Entertainment | Matthew Perry Friends Stars Speak as a Group Co-stars issue statement on death of Matthew Perry By Bob Cronin Posted Oct 30, 2023 6:32 PM CDT Copied From left, David Schwimmer, Lisa Kudrow, Matthew Perry, Courteney Cox, Jennifer Aniston, and Matt LeBlanc pose after "Friends" won outstanding comedy series at the Emmy Awards in 2002. (AP Photo/Reed Saxon, File) The surviving stars of Friends issued a brief statement Monday as a group on the death of Matthew Perry, adding that they're unable to say much just now. "We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family," the statement says, per People. "There is so much to say, but right now we're going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss." Perry's longtime co-stars added, "In time we will say more, as and when we are able." The statement was signed by Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer. They worked with Perry for 10 years on the hit sitcom. "For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty's family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world," the statement concludes. Read These Next New Fox star, 23, misses first day after car troubles. White House rolls with Trump's 'daddy' nickname. Man accused of killing his daughters might be dead. Supreme Court ruling is a big blow to Planned Parenthood. Report an error