Matthew Perry: the moving tribute to the 2024 Emmy Awards revisited

Emotion and Memory: The Tribute Paid to Matthew Perry at the 2024 Emmy Awards

The moving 2024 Emmy Awards ceremony, held on January 15 in Los Angeles, was marked by a nostalgic sequence dedicated to Matthew Perry. The renowned actor, best known for his role as Chandler Bing in the cult series “Friends”, passed away tragically in October of the previous year, lost to complications linked to excessive intake of ketamine.

A Melancholic Tribute

The program for the 75th Television Awards included a poignant moment, setting up a video memorial for the fallen artists of the past year. The assembly was particularly touched during the broadcast of excerpts in memory of the actors, on a soundtrack initially carried by the song “See You Again” by Charlie Puth. The mood intensified when suddenly, the familiar notes of the “Friends” theme, “I’ll Be There For You,” echoed through the room.

A photograph of Matthew Perry was displayed, sparking a wave of emotion among the public, clearly affected by the disappearance of the beloved actor.

Noticed Absence of the Cast of “Friends”

Contrary to expectations sparked by previous announcements and widespread speculation in November, the “Friends” cast members did not walk the floor of the event. Assumptions had circulated about a possible specific meeting of the filming partners in honor of their colleague and friend, Matthew Perry.

That didn’t stop fans of the iconic ’90s series from hoping to see Jenifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow and Matt Leblanc gather on another stage for an official tribute to their late colleague. .

Internet users’ reaction

On social networks, the online community has widely shared its affection and memory of Matthew Perry. An eloquent tweet, accompanied by a clip of the tribute, simply states: “Matthew Perry, you will never be forgotten,” encapsulating the sentiment of a fanbase still attached to the lost star.

The departure of Matthew Perry has left an undeniable void in the world of entertainment and particularly among fans of “Friends”. The 2024 Emmy Awards will be remembered as the moment Hollywood reiterated its affection for the man behind the icon, saluting his memory with a delicacy and warmth equivalent to that he brought to millions of viewers during his career.