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Friends Cast Won't Appear in Matthew Perry Docuseries
The three-part series features Perry’s sister and other colleagues, while five people have been arrested in connection with his death.
Netflix's 'The One About Matthew Perry' premieres October 27, though former 'Friends' co-stars Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, and David Schwimmer declined to participate in the three-part documentary.
Directed by Mary Robertson, the series examines Perry's life before his death at 54 in October 2023, following Five individuals who reached plea deals in connection with his fatal ketamine overdose.
Mia Perry Bowick participates for the first time, telling Tudum, "It's taken time for me to feel ready to share these memories," while honoring Matthew's "beautiful heart and generous spirit."
An insider told Page Six that castmates were approached but chose not to participate, with sources noting Jennifer Aniston specifically struggles with addressing her grief publicly.
Filmmaker Mary Robertson hails the late icon as "one of the comedic geniuses of our time," aiming to reveal the person behind the public figure and his complex legacy.
According to Page Six, Jennifer Aniston and other 'Friends' actors refused to participate in the doc The One About Matthew Perry, which premiered on October 27.