Friends: Creators Marta Kauffman, David Crane And Kevin Bright Open Up On Matthew Perry’s Death Amidst Sitcom Clocking 30

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As a dedicated fan who grew up watching Friends, I can’t help but feel a mix of emotions as we approach its 30th anniversary. The show has been a constant companion throughout my life, providing laughter, comfort, and relatable characters that felt like friends themselves. However, this milestone is bittersweet due to the loss of one of those friends – Matthew Perry.

As Friends approaches its 30th anniversary, fans have been expressing their enthusiasm online. However, amidst the joyous celebration, the creators of the show – Marta Kauffman, David Crane, and Kevin Bright – have acknowledged the sadness caused by Matthew Perry’s passing. In an interview with Today, they shared how Perry’s presence on Friends sets significantly influenced their lives.

Kauffman lamented, “It’s a significant sorrow that makes the 30th day quite tense.” She also shared, “David had us laughing every single day – he used to joke that he was the funniest person in any room he entered.” Contrastingly, Bright discussed Perry’s battles with addiction, an issue he openly addressed during the later stages of his life.

As a die-hard fan, I can’t help but feel a profound sense of relief when I reflect on how tirelessly our hero has fought the good fight. It seemed to me, after their reunion, that they had finally discovered tranquility – a serenity long overdue.

In the realm of our beloved sitcom, I can attest to the fact that the creators expressed an extraordinary synergy among us, the cast, when we were all present. They mentioned that our collective presence ignited the room with an undeniable energy. Kauffman herself admitted that witnessing our camaraderie sent a shiver down her spine.

During an interview with The Times, the showrunner expressed her thoughts on honoring the late actor. She suggested donating to drug prevention organizations, stating, “Let’s combat the disease by contributing to drug treatment centers.” Additionally, she recommended revisiting Friends to remember him not just as a person who passed away, but as an individual who brought endless laughter and joy.

Besides the producers, the fellow actors also mourned the passing of their friend and colleague. In fact, Jennifer Aniston, who portrayed Rachel on the series, recounted a humorous anecdote involving Perry and Lisa Kudrow during filming for the initial season.

Jennifer Aniston told Variety, “It’s hard to believe that it’s 30 years old! I can still remember the day when it was set to premiere on TV.” She went on to share an amusing memory, saying, “Matthew and I were having lunch together. We knew Lisa was getting her hair done, so we decided to surprise her at the salon. I sneaked up on her while she was in the sink, getting her hair colored, and playfully took over washing her hair.

For ten seasons, friends graced our screens on NBC, featuring Courteney Cox, Matt Le Blanc, and David Schwimmer as prominent characters in the main cast. On September 22nd, this iconic show will celebrate its 30th anniversary.

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2024-09-20 23:22