew, rest in peace.
Still can’t believe he is gone.
The lives he touched with his book and personal help are A THOUSAND times more important than any movie/show he's done :)
When they don’t notice you (a parent) and you just want them to notice you and it becomes a drug, as an adult, when they notice you. Damn. Exactly the dynamic underlying a number of addictions. My heart breaks for the kid as my mind is strengthened by his words. Thanks for being, rest in peace, dear soul.
"it's not your fault". game changer. thank you, Matthew Perry.
RIP Matthew Perry. Feel no more pain
Rewatching this after learning that he's gone. We never truly know someone's struggle but Matthew decided to share his in his book. His pain was indescribable but I hope he can rest now. I'm speechless and so sad for his suffering when he brought so much laughter and light to other people. He reached true enlightenment and self-awareness here and I'm glad of that. He came full circle but I'm also dismayed that his story ended like this. He truly made it his mission to understand his disease and the affliction he was so tortured by.
Touched my heart. A lot of tears in my eyes. Never heard it from an addict’s end. Tom Power was magnificent it letting Matthew speak from his heart. Drawing him out. Matthew wish you were with us still. So many need a compassionate human like you understanding them. RIP Matthew
He was just a humble, loving, funny, intelligent man. I truly hope he knows what a difference he made. I know for me, he helped me though so many low points in my life. How brave of him to use his platform to speak on such a taboo and misunderstood topic. Missed is an understatement.
Intelligence is a curse for some of us. Addiction loves intelligence. It takes us a places we’d never see without it. I’ve always wished I was dumb, slow, simple. I’d have nothing to quench if I wasn’t intelligent. There is such a thing as being too smart.
Ignorance is bliss, especially nowadays... Not knowing is not worrying and increases happiness.
I just watched this a few hours ago, before I heard the sad, sad news. Rest peacefully, Matthew. No more struggles for you.
Rest in peace. Such tragic news. Prayers for his family and friends.
I've been watching "Friends" reruns forever and always will. It's even more endearing since losing Matthew. R.I.P. Sweet Soul ❤
I loved him on friends, and I knew about what he had been through as far as addiction. Watching this interview, I think "you don't know what you've got till it's gone." You meant so much to so many people and you are missed by millions. RIP Matthew 🙏 🕊
I have always felt that Friends was completely over-rated. Well, okay, to be honest, I personally think it's a really bad show. Most of the actor in it are actors that drive me batty, ie David Schwimmer and Courtney Cox. None of them are good actors, with the exception of Matthew Perry and whats-her-name that played Pheobe.
And the plot wasn't interesting, it was just a soap opera, really. Like, it should have been on in the middle of the afternoon, after Days Of Our Lives.
It was just so bland, and unrealistic, and cheesy.
Matthew Perry does seem like a genuinely nice person, though. But, at the same time, I had an addicted/alcoholic partner for over fifteen years, so I know the toll that addiction takes on those close the addict. It ruined my life. So although I do think he seems like a genuinely nice guy, I can't help but think of all the people who he no doubt hurt and destroyed.
As a therapist I find his analysis and message so powerful. You are helping and will help so many people, I am deeply sad for this world to miss your beautiful presence. But you're also bringing a lot of resources for people who don't feel aware or resourced enough to understand how complex and hard is do deal with addictions. Sending you a big hug from here. ❤
His story always makes me cry... What this poor man had to live through and stuff he had to endure .. RIP Mathew Perry.... ❤❤❤❤
Agree, my prayer is he is in heaven, at peace
I feel like I lost a good friend. He will be missed. What a life he lived. He walked through the fire and lived to talk about it. I wish his family and friends comfort and peace. Much Love.
It's too late for me to help my dad. He's gone. But I'm glad I understand him now even though it is heart-breaking. Thank you, Matthew.
Sending love xx
What an absolutely incredible person. I watched Friends but had no idea who Matthew Perry really was. He's just incredible. I'm so sorry for his struggles. As he said, it isn't fair. Thank you for your insight - I'm not an addict but grew up with one, and just listening to him speak has been very therapeutic to me, no doubt to thousands of others. Thank you Matthew. You are beautiful. May your spirit be soaring free from addiction now. ❤