Michael J. Fox and Matthew Perry.Photo:Jason Kempin/Getty; David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty
Jason Kempin/Getty; David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty
Michael J. Foxwas a longtime inspirationMatthew Perry— and when belovedFriendsstar had a chance to return the favor, he did so with grace and discretion.
Matthew Perry.David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty
David M. Benett/Dave Benett/Getty
Reacting to Perry’s praise, the 62-year-oldFamily Tiesalum called his fellow Canadian a “funny guy.”
“He was just a funny guy, and if I was ever as funny as him — I mean, he was the funniest — I’m happy I had an impact on him,” Fox toldEntertainment Tonightin 2022, before sharing how their relationship transitioned from admiration from afar to friendship after he received an unexpected helping hand from Perry.
Matthew Perry and Michael J. Fox.Evan Agostini/Getty
Evan Agostini/Getty
When Perry inked his historical $1 million per episode contract withFriends, Fox recalled how he made a significant contribution toThe Michael J. Fox Foundation, the actor’s then-growing charitable organization forParkinson’s disease.
“I hope this isn’t indiscreet … but when they first made their big sale and were made millionaires for the rest of their lives, He wrote a big fat check to the foundation,” Fox recalled. “We were really early on and trying to find our feet. And it was such a vote of confidence.”
Matthew Perry.Angela Weiss/Getty
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Perry’s loved ones and fans continue to mourn his at unexpecteddeaththe age of 54.
On Nov. 3, hisFriendscostarsJennifer Aniston,Courteney Cox,Lisa Kudrow,Matt LeBlancandDavid Schwimmergathered at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles for a celebration of life.
The statement continued, “There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss. In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are withMatty’s family,his friends, andeveryone who loved him around the world.”
source: people.com
