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He gained international fame for starring as Chandler Bing on the NBC television sitcom Friends (1994–2004). Perry also appeared on Ally McBeal (2002) and received Primetime Emmy Award nominations for his performances in The West Wing (2003) and The Ron Clark Story (2006). He played a leading role in the NBC series Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006–2007). He also became known for his leading film roles in Fools Rush In (1997), Almost Heroes (1998), Three to Tango (1999), The Whole Nine Yards (2000), Serving Sara (2002), The Whole Ten Yards (2004), and 17 Again (2009).



Perry was co-creator, co-writer, executive producer, and star of the ABC sitcom Mr. Sunshine, which ran from February to April 2011. In August 2012, he starred as sportscaster Ryan King on the NBC sitcom Go On. He co-developed and starred in a revival of the CBS sitcom The Odd Couple portraying Oscar Madison from 2015 to 2017. He had recurring roles in the legal dramas The Good Wife (2012–2013), and The Good Fight (2017). Perry portrayed Ted Kennedy in The Kennedys: After Camelot (2017) and appeared as himself in his final television appearance, Friends: The Reunion (2021). He voiced Benny in the video game Fallout: New Vegas (2010).

Perry suffered from severe addictions to drugs and alcohol. Through his recovery, he became an advocate for rehabilitation and a spokesperson for the National Association of Drug Court Professionals. In 2013, Perry received the Champion of Recovery Award from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy. In 2022, he released his memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing.

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Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 15, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 15, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE SERIES Will Come to 4K ULTRA HD for the First Time Ever

In celebration of the 30th anniversary of one of television’s most watched sitcoms, Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release FRIENDS: The Complete Series in 4K Ultra HD on September 24, 2024. This ultimate collector’s set for any FRIENDS fan includes over 110 hours of content – including all 236 original broadcast episodes released for the first time in 4K Ultra HD, plus over 20 hours of extra features including all-new bonus content.
Avantika, Tony Danza, Tovah Feldshuh, Tonya Pinkins and More Will Lead WINDOWS

 Windows, a new play written by New York Times Bestselling Author Tawni O'Dell will make its world premiere, in a strictly limited engagement March 25th - 27th at The Town Hall. Learn more about the play and find out who is starring here!
Album Review: Concord Theatricals Recordings Releases The Studio Cast Recording of 17 AGAIN

The album and its producers get major points because the show as a whole is very well represented throughout
Review: PACIFIC OVERTURES, Menier Chocolate Factory

Matthew White’s latest creation is stunning and Sondheim’s score remains beautiful. White doesn’t pull any punches when it comes to condemning the actions depicted, though at the very end his vision seems to suddenly shift all the violence into the necessary evil that kick-started Japan’s technological advancement. Questionable, but interesting.
Video: Eden Espinosa Performs 'Time For Starting Over' From 17 AGAIN; Cast Recording Available Now!

Concord Theatricals Recordings has released the studio cast recording of 17 Again, a musical based on the popular 2009 film. The album is now available on streaming and digital platforms worldwide. In honor of the release, a new music video for 'Time For Starting Over' performed by Eden Espinosa, has also been released.
Interview: 'It's Always So Deep and Cathartic When you Experience a Sondheim Show': Joaquin Pedro Valdes on PACIFIC OVERTURES at the Menier Chocolate Factory

Recently, we had the chance to speak with Joaquin Pedro Valdes, who is taking on the role of John Manjiro in Pacific Overtures. We discussed how he first got started in musical theatre, what it has been like to be a part of such a unique Sonhdime work, and even how the themes of the show can be compared to sushi!
Matthew Perry Passes Away at 54

BroadwayWorld is saddened to report that actor and playwright Matthew Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the hit television show Friends, has passed away. He was 54.
Jillian Walker's THE WHITNEY ALBUM Comes to Soho Rep This Month

Soho Rep presents the world premiere of multidisciplinary theater-maker, musician, and composer Jillian Walker's The Whitney Album. Walker's ritual performance flows between incantation, love lecture, scene, and song as it considers the labor of performance itself and honors the legacy of Whitney Houston and so many other Black women beloved, and consumed, for their art.
Jillian Walker's THE WHITNEY ALBUM Premieres at Soho Rep in May

