Julia Roberts is one of the most beloved and famous actresses in Hollywood. She’s starred in fan-favorite films like “Pretty Woman,” “Notting Hill,” “Mystic Pizza,” “Steel Magnolias,” and many more. However, friends of the TV show fans remember her for her hilarious guest-starring role. During that time, Roberts was also having a romantic relationship with actor Matthew Perry. Now, weeks following his shocking death, she’s speaking out about the loss.
Julia Roberts opens up about “heartbreaking” death of Matthew Perry
During an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Julia Roberts opened up about the tragic death of Matthew Perry. The actress revealed the heartbreak of losing her ex-boyfriend.
“The sudden passing of anybody so young is heartbreaking. I think that, you know, it just helps all of us just appreciate what we have and to keep going in a positive way as best we can,” Roberts told the outlet.
Perry was found dead at his home on October 28 after he reportedly drowned in his jacuzzi. Hollywood was stunned by the news. Of course the “Friends” cast, Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, Courteney Cox, David Schwimmer, and Matt LeBlanc were also devastated.
Perry portrayed the role of Chandler Bing on the iconic TV series for ten seasons. During that time, he acted alongside Roberts when she made a cameo on the show as a love interest for Perry’s character.
Roberts remembers her time on ‘Friends’
Julia Roberts appeared in the 1996 episode of “Friends” titled “The One After the Superbowl.” The actress has fond memories of filming the episode.
“They were all so welcoming to me as just a kind of one-off character and it was a really fun time,” Roberts stated, adding she had “all good thoughts and feelings” about her “Friends” apperance.
Matthew Perry and Julia Roberts briefly dated
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