THE FUSE

Matthew Perry gave us the beloved character "Chandler Bing." For more than a decade, his sarcasm and quick wit made us laugh, cry, and eventually wonder what happens when the applause ends. Friends is an iconic and nostalgic show that, to many, represents the comforting reality of the "found family"—that beautiful chapter of emerging adulthood when your friends are your primary source of stability, love, and support. The sadness we feel when watching Chandler Bing now stems from a bittersweet mix of his character's tragic upbringing, his defense mechanisms, and the real-world tragedy of the actor who portrayed him, Matthew Perry.