Matthew Perry

About

Matthew Perry is a renowned Canadian-American actor, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the popular sitcom "Friends" which aired from 1994 to 2004. Born on August 19, 1969, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, Perry moved to Canada at a young age following his parents' divorce. He developed a strong interest in acting during his teens and eventually moved to Los Angeles to pursue his career. Along with his notable work in "Friends", Perry has also starred in a number of films and TV shows, including "Fools Rush In", "The Whole Nine Yards", and "The West Wing". Besides acting, Perry has been open about his battles with addiction, using his experiences to promote recovery and awareness.

Associated With

Matthew Perry, most famously known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit television series "Friends", has numerous associations with other industry figures. Notably, he worked closely with fellow "Friends" cast members Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer for over a decade. He voiced roles in animated movies such as "The Whole Nine Yards" and "17 Again", working with actors like Bruce Willis and Zac Efron respectively. In terms of his personal life, Perry dated actresses Julia Roberts and Yasmine Bleeth briefly. He also worked with legends like Aaron Sorkin on the critically acclaimed, but short-lived TV show "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip". Perry's co-stars and collaborators throughout his career span a wide spectrum of the industry, demonstrating a diverse and well-rounded career in entertainment.

Career Highlights

• 1969: Matthew Langford Perry was born on August 19 in Williamstown, Massachusetts.
• 1978: Moved to Ottawa, Canada where he grew up.
• 1983: Matthew Perry made his acting debut on the Canadian series "240-Robert."
• 1985: He got his understatedly noted role on the ABC sitcom "Charles in Charge."
• 1987: Perry made his debut in a big feature film "A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon."
• 1994-2004: Perry received the most fame for his role as Chandler Bing in the NBC television sitcom "Friends."
• 1995: Matthew Perry received the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for "Friends."
• 1997: He appeared in the movie "Fools Rush In" with Salma Hayek.
• 2002: Perry received a Primetime Emmy Award nomination for his lead role in the television movie "The Ron Clark Story."
• 2003: Got his second Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for "Friends."
• 2006: Perry debuted his stage performance in London with a role in the black comedy "Sexual Perversity in Chicago."
• 2009: He starred in the television series "Mr. Sunshine," which he also co-created and co-wrote.
• 2012-2017: Perry played an important role in the CBS sitcom "The Odd Couple," again co-creating and writing for the show.
• 2017: He portrayed Ted Kennedy in the mini-series "The Kennedys After Camelot."
• 2021: Perry and the rest of the Friends cast came together for a reunion special, "Friends: The Reunion," on HBO Max.

Notable Awards

• Matthew Perry has earned a number of awards throughout his career, among them are:
• Screen Actors Guild Awards: He was part of the ensemble that won for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series for "Friends" in 1995.
• TV Guide Award: He won Favorite Actor in a New Series for "Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip" in 2006.
• People's Choice Award: He won Favorite Male Television Performer in 2004.

FAQs

What Is the Most Popular Matthew Perry Movie/TV Show?

Matthew Perry is best known for his role in the popular TV sitcom "Friends" which aired from 1994 to 2004. He portrayed the character Chandler Bing, which earned him an Emmy nomination. This series is arguably the most famous and globally recognized of Perry's works, where six young people from New York City form an inseparable bond. The show remains overwhelmingly popular even many years after it originally aired. Despite his involvement in many other films and television series, it is his role in "Friends" for which Perry is most well-known.

How Did Matthew Perry Get Famous?

Matthew Perry became famous chiefly for his role as Chandler Bing on the massively popular television sitcom "Friends", which aired from 1994 to 2004. His humorous and sarcastic portrayal of Chandler earned him widespread acclaim, catapulting him to worldwide fame and establishing him as a notable figure in the entertainment industry. Even though Perry had roles in various films and television shows prior to "Friends," it was this character that made him a household name and a well-recognized face in Hollywood.