Lisa Kudrow Finds Emotional Note from Matthew Perry in ‘Cookie Time’ Jar 20 Years After Filming Friends

The Friends star opened up about the emotional find.

Lisa Kudrow recently shared an emotional discovery—she found a note from her late co-star, Matthew Perry, inside the iconic ‘Cookie Time’ jar from the Friends set, two decades after filming wrapped. The Friends cast is still coming to terms with Perry’s tragic passing, and this unexpected find gave Kudrow a bittersweet moment of connection with her friend.

Over a year after Perry’s death, his memory continues to live on with his former co-stars. Perry died at 54 on October 28, 2023, due to a combination of ketamine use, drowning, coronary artery disease, and the effects of buprenorphine, which is typically used to treat opioid addiction. The news of his passing shocked many, and it hit his co-stars particularly hard, as they had spent nearly a decade together working on the hit sitcom.

Kudrow, who played Phoebe Buffay on Friends, recently opened up about how she came across the note while chatting with Drew Barrymore on her talk show. Kudrow was there to promote her new Netflix series No Good Deed. She explained that the note had been tucked inside the famous Cookie Time jar, a gift Perry gave her as a wrap present after filming their final episode of the series. This jar, which had become a symbol of their time together on set, held even more sentimental value with the surprise message Perry had written for her.

“I hadn’t opened it up or looked inside of it,” Kudrow recalled. “But yeah, he did. He had a note in there, and I forgot about it.”

Although Kudrow didn’t reveal the contents of the note, the emotional story prompted Barrymore to reflect on how special moments can surface unexpectedly. “Timing is everything,” Barrymore commented, highlighting how sometimes memories can resurface when they’re needed most. This simple yet profound sentiment resonated with Kudrow and the audience, as it underscored the lasting impact of Perry’s friendship.

Since Perry’s passing, Courteney Cox, who portrayed his on-screen wife, Monica, has been vocal about how she still feels his presence. Cox spoke on CBS News Sunday Morning last year, sharing a heartfelt memory of Perry.

“I’m so thankful I got to work so closely with him for so many years,” Cox said, adding that she believes Perry “visits” her. “I talk to my mom, my dad, Matthew. I feel like there are a lot of people that, I think, guide us.” Her words spoke to the deep bond they shared, which transcended their on-screen roles and continues to be a source of comfort.

Cox went on to share how she still senses Perry around her, saying, “I do sense — I sense Matthew’s around for sure.” It’s clear that Perry’s influence is still deeply felt by those closest to him, even after his passing. The friends and family left behind have spoken openly about how they hold on to his memory, sharing their stories and keeping his spirit alive.

In the aftermath of Perry’s death, five individuals have been charged in connection to his passing. These include two doctors, his personal assistant, and two other individuals linked to drug trafficking. One of the doctors, Mark Chavez, has already pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine, and he is set to be sentenced in Los Angeles in April. This ongoing legal case continues to shed light on the circumstances surrounding Perry’s death and the ongoing struggles with addiction that many face.

The impact of Perry’s life and legacy is felt by fans around the world, as they remember him not only for his role as Chandler Bing but also for his candor about the challenges he faced. Perry’s openness about his battles with addiction and his efforts to help others have left a lasting impression. His friends, too, carry his legacy forward, sharing the love and laughter he brought into their lives.

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