Matthew Perry’s co-star, David Schwimmer, was spotted looking grim at his New York City apartment the day after Perry’s death. Matthew Perry, who was famously known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit sitcom, Friends, was confirmed dead recently after he was found unresponsive in his bathtub.
Many fans of the show have expressed their grief on and off social media, with celebrities sharing their tributes as well. Although none of the Friends cast have yet to render a public statement, reports say they are working on a joint one.
David Schwimmer, the ‘Friends’ cast, and fans are all in state of shock
David Schwimmer steps out after Matthew Perry’s death https://t.co/o4MyJYUBEr pic.twitter.com/bIsMj6Dj4w
— New York Post (@nypost) October 30, 2023
David’s character, Ross Geller, was best friends with Matthew’s in the classic series, and their bond translated beyond filming as with the other co-stars. He arrived at his residence wearing a black jacket with dark blue jeans and a baseball hat.
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He covered his face with a white mask as he walked to his apartment, throwing a peace sign at photographers. Not long after his arrival, David left the Manhattan home alongside his ex-wife, Zoe Buckman.
Reactions to Perry’s death
A source revealed that David and other Friend co-stars like Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, and Lisa Kudrow feel like they have “lost a brother” and have been “reeling” since they heard the news. “They say that he was their brother and that they fiercely protected him through some of his toughest times,” they said.
The insider also added that Perry’s death was an unexpected shock to his TV-turned-real-life-friends because they assumed he was fine. “No one saw this coming because they felt like he was in a really good place that he had one of his best years. He was so quick witted, the sarcasm was just so brilliant and he was handsome,” the source added.