In an interview for the first time since her brother Matthew Perry’s passing, Caitlin Perry allowed herself to open up and share some of her memories of the much-loved actor and of the effect that he had on the people surrounding him. With tearful emotion, she looked back on Matthew’s legacy as his one-year death anniversary approached and spoke with gratitude and sadness while learning to live life without him.

Cherishing Memories of a Brother and Friend
Caitlin spoke eloquently of Matthew’s kindness, humor, and resilience-those qualities that so endeared him to family and friends but also to literally millions of fans worldwide. “He had this amazing ability to make you feel seen and heard,” she said of his warmth and empathetic nature, even in the most trying times.

She spoke of a close sibling bond since they were kids, which stayed intact despite all the ups and downs in Matthew’s life. “He was always just my brother, not the star from Friends,” Caitlin explained, underlining how their kinship surpassed celebrity status and public perception.

A Complex Journey
Caitlin did acknowledge Matthew’s addiction, and indeed the man talked about it even throughout his life. She remembered how much pride the family has taken in the struggle he had and the attempts to speak out about mental health and substance abuse. His 2022 memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, became an incredible testament to his journey and resonated with readers worldwide.

“Matthew wanted to help others by sharing his story,” Caitlin said. “He hoped it would make a difference, and that’s something we hold on to.”

Preparing for the Anniversary
As the anniversary of his passing nears, Caitlin and the Perry family are dedicating themselves to celebrating Matthew’s life. They will get together in private to celebrate him in a manner reminiscent of his humor, his compassion, and his love of family and friends.

We want to remember the joy he brought, not just the challenges he faced,” she said.

Public Tributes and Support
Fans worldwide have promised to celebrate Matthew’s life on the anniversary of his death-from online tributes to charity events supporting addiction recovery, his legacy seems to continue inspiring others.

Caitlin said in her statement, “It’s been a comfort to know how much he meant to so many.” Caused by Fans’ Love Outpouring

Matthew Perry-World-renowned actor best known for his portrayal of the character Chandler Bing on Friends-died on [Insert Date]. His legacy lives on through his work, advocacy, and the impact he had on those who knew and loved him.

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