Stars Mourn the Loss of Matthew Perry at 54: Ian Ziering, Mira Sorvino and More React

Actor Matthew Perry's untimely demise at the age of 54 has left celebrities in a state of mourning. Perry tragically passed away due to an apparent drowning incident on Saturday, October 28. Responding to a call about cardiac arrest at a residence in Los Angeles, authorities discovered the actor unconscious in a jacuzzi, adding to the sorrow surrounding his loss.

Ian Ziering, who collaborated with Perry on Beverly Hills, 90210, expressed his condolences on Instagram, stating, "RIP Matthew. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. He was an incredible person, and this news is truly heartbreaking."

Prior to his passing, Perry openly talked about the challenges he encountered following his rise to fame on Friends. The popular sitcom, which aired from 1994 to 2004, propelled Perry to international recognition through his portrayal of Chandler Bing. However, behind the scenes, Perry struggled with addiction following a Jet Ski accident in 1997.

Perry developed an addiction to Vicodin, which later escalated to alcohol abuse. In 2000, he was admitted to the hospital due to pancreatitis and continued his detoxification process while filming Friends. Throughout the years, Perry made numerous efforts to achieve sobriety, serving as a source of inspiration for his decision to establish a sober living facility exclusively for men in 2013.

Following his recovery journey, Perry chronicled his experiences in his memoir, titled Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir.

"I have been the subject of countless writings in the past, and I believe it is now necessary for people to hear my own perspective. There have been moments of great accomplishments and moments of deep despair. Despite facing seemingly insurmountable challenges, I have managed to survive and share my experiences, even though it may have appeared unlikely. All of these stories are captured within this book, and I regret that it is not presented in a more interactive format," he tweeted in anticipation of the book's unveiling in November 2022.

Continue scrolling to read the heartfelt homages dedicated to the departed icon.

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Matthew Perry Dead at 54: Ian Ziering, Mira Sorvino and More Stars React

Celebrities are mourning the loss of actor Matthew Perry after his death at age 54.

Actor Perry passed away from an apparent drowning on Saturday, October 28. Authorities were called to a Los Angeles residence in response to a reported cardiac arrest, where they discovered the actor unresponsive in a jacuzzi. Ian Ziering, who collaborated with Perry on Beverly Hills, 90210, expressed his condolences on Instagram, stating, "Rest in peace Matthew. My thoughts are with his family and loved ones. He was a wonderful person, and this is incredibly sorrowful."

Perry openly discussed the challenges he faced after achieving fame on the television show Friends before his passing. Despite becoming a household name for his portrayal of Chandler Bing from 1994 to 2004, Perry experienced setbacks due to addiction following a Jet Ski accident in 1997.

Perry developed a dependency on Vicodin, which later led to alcohol misuse. He was hospitalized in 2000 for pancreatitis and began the detoxification process while still working on Friends. Throughout the years, Perry made numerous efforts to overcome his addiction. These struggles ultimately influenced his decision to establish a sober living facility for men in 2013.

In therapy, Perry recounted his personal experiences and documented them in his memoir, Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir.

"With so much written about me previously, I believed it was crucial for people to hear my perspective. The journey involved extreme highs and lows, and there were moments when it seemed unlikely that I would survive. Nonetheless, I have emerged with a story to tell, which is captured within these pages. I apologize for its lack of interactive elements," he announced on Twitter prior to the book's publication in November 2022.

Scroll down to read tributes to the late star.

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Lucy Hale

The actress uploaded a photo of Perry via Instagram, writing, "Rest easy."

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Selma Blair

"My oldest friend, Matthew Perry, was loved by all of us, but I held a special affection for him. Every single day, my love for him was unwavering, without any conditions. And in return, he loved me just the same. Now, my heart is shattered, filled with sorrow. Rest peacefully, Matty. Sweet dreams," Blair expressed in the caption of an Instagram selfie shared with the late actor.

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Delilah Belle Hamlin

"Rest in peace," Hamlin wrote alongside a photo of Perry's character Chandler. 

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Olivia Munn

In response to the news, Munn shared a photo of Perry via Instagram, adding, "Oh no."

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Lisa Ann Walter

"In The Whole Nine Yards, Matthew Perry hilariously charges headfirst into a patio door - this unforgettable scene is undeniably one of the funniest moments I've ever witnessed. When I had the pleasure of appearing on The Odd Couple, I made sure to convey my admiration to Matthew. His smile was so exuberant that I feared his face might split in half. It truly was a beautiful sight," Walter expressed via X.

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Rumer Willis

Willis' dad, Bruce Willis, collaborated with Perry on the films The Whole Nine Yards and The Whole Ten Yards. They also worked together when Bruce made a guest appearance on season 10 of Friends.

"I'm saddened to hear of Matthew Perry's passing. When I was a child and witnessed him and my dad filming The Whole Nine Yards and The Whole Ten Yards, he was incredibly kind, funny, and sweet to my sisters and me. Even now, his physical comedy in those movies still brings me so much laughter," Rumer expressed on Instagram. "I am aware that he faced numerous challenges in his life, but he was able to bring much joy to people through his comedy. May he find peaceful rest."

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Mira Sorvino

"Oh no!!! Matthew Perry!! You sweet, troubled soul!! May you find peace and happiness in Heaven, making everyone laugh with your singular wit!!!   ," Sorvino wrote via X.

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Ian Ziering

"RIP Matthew. My heart goes out to his family and all who he was dear to. What a great guy, so sad," Ziering wrote via Instagram alongside a photo of him and Perry.