Matthew Perry's book was unsettling for Friends fans.

In a recent interview, actor Adam Goldberg opened up about his former co-star, Matthew Perry. As a fellow cast member on the hit show Friends, Goldberg had the opportunity to work closely with Perry and was deeply affected by his passing in 2023.

Goldberg revealed that he was initially taken aback by Perry's candid and raw memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, in which he bravely shared his struggles with addiction and substance abuse. He described feeling "disturbed" after reading it, as he had no idea the extent of Perry's turmoil while they were working together.

The 54-year-old actor, who played Chandler Bing on the show, was known for being open about his personal struggles, but Goldberg admitted that he had no clue about it during their time on set. "Not even a little bit," he said. "It was disturbing to read what he was going through."

Goldberg also reflected on the prevalence of drug and alcohol abuse in the entertainment industry, stating that it was not surprising for someone in that environment to become "ensconced" in those issues. He recalled wondering where Perry was and what he was up to after their time on Friends ended.

Before his iconic role on Friends, Goldberg starred in the 1993 cult classic Dazed and Confused alongside other rising actors like Matthew McConaughey and Ben Stiller. He almost turned down the opportunity to play Chandler's roommate, Eddie, due to his own snobbery, but ultimately accepted the role and became one of the most memorable characters on the show.

Goldberg credited Perry for "elevating" his performance and "elevating" his game as an actor. He compared it to playing a game of tennis, stating that one plays better when competing against someone who is really good. "And with Matt, it was always like having a great rally," he said.

The death of Perry deeply affected his Friends co-stars, who released a joint statement shortly after his passing. Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Matt LeBlanc, Lisa Kudrow, and Courteney Cox were all devastated by the loss of their friend and colleague.

Friends remains a beloved show, even years after its finale, and is available to stream on Netflix UK. Goldberg's interview serves as a reminder of the impact Perry had not only on the show but on those who knew and worked with him. If you have a celebrity story, video, or pictures, The Agency entertainment team would love to hear from you. You can contact them by emailing or visiting the Submit Stuff page.

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