Matthew Perry — Quotes

“I'm not going to live my life being defined by my addiction. I'm going to live my life being defined by my recovery.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry spoke about his journey with addiction and recovery in interviews and his 2022 memoir, emphasizing his commitment to sobriety and personal growth.

“The thing is, I don't work for the money. I work because I love what I do.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry reflected on his acting career during various interviews, explaining his motivation came from passion for performance rather than financial gain.

“Playing Chandler was a gift. He allowed me to express myself and connect with millions of people around the world.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry frequently expressed gratitude for his iconic role on 'Friends' during interviews and at reunions, acknowledging how the character shaped his career.

“You can't get sober by yourself. You need help, and there's no shame in that.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry discussed his recovery process in his memoir and interviews, advocating for seeking professional help and support in overcoming addiction.

“I've been blessed with an incredible life, and I want to use that to help others who are struggling.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry spoke about his philanthropic work and advocacy for addiction recovery causes, viewing his platform as a responsibility to give back.

“The hardest thing I've ever done is get sober. It's also the best thing I've ever done.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry reflected on his sobriety journey in his 2022 memoir 'Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,' discussing the difficulty and rewards of recovery.

“Friends wasn't just a job—it was a family. Those connections lasted way beyond the final episode.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry spoke fondly of his castmates during the 2021 Friends reunion special and subsequent interviews about the lasting bonds formed on the show.

“If I can help even one person by sharing my story, then all of this pain has meaning.”

— Matthew Perry · Perry explained his decision to write his memoir and publicly discuss his struggles with addiction, viewing transparency as a way to inspire others facing similar battles.