Matthew Perry Biography

Matthew Perry born Matthew Langford Perry is an American actor, comedian, and producer. He is best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the NBC television sitcom Friends, which ran from 1994 to 2004. Due to the immense popularity of the sitcom, Perry and the rest of the six-member main cast ensemble were each making $1 million per episode by 2002.

Perry was the co-creator, co-writer, executive producer, and star of the ABC sitcom Mr. Sunshine, which ran from February to April 2011. In August 2012, Perry began starring as Ryan King, a sportscaster, on the NBC sitcom Go On. The series was canceled on May 10, 2013. Perry co-developed and starred in the CBS sitcom The Odd Couple portraying Oscar Madison from 2015 to 2017.

Matthew Perry Age

Mathew is 52 years old as of 2021. He was born on 19 August 1969, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, United States. He celebrates his birthday on the 19 of August every year.

Matthew Perry Height and Weight

Perry stands at an average height of 1.83 meters tall and weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms). Matthew has dark brown hair and brown eyes. His other body measurements are not available.

Matthew Perry Education

Perry pursued acting and attended The Buckley School in Sherman Oaks, graduating in 1987. He pursued improv comedy at the LA Connection in Sherman Oaks while still in high school.

Matthew Perry Family, Parents, and Siblings

Perry was born in Williamstown, Massachusetts, and in Ottawa, Ontario. His mother, Suzanne Marie Morrison (née Langford), is a Canadian journalist and former press secretary to former Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau. His father, John Bennett Perry (born 1941), is an American actor and former model.

Matthew Perry Wife and Children

Perry has never been married and has no children. He dated Yasmine Bleeth in 1995. He also dated Julia Roberts from 1995 to 1996. Perry had to write and submit a paper on quantum physics to Roberts in order for her to appear on Friends. He later dated Lizzy Caplan from 2006 to 2012.

He became engaged to Molly Hurwitz, a literary manager, in November 2020. They were first rumored to be dating in December 2019, when they had reportedly spent Christmas together. In June 2021, Perry announced he had called off the engagement, telling People magazine, “Sometimes things just don’t work out and this is one of them. I wish Molly the best.”

Matthew Perry Salary

Details pertaining to his annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review and will soon be updated.

Matthew Perry Net Worth

Perry has an estimated net worth of $80 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor, comedian, and producer. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

Matthew Perry Measurements and Facts

Here are some interesting facts and body measurements you should know about Matthew.

Matthew Perry Wiki

Full Names: Matthew Langford Perry
Popular As: Matthew Perry
Gender: Male
Occupation / Profession: Actor, Comedian, and Producer
Nationality: American
Race / Ethnicity: White
Religion: Not Known
Sexual Orientation: Straight

Matthew Perry Birthday

Age / How Old?: 52 years old as of 2021
Zodiac Sign: Leo
Date of Birth: 19 August 1969
Place of Birth: Williamstown, Massachusetts, United States
Birthday: 19 August

Matthew Perry Body Measurements

Body Measurements: Not Available
Height / How Tall?: 1.83 meters
Weight: 66 kilograms
Eye Color: Dark Brown
Hair Color: Dark Brown
Shoe Size: Not Available
Biceps Size: Not Available
Chest Size: Not Available
Waist Size: Not Available

Matthew Perry Family and Relationship

Father (Dad): John Bennett Perry
Mother: Suzanne Marie Morrison
Siblings (Brothers and Sisters): Not Known
Marital Status: Single
Dating / Girlfriend: Not Known
Children: Not Known

Matthew Perry Net Worth and Salary

Net Worth: $80 million

Salary: Under Review
Source of Income: Actor, Comedian, and Producer

Matthew Perry Career

In 2008, Perry starred in the offbeat film Birds of America as Morrie Tanager, an uptight man who has to deal with his siblings. Showtime passed on a pilot called The End of Steve, a dark comedy starring, written, and produced by Perry and Peter Tolan. Perry’s new comedy pilot, Mr. Sunshine, based on Perry’s original idea for the show, was bought by ABC. Perry was set to portray a middle-aged man with an identity crisis. ABC canceled the series after nine episodes.

On March 1, 2012, it was reported that Perry had signed on to star on the NBC comedy pilot Go On, written and produced by former Friends writer/producer Scott Silveri. The project was picked up to series in May 2012. Perry portrayed Ryan King, a sportscaster who tries to move on after the death of his wife through the help of mandatory therapy sessions. The pilot aired on August 8, 2012, as a “sneak preview” after the 2012 Summer Olympics. The series premiered on September 11, 2012. On October 2, 2012, NBC ordered a full season of 22 episodes. NBC canceled Go On in May 2013, shortly after the conclusion of its first season.

In 2012, Perry guest-starred on the CBS drama The Good Wife, as attorney Mike Kresteva. In 2013, he reprised his role in the fourth season. In 2014, Perry made his British TV debut in the one-off comedy program The Dog Thrower, which aired on May 1 as part of Sky Arts’ Playhouse Presents. Perry portrayed “a charismatic man” who enchanted onlookers by throwing his dog in the air. From 2015 to 2017, Perry starred in, co-wrote, and served as executive producer of a revival of the sitcom The Odd Couple on CBS. Perry played Oscar Madison opposite Thomas Lennon as Felix Unger.

Perry played the lead role in a new production of his play The End of Longing, which premiered on February 11, 2016, at the Playhouse Theatre in London. The play transferred Off-Broadway to MCC Theater, which opened on June 5, 2017, with Jennifer Morrison.

In March 2017, Perry again reprised his role as attorney Mike Kresteva, in The Good Fight, a sequel show to the CBS drama The Good Wife. Later in 2017, he starred as Ted Kennedy in the mini-series The Kennedys: After Camelot. In December 2020, Perry paused his participation with the Cameo video platform. Perry launched Friends-inspired merchandise prior to the Friends: The Reunion Special.

Frequently Asked Questions About Matthew Perry

Who is Matthew?

Langford Perry is an American actor, comedian, and producer. He is best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the NBC television sitcom Friends, which ran from 1994 to 2004. Due to the immense popularity of the sitcom, Perry and the rest of the six-member main cast ensemble were each making $1 million per episode by 2002.

How old is Matthew?

Mathew is 52 years old as of 2021. He was born on 19 August 1969, in Williamstown, Massachusetts, United States. He celebrates his birthday on the 19 of August every year.

How tall is Matthew?

Perry stands at an average height of 1.83 meters tall and weighs 145 pounds (66 kilograms). Matthew has dark brown hair and brown eyes. His other body measurements are not available.

Is Matthew married?

Perry has never been married and has no children. He dated Yasmine Bleeth in 1995. He also dated Julia Roberts from 1995 to 1996. Perry had to write and submit a paper on quantum physics to Roberts in order for her to appear on Friends. He later dated Lizzy Caplan from 2006 to 2012.

How much is Matthew worth?

Perry has an estimated net worth of $80 million dollars as of 2020. This includes his assets, money, and income. His primary source of income is his career as an actor, comedian, and producer. Through his various sources of income, he has been able to accumulate good fortune but prefers to lead a modest lifestyle.

How much does Matthew make?

Details pertaining to his annual earnings are currently unavailable. This information is however currently under review and will soon be updated.

Where does Matthew live?

Because of security reasons, Matthew has not shared his precise location of residence. We will update this information if we get the location and images of his house.

Is Matthew dead or alive?

Matthew is alive and in good health. There have been no reports of him being sick or having any health-related issues.

Where is Matthew Now?

To get his latest updates, visit his official social media accounts listed below.

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