Matt LeBlanc and the late Matthew Perry had a relationship extended beyond the set of Friends where they played roommates. In real life, the duo were neighbors, and they maintained a strong relationship until Perry’s death late last year.
Following Perry’s demise, Friends co-star mourned the late star as he was closer to everyone and was the most jovial among them. However, for Matt, Perry’s death seems to be a personal loss as his public appearance and interactions have waned since his death, and this is becoming a concern to his close friends.
‘Friends’ stars are concerned about Matt LeBlanc
Recently, an insider revealed that the remaining Friends stars, especially the two closest to him—Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox—are concerned about his withdrawal and feel he might be “unraveling” due to Perry’s death.
The close source noted that Jennifer and Cox are going out of their way to make sure Matt gets all the help he needs as he navigates this trying time. The insider added that the two women are creating a welcoming atmosphere as the trio share meals, watch movies and chat regularly.
Matt LeBlanc’s recluse behavior
His last appearance was in October, a few days shy of his late friend’s one-year death anniversary. Before then, his previous appearance was in November 2023 when he joined other cast members to pay tribute to Perry at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Just like every other Friends co-star, Matt was shocked about Perry’s demise, and his Instagram tribute shows just how heartbroken he truly is. “It is with a heavy heart I say goodbye. The times we had together are honestly among the favorite times of my life. It was an honor to share the stage with you and to call you my friend,” Matt captioned a picture of him and Perry. “I will always smile when I think of you and I’ll never forget you. Never. Spread your wings and fly brother you’re finally free. Much love. And I guess you’re keeping the 20 bucks you owe me.”