Matthew Perry’s most iconic moments as Chandler Bing remembered… following Friends star’s tragic passing at age 54
Matthew Perry had an illustrious television career with a slew of notable roles ranging from The West Wing to Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip.
However, his inimitable take on Chandler Bing from Friends will be his most lasting legacy.
The late actor, who died on Saturdaybrought hilarity, heart and vulnerability to the role of Joey Tribbiani’s wisecracking roommate (Matt LeBlanc) and the helplessly in love husband of Monica Geller (Courteney Cox)
Over the incredible ten years of the famed sitcom’s existence, Perry had countless memorable Chandler moments alongside his co-stars, including Jennifer Aniston, Lisa KudrowAnd David Schwimmer.
As the world mourns the loss of Perry at age 54, here are a few that will forever be etched in our memories.
Icon: Matthew Perry had an illustrious television career with a string of notable roles ranging from The West Wing to Studio 60 On The Sunset Strip. However, his inimitable take on Chandler Bing from Friends will be his most lasting legacy
Throughout the famed sitcom’s incredible 10-year run, Perry had countless memorable Chandler moments alongside his co-stars, including Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow and David Schwimmer.
THE ONE WITH THE BLACKOUT
Fans immediately fell in love with easy-going prankster Chandler Bing, but a season 1 episode that highlighted his character established Perry as an actor with an impeccable sense of comedic timing.
Chandler gets stuck in an ATM with supermodel Jill Goodacre and hilarity ensues.
Perry delivers his best lines as the voiceover for Chandler. who clearly feels the pressure of being stuck alone with one of the most beautiful women in the world.
For example, after accepting a piece of gum from Jill and saying, “Chewing gum would be perfect,” he immediately responds to himself in voiceover, “Chewing gum would be perfect.” perfection? I hate myself.’
In Love: Chandler gets stuck in an ATM with supermodel Jill Goodacre and hilarity ensues
THE GUESSING GAME
A hugely chaotic guessing game – involving Joey and Chandler’s chick and duck – culminated in the realization that Chandler’s job remained a mystery.
Chandler also revealed one of his biggest fears: Michael Flatley in Lord of the Dance. “His legs swing back and forth as if they were independent of his body!” Chandler exclaimed.
Ross’ hilarious trivia game also ends with an unexpected twist: Chandler and Joey acquire Monica and Rachel’s apartment.
CHANDLER’S ROMANCE WITH MONICA IS EXPLORED
Chandler and Monica’s secret romance is discovered after Phoebe encounters them in the throes of love.
But not before Phoebe, Rachel and Joey have fun and pretend Phoebe wants to take Chandler to bed for herself.
“I’m really excited that we’re going to have all the sex,” Chandler hilariously tells Phoebe as she tries to seduce him.
Fake out: Chandler and Monica’s secret romance is discovered after Phoebe encounters them in the throes of love
THE ENGAGEMENT PHOTO
Monica wants an engagement photo published in the newspaper, but she discovers that Chandler’s genuine smile turns into something much more memorable as soon as the camera goes off.
He’s just not photogenic, as evidenced by his strange grimaces and wild facial gestures.
The episode is a perfect vessel for Perry’s physical comedy, something he would showcase again in the film The Whole Nine Yards.
Say cheese: Monica wants an engagement photo published in the newspaper, but she discovers that Chandler’s genuine smile turns into something much more memorable
Chandler says his final goodbyes to Estelle
Adieu: The heartwarming episode shows Chandler’s softer side as he says his final goodbyes to Janice
In the final season, Monica and Chandler decide to leave the Big Apple and settle in a suburb outside the city.
Chandler’s hilarious ex Janice happens to be another potential buyer of the couple’s potential home.
The heartwarming episode shows Chandler’s softer side as he says his final goodbyes to Janice.