10 Surprising Facts About Matthew Perry You Didn’t Know

10. Dual Citizen: Matthew Perry was both Canadian and American.

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9: Tennis Prodigy: He was a top junior tennis player in Canada before acting.

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8: Chandler Fate: Perry almost missed out on Chandler Bing due to a prior commitment.

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7: Real-Life Chandler: He co-created a TV pilot about futuristic airport baggage handlers.

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6: Battle with Addiction: Perry turned his struggles with addiction into advocacy work.

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5: Memoir Revelation: His memoir offers an unfiltered look at his life, including near-death experiences.

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4: Friends Lifeline: Perry credited the Friends cast with saving his life during tough times.

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3: Ping Pong Passion: He’s a competitive ping-pong player with his own table brand.

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2: Comedic Legacy: His father, John Bennett Perry, is a well-known actor and comedian.

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1: Healing Home: Perry turned his Malibu house into a sober living facility

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