, best known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the beloved sitcom , was a talented actor who captured the hearts of millions. However, behind the laughter and fame lay a long and . Perry checked into rehab 15 times over 30 years, yet his journey toward sobriety was a constant uphill climb, overshadowed by his celebrity status.
According to RadarOnline.com, Perry's fame , making it difficult for him to connect with others facing similar struggles. A former addict named Nick Matthews, who encountered Perry at various meetings, described the actor as appearing "melancholy," noting how he often chose to "sit by himself quietly in the back.
" Matthews recalled, " " This isolation reflected Perry's discomfort with vulnerability, making it even harder for him to find the support he desperately needed. While Matthews credits his recovery to the support of fellow patients, . Despite moments of sobriety, Perry grappled with addiction throughout much of his adult life.
His decision to turn to ultimately sealed his fate. Tragically, within weeks of starting this new treatment, he became addicted to ketamine, leading to Matthews reflects on Matthew Perry's vulnerability Matthews, who has been sober since 2013 and now runs his own addiction treatment centers in Montecito, California, and Miami, Florida, understands the unique challenges that come with fame. " ," he explained.
The pressures of celebrity can complicate the recovery process, making it harder for those in the spotlight to.