Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing
A Memoir
What's it about
Ever wonder what was really happening behind the scenes with Chandler Bing? Get ready for the raw, unfiltered story of the man behind the beloved character. This is Matthew Perry's journey through the dizzying highs of fame and the crushing lows of a life-threatening addiction he hid in plain sight. You'll discover the stark reality of his battle with the "Big Terrible Thing," from near-death experiences to the immense pressure of being on the world's biggest TV show. Perry reveals how he fought for his life, the cost of his secrets, and the powerful hope he found in recovery.
Meet the author
Matthew Perry was the beloved Emmy-nominated actor who starred for a decade as Chandler Bing on the iconic sitcom Friends, a role cherished by millions worldwide. After achieving global fame, he faced a private, decades-long battle with addiction, a harrowing journey he navigated both in and out of the public eye. Perry dedicated his later years to helping others struggling with substance abuse, using his own profound experience to offer a powerful, unfiltered, and ultimately hopeful voice for recovery.

What's it about
Ever wonder what was really happening behind the scenes with Chandler Bing? Get ready for the raw, unfiltered story of the man behind the beloved character. This is Matthew Perry's journey through the dizzying highs of fame and the crushing lows of a life-threatening addiction he hid in plain sight. You'll discover the stark reality of his battle with the "Big Terrible Thing," from near-death experiences to the immense pressure of being on the world's biggest TV show. Perry reveals how he fought for his life, the cost of his secrets, and the powerful hope he found in recovery.
Meet the author
Matthew Perry was the beloved Emmy-nominated actor who starred for a decade as Chandler Bing on the iconic sitcom Friends, a role cherished by millions worldwide. After achieving global fame, he faced a private, decades-long battle with addiction, a harrowing journey he navigated both in and out of the public eye. Perry dedicated his later years to helping others struggling with substance abuse, using his own profound experience to offer a powerful, unfiltered, and ultimately hopeful voice for recovery.
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