Matthew Perry opens up about addiction struggles | Nightline

Matthew Perry talks candidly about his years of alcohol and drug abuse in an exclusive interview with Diane Sawyer.

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[TheMagicalDogex]

This hits a lot harder now, rest in peace man, you brought joy to millions.

[pchansan]

No more suffering. Rest in peace Matthew 🕊️🙏

[deremiahderrick]

When he said "your disease is waiting to get you alone, because alone you lose."....i felt that

[mitchellrivera]

RIP MATT.

that “ I should be dead” line hit hard.

[jbilotta]

I lost a friend who was a terrible alcoholic. He died trying to get sober. I was very angry at him thinking he chose to die. After listening to a few interviews with Matthew, I have newfound compassion.

[juanmendoza]

Crazy how this video was posted exactly 1 years ago today a day after his death. Just knowing the struggles this man went through and overcame them. It’s just incredible to watch. Rest in peace Matthew, you’ll truly be missed legend ❤️

[Maaa]

Matthew you gave us so much joy and made us laugh , we have to thank you!!

[MrJackTR]

This interview and his book hauntingly informed us all of his battle with addiction and ultimately what lead to his untimely death. RIP Mathew Perry.

[ingainge]

I left and addict husband due to his addiction, i was so angry to him destroying my life, my dream of family…i listened Matthew book 3 times and all i can feel now is sorry and compassion to my ex and happy i moved away….he was not ready…thanks Matthew, you gave me answers to so many queations about addictions

[annrodriguez]

Matthew Perry will be remembered for how he helped addicts by sharing his story...pain..shame..mental anguish....all of us addicts know too well...i bought his book last year ..like as soon as it came out and devoured it....Thank you Matthew...❤

[HollyStAmour-hfwg]

By being so candid and honest about his addictions it will definitely help others. And now he’s never going to have to go through rough times alone. Remember…Friends is not only a great show that everyone loves but now friends are the reason to stay sober.

[linmay]

I lost my son to poor mental health and addiction. Thankyou for sharing your journey. We all need to be aware and support each other and never, ever judge.

[thebadseed]

Rest easy Matthew Perry. Thank you for all the laughs you have given us.

[mum]

I really loved Mathew Perry as an actor. I was so saddened when I learned about his passing. Rest in peace!

[rikkiwilliams]

Rest in peace Matthew Perry. You gave us so much joy and meant a lot to us. We'll never forget you and we'll miss you

[mandyc]

I admire him so much, despite sinking back into addiction again and again, he never gave up on himself and did whatever he could to recover and even help other people. It’s so much more heartbreaking that he’s taken away just when life is back on track for him and ready to enjoy the rest of his life. Gone way too early. Bless your soul Matt.❤

[nadhasthirundhitan]

It takes a lot of courage for a celebrity to speak about this in public…thanks for telling us your life story.

[alchris]

I will miss you…. Thank you for all the joy you brought me

[Marilyn-npls]

Addiction is HARD for us non-addicts to understand. His honesty is going to help a lot of people - and hopefully de-stigmitize it further. Thank you Matthew for sharing your story coz often, the truth is not pretty. That takes courage.

[MrAndrebatera]

Rip my friend! You gave so much laughs and smiles. I will be forever thankful!!!