The cast of "Friends" has come together to mourn the tragic loss of Matthew Perry, known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing. Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, and Matt LeBlanc issued a heartfelt statement, emphasizing their deep connection as a "Friends" family and their need for time to process the devastating loss. This marks their first public response to Perry's passing. The creators of the show, Marta Kauffman, David Crane, and Kevin Bright, also expressed their profound grief and highlighted Perry's boundless generosity and humor. Perry's sudden death in his Los Angeles home is currently under investigation, and the cause is yet to be determined. Perry's significant contribution to the show's success, his participation in a heartfelt reunion special, and his brave disclosure of his 18 months of sobriety in his 2022 memoir are all acknowledged. His memoir emphasizes the importance of support and unity in overcoming addiction.