November 4th 2023.
It has been reported that Matthew Perry could be honoured with a post-humous star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame following his death on Saturday, October 28th. The 54-year-old Friends actor was laid to rest yesterday in a ceremony attended by his family and co-stars.
Autopsy reports indicated that his death was not caused by two dangerous drugs. To honour him, those closest to him have set up The Matthew Perry Foundation in his name to help those battling addiction issues. It has been claimed that he could be honoured in another way, by joining Jennifer Aniston and Courtney Cox on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
The Hollywood Chamber of Commerce, which oversees the landmark, revealed that they would ‘love to honour the late actor with a star and posthumous ceremony’. However, it would be up to Perry’s family to make the final decision. It was reported that Perry was selected for a star in 2013 after his PR firm submitted his name, but the award expired in 2018, before which a ceremony was never scheduled.
Perry was very open about his substance abuse issues and was intent on helping others who faced similar struggles. His legacy will be The Matthew Perry Foundation, which seeks to honour his enduring commitment to helping those with addiction issues. It was described in a statement as being ‘guided by his own words and experiences and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible’.
His Friends co-stars expressed their heartache over their loss in a joint statement on Monday. They said: ‘We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family. 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 with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world.’
It remains to be seen if Perry will be posthumously honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Officials from the Chamber have said they are ‘confident’ that the award could be renewed, however, the process needs to be approved by the chair of the selection committee. Perry’s loved ones have yet to comment on scheduling a ceremony for the late star.
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