Matthew Perry's 'heartbroken' family break silence after actor's tragic death

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Matthew Perry's family have said they are "heartbroken" as they broke their silence following the actor's tragic death. Matthew, who was best known for playing Chandler Bing in the popular sitcom Friends, was found dead at his home at age 54 on October 28, after 'drowning in his jacuzzi'.There were no signs of drugs or foul play at the scene.

In a heartbreaking statement shared with People, the late actor's family members said: "We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of our beloved son and brother. "Matthew brought so much joy to the world, both as an actor and a friend." They concluded: "You all meant so much to him and we appreciate the tremendous outpouring of love." The actor's father John Bennett Perry, mother Suzanne, and stepdad Keith Morrison were seen arriving at his house just hours after Matthew's body was discovered.The family looked visibly upset as they pulled up at his home in Pacific Palisades, California.

His mum Suzanne appeared particularly distressed, with her head bowed low.The 17 Again star was found dead in his hot tub by emergency services who were called to the scene following a report of a cardiac arrest.

When emergency services arrived they started a water rescue, but were tragically unsuccessful at saving the actor's life. A number of his Friends co-stars have paid tribute to the late actor, with actress Maggie Wheeler, who played Janice Hosenstein, Chandler's on-off girlfriend in the early series, writing: "What a loss. "The world will miss you Matthew Perry.The joy you brought to so many in your too short lifetime will live on." Morgan Fairchild, who portrayed Chandler's mother Nora Bing in the show, expressed her sorrow on Twitter.