In a somber appearance, actor Matt LeBlanc, known for his role in the hit TV show “Friends,” has been seen in public for the first time since the passing of his co-star Matthew Perry.
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Matt LeBlanc has made his first public appearance following the death of his “Friends” co-star Matthew Perry. The “Friends” cast, who consider themselves a family, are grieving the loss and taking time to process this tragic event.
LeBlanc was spotted driving his Mercedes-Benz SUV in Sherman Oaks, CA, on Thursday afternoon. The actor, wearing dark sunglasses and a baseball cap, appeared visibly saddened, reflecting the emotions he and his former cast mates have been expressing following Perry’s death last Saturday.
LeBlanc, along with Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, and David Schwimmer, released a statement earlier this week expressing their profound grief and loss. The statement emphasized that the “Friends” cast was more than just colleagues, but a family, and that they are taking time to mourn and process this devastating loss.
The details surrounding Perry’s death continue to unfold. The actor was found unresponsive in his hot tub after playing pickleball for two hours on Saturday morning. Authorities have confirmed that no illicit drugs were found at his home, although prescription medications, including anti-depressants and anxiety meds, were present.
Matthew Perry had been seen in good spirits the day before his passing, having lunch with model and entertainment reporter Athenna Crosby. Initial toxicology tests have ruled out the presence of meth and fentanyl in his system, but a full toxicology report may take up to six months.
The LAPD’s Robbery Homicide Division is currently investigating Perry’s death, but no evidence of foul play has been found. It is standard procedure for detectives in this division to handle high-profile cases.
