Justin Trudeauthe current prime minister i The Canadian leader paid tribute to his old school friendactor Matthew Perry, who played Chandler Bing in the famous sitcom friends, after the news of his death last Saturday, October 28, at the age of 54.

“Matthew Perry’s passing is shocking and sad. I will never forget the school plays we played and I know people all over the world will never forget the joy he brought them. Thanks for all the laughs, Matthew. “You were loved and we will miss you,” read an emotional message posted on Trudeau’s official account. on a digital platform x (Twitter).

Perry, three years older than Trudeau, died after allegedly drowning in Jacