Matthew Perry Opens Up About His Addiction Journey | PEOPLE

In this exclusive interview with Matthew Perry, the 'Friends' star talks about his new memoir 'Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,' why it's the right time to open up about his addiction journey, and reveals just how bad things got at certain times: "I'm grateful to be alive."

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Matthew Perry Opens Up About His Addiction Journey: "I'm Grateful to Be Alive" | PEOPLE

[crulisonify]

The fact he talks about wanting to be a father truly breaks my heart. Rest easy, Matty 💔

[KarenMcgregor-rmcz]

I never thought i would say this after reading his book i stopped drinking

[michellemoats]

His story isn’t over. His story will continue to help others. God bless you Matt🙏

[daniellemayo]

Isn't it strange how when society judges those on the streets strung out and addicted. Society calls them junkies and etc. Yet we have actors and actresses who come out as addicts and we say oh how sorry we are. Yet we don't give those on the streets the same compassion.

[alexcarratu]

Seems like he was finally in a new chapter of his life, which was tragically cut short. Life can be unfair. Many people come into their own in their 40s/50s and it sounds like Matthew had finally come into his own in his 50s. If only he had more time. RIP, Matthew. Thank you for your kindness and laughter you gave the world. Your legacy of kindness and laughter is secure. Thank you for being there for us.

[diamond-dust]

I'm glad he got to the place he was here. He got to write his book and share his story before he passed. He's going to help so many more people and got to say everything about his struggles. I'm sad he never got to experience the joy of being a father. Rest in peace, Matthew Perry.

[caroliinec]

He wanted to be a father...little did he know he was a father to his inner child. He never gave up on himself. He fought for his life. He was there for little Matty when no one else was. He knew little Matty better than anyone. He overcame so much. He was a great father to his inner child and that's an achievement not often credited. ❤

[Bbfanatic]

I was his stand in day one 1994 august warner brothers. I'll never forget the first taping and thinking "these guys will be the biggest stars in tv". Matthew and I played tennis and paddle tennis together and standing in for him on a canadian commercial he drove us there in his porsche and I asked how it all felt 9 months into the success and he said "all my dreams came true at 25 and I'm not moment that this press tour reminds me have struggled with drugs and alcohol as well. Haven't seen him in years but I admire his courage here despite critics. Brave man. Bravo MP

[beyonddaylight]

As heartbreaking as it is to watch this now, it's nice to know he'd finally found some peace and was seemingly in a good place. RIP.

[jesuschrist]

Few celebrities have a genuine kind heart...He was born kind and sensitive...Rest in Paradise Mathew.Find the peace you couldnt have in this cruel world.I am sure that the struggle is over.After so many years of pain is over ....❤

[mathuriga]

“You have the desperation of a drowning man”... Truly breaks the heart 💔 So poignant.. Still haven't fully processed that he is no longer here.. Gone too soon.. What a benevolent soul.. 💕

[heatherbesocial]

What a kind, genuine, talented, and hysterical man. Bless you Matthew Perry. 🙏 Thank you for all the laughs and the bravery to share your story. You have saved millions of lives. Rest in Peace friend.

[smusicjunkie]

I can’t believe this kind young man was taken away from us it’s so upsetting

[wanieharun]

The fact that he talks about relationship and having kids now says a lot about his current state of mind. I wish him the best. Rise back like a true phoenix Matty! Love u!

[Leiasart]

I find it so frustrating that he went through so much and finally seemed to have beaten this disease as best as one can, and was ready to really live life, and then he dies.

[laraoneal]

I read his book and he went through hell. A cautionary tale. Matthew was so authentic. He’s helped so many. His inner child was so hurting. A beautiful soul Rip Matty.

[lizzi]

Rest easy sweet, funny man. Thank for your service to the arts and mental health/addiciton.

[jheceniarosmeryterronesmed]

7:40 to 7:56 broke my heart RIP matthew we loved you and we will do for ever

[jeffries]

His life was an achievement.
He rose to the top, he fell but he complimented his life by also teaching .
Learnt to be successful, from even the negatives
This soul did in fact live his life perfectly to a plan and became a book of wisdom for ever.

[Dreamgirl-xdsx]

My heart is broken. I wanted a different ending, a long life with peace and happiness for him. He suffered so much, I wanted him to have the Hollywood happy ending.