About the author
Matthew Perry is a Canadian-American actor and writer best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit television series, Friends. Born in Williamstown, Massachusetts, Perry grew up in Canada and began acting in his teens. After a few small roles in television and film, he landed his breakthrough role as Chandler in 1994. Perry's talent as a comedic actor and his chemistry with his co-stars helped make Friends one of the most popular sitcoms of all time. In addition to his acting work, Perry has also written and produced for television, including the short-lived series Mr. Sunshine and Go On. Perry has been open about his struggles with addiction and has used his platform to advocate for addiction recovery and drug courts. His memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, is a candid and moving account of his journey to sobriety and his ongoing work to help others dealing with addiction.
