People who love Friends think the actor who played young Chandler Bing was perfectly cast and are amazed at how he looks as an adult.

In a recent rewatch of the beloved sitcom Friends, a curious viewer stumbled upon a familiar face in the fifth season episode "The One With All the Thanksgivings". It was none other than a young Joshua Duvall Preston, who played a young Chandler Bing in a flashback scene.

Fans were quick to praise the casting decision made almost 30 years ago, now calling it "the best ever" after seeing how much Joshua resembled the late Matthew Perry, who tragically passed away in 2023 at the age of 54. Despite his absence, Perry's iconic portrayal of Chandler continues to live on, with the show still being immensely popular on streaming platforms like Netflix.

For those who may not remember, Joshua's appearance as young Chandler was in the midst of the show's rise to fame in the late 1990s. The Thanksgiving episodes, in particular, were a staple in many American households. In this particular episode, nine-year-old Chandler is faced with the news of his parents' divorce due to his father's affair with the "house boy". Joshua's performance of a traumatized Chandler, without any lines, left a lasting impression on the show.

Fans on Reddit couldn't contain their excitement, pointing out the striking similarities between Joshua and Perry, even down to their smiles. Some even mistook Joshua for another 90s sitcom child star, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. One user declared the casting decision as "honest to god, the best casting [choice]".

Before his brief appearance on Friends, Joshua had also starred in films like Nixon and Father of the Bride 2. However, after his time on the show, he took a break from acting and only recently made a comeback in 2016. He now works in the voiceover industry, lending his voice to commercials in America.

As for Friends, it remains a beloved show that is still available to stream on Netflix in the UK. And for those who may have a celebrity story to share, the entertainment team at The Agency can be contacted through email or by visiting their Submit Stuff page.

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