Jennifer Aniston paid a heartfelt tribute to her late “Friends” co-star Matthew Perry on Wednesday, sharing a poignant text message he had sent her. The actress took to Instagram to express the profound impact Perry had on her and the rest of the “Friends” cast.
In a deeply emotional post, Aniston reflected on the difficult process of saying goodbye to Perry, describing it as an overwhelming wave of emotions that was entirely new to her. She emphasized the deep love they all felt for him, highlighting his integral role within their tight-knit group, which she likened to a chosen family that had forever altered the trajectory of their lives.
Aniston recalled Perry’s passion for making people laugh, emphasizing that he considered laughter a lifeline. According to her, Perry once remarked that if he didn’t hear laughter, he felt like he might perish. She acknowledged his success in bringing joy and laughter to everyone around him, highlighting his ability to genuinely make them laugh, and laugh hard.
Tragically, Perry was discovered deceased in his hot tub on October 28 in what appeared to be a drowning incident. Aniston disclosed that she had spent the last two weeks immersed in their past text exchanges, a mixture of laughter and tears as she reminisced about the moments they shared.
Among these messages, Aniston uncovered a particularly meaningful text from Perry, one that encapsulated the essence of their friendship. The message, which she intends to cherish forever, conveyed Perry’s love for her and his belief that he had now found peace, free from pain.
In a touching revelation, Jennifer Aniston shared that she continues to talk to Perry every day, feeling his presence and almost hearing his characteristic humor in her mind. She concluded her tribute by bidding farewell to her “little brother” and expressing gratitude for the joy he consistently brought into her life.