Friends, loved ones, and one big terrible thing. The autobiography of Matthew Perry

«I knew he had endured incredible suffering, but I had no idea how many times he was on the brink of life and death. I’m glad you are with us, Matty. I wish you well. I love you». — Lisa Kudrow

Funny, kind, hilarious, witty. This is how the world knows Matthew Perry and his character from the series «Friends», Chandler Bing. With his jokes, he can bring you to tears, with one phrase he can lighten the mood, or he can absurdly yet dramatically fall to the floor. A joker, comic, and jester.

But few people know the other Matthew. The one who suffered for many years from alcohol and drug addiction, who writhed and howled in pain, cried uncontrollably, and was ashamed to look his loved ones in the eye. Months spent on a hospital bed, coma, difficult rehabilitation, years in oblivion and fighting with himself…
This book is the true and candid story of the real Matthew Perry. A piercing confession and admission of all sins. Yes, he made mistakes in life. But the only thing he did right in his life was to never give up and never lower his hands. He will tell everything: about filming «Friends», the romance with Julia Roberts, about his illness, about years of oblivion, and hope for the future.

On October 28, 2023, Matthew Perry passed away. This book is his last word, a farewell gift for all of us in a new convenient format.