Soho Rep presents the world premiere of multidisciplinary theater-maker and “imaginary historian” Jillian Walker's The Whitney Album, a meditation on the artist's relationship to Whitney Houston's work and personal life, and perceptions of both in the American imagination. The production concludes a 2022-23 Soho Rep season consisting entirely of works commissioned by the organization
Interview: Theatre Life with Jason Ma

Today's subject Jason Ma is currently living his theatre life telling us all about 'The Advantages of Floating in The Middle of The Sea' in Signature Theatre's current production of Stephen Sondheim and John Weidman's underappreciated masterpiece Pacific Overtures. Jason plays the lead role of Reciter plus other characters as well. The production runs through April ninth in Signature's MAX space.
Miracle Chance, Ellis Kirk & More to Join HEATHERS at The Other Palace This Month

Heathers the Musical, will be ushering in a new cast from 21st February at The Other Palace, with the show now booking until 3 September 2023.
VIDEO: Regina Hall & Russell Dickerson Appear on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW

The two stars bond over their on-screen husband Marlon Wayans and Jennifer shares how much he spoiled her, shocking Regina. Then, Jennifer and Regina have a “girlfriend moment” and play a dating dealbreaker game. Later in the show, Jennifer sits down with country music star Russell Dickerson. Watch videos from the episode now!
VIDEO: James Corden Appears on THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW

James Corden joins Jennifer and talks about how he once tried to form a boy band with his high school friends called “Insatiable,” sharing that they never played proper shows but it was a way to meet girls. He touches upon how he and his wife are having troubles  with their lazy Elf on the Shelf who chooses not to move. Watch videos now!
VIDEO: Lindsey Vonn Vists THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW

Next week kicks off with country music superstar Blake Shelton, the multi-talented James Corden, “The Best Man” franchise actress Regina Hall, and country artist Russell Dickerson, followed by “Avatar” star Sam Worthington, “Friends” megastar Matthew Perry, and actress Gabrielle Union. Watch videos from the episode now!
VIDEO: Howie Mandel & Ciara Visit THE JENNIFER HUDSON SHOW

Jennifer Hudson continues to spread holiday cheer with day two of her first Mama Hud’s Holiday Giveaways with the help of comedian and “America’s Got Talent” judge Howie Mandel. Ciara also talks about her role in the upcoming movie musical “The Color Purple” and how “blown away” she feels being part of the big film adaptation. Watch videos now!
Diane Sawyer Sits Down With Matthew Perry for Exclusive ABC Broadcast Interview; Watch Now

Matthew Perry, known for his role on the hit television show “Friends,” shares his experience with success, fame, his struggle with addiction, and life now. The one-hour special features never before shared details from behind the scenes of “Friends” and Perry’s near-death experience that left him in a coma for nearly 14 days.
Laura Benanti Welcomes Second Daughter, Louisa Georgia Benanti-Brown

Laura Benanti took to Instagram to share the birth of her second daughter, Louisa Georgia Benanti-Brown.
Meet the Cast of POTUS on Broadway

Selina Fillinger's new Broadway comedy POTUS: Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive, officially begins previews tonight, April 14. Meet the cast!
Selina Fillinger's POTUS: OR, BEHIND EVERY GREAT DUMBASS ARE SEVEN WOMEN TRYING TO KEEP HIM ALIVE Will Open on Broadway This Spring

Broadway’s uproarious new comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world, POTUS begins previews at the Shubert Theatre on Thursday, April 14, 2022, with an official Opening Night of Monday, May 9, 2022, for a limited engagement through Sunday, August 14, 2022.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Matthew Perry been in?

Matthew Perry has not appeared on Broadway.

How many West End shows has Matthew Perry been in?

Matthew Perry has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.

What was Matthew Perry's first West End show?

Matthew Perry's first West End show was The End of Longing which opened in 2016

How many shows has Matthew Perry written?

Matthew Perry has written 1 shows including The End of Longing (Playwright).

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