Salma Hayek Pays Tribute to Matthew Perry: “My Friend, Taken Too Soon”
Salma Hayek has offered a heartfelt tribute to her friend, Matthew Perry, who tragically passed away at the age of 54. The two actors had co-starred in the 1997 film “Fools Rush In,” and Hayek took to Instagram to share their cherished memories.
Salma Hayek posted a series of throwback pictures on her Instagram account to commemorate her special bond with Matthew Perry. The first image captures a warm embrace between Salma Hayek and Matthew Perry. The subsequent photos feature Matthew Perry and Salma Hayek alongside George Clooney and Mark Wahlberg. The final slide showcases a screenshot of Matthew Perry’s Instagram “Ask Me” session.
During the “Ask Me” session, Matthew Perry, renowned for his portrayal of Chandler Bing on the beloved sitcom “F.R.I.E.N.D.S,” was asked about his most cherished role. In response, he shared his deep affection for the movie “Fools Rush In,” in which he starred alongside Salma Hayek, considering it one of his best films.
Salma Hayek reflected on this touching moment, saying, “Two days ago, I woke up to the shocking news that Matthew Perry is no longer with us. It’s taken me a couple of days to process this profound sadness. There is a special bond that happens when you share dreams with someone, and together you work towards them.”
She also expressed her appreciation for Matthew Perry’s kind words during his Instagram “Ask Me” session, where he revealed his love for “Fools Rush In.” Over the years, they would reminisce about their time working together, sharing a deep sense of nostalgia and gratitude. Salma Hayek concluded her tribute by saying, “My friend, you are gone much too soon, but I will continue to cherish your silliness, your perseverance, and your lovely heart. Farewell, sweet Matthew, we will never forget you.”
Matthew Perry’s tragic passing occurred when he was found unresponsive in a hot tub at his Los Angeles residence on a Sunday. Despite the efforts of first responders, they were unable to revive him. Following this devastating news, Matthew Perry’s “F.R.I.E.N.D.S” co-stars released a joint statement expressing their profound grief and emphasizing their close-knit bond as a family. They described the loss as unfathomable and shared their intention to take time to grieve and process the tragedy.
