Matthew Perry’s memoir exposes the dark past of this famous actor. This book lets fans see the harsh road Perry was on and how he got off of it. Recent interviews have shed light on some of the real problems this public figure was facing.
As the chapters unfold, readers will learn about his Vicodin habit. At one time, Perry confessed to taking over 50 pills a day. This daily dose of hydrocodone was only part of his protocol. He commented that doctors gave him this prescription medication because he said he was in pain. Today, Perry reveals that he lied to get the drug.
His behavior cost him his health and some major screen time. He was acting in an Oscar-nominated picture with Meryl Streep. It was an incredible opportunity for him, but the drug use caused his heart to stop. Someone saved his life. This person did have to break Perry’s ribs to restart his heart. Of course, that was a small price to pay. As for his starring role with Meryl Streep, the directors cut it.
Perry wondered if his fame helped him stay alive. In order to bring him back to life, he needed extensive CPR. Someone performed CPR on Matthew for almost five minutes. If this person did not recognize him as an actor, would they have stopped sooner? In an odd way, his starring role in “Friends” may have saved his life.
In his book, Perry is quick to note many things he is grateful for. His time on “Friends” and his heart stopping have turned into positive events. It may be hard for outsiders to see how a brush with death could be classified as a positive event, but for Perry, it was a second chance.
He also noted how his short-lived work on “Don’t Look Up” enlightened and empowered him. It seemed like the interview was a surreal experience for him. It was easy. Perry hopes to get that chance again.
After his book tour, fans, directors, and producers will see Matthew Perry in a new light. This tell-all tale may be the secret sauce to getting Perry back on the big and little screen again.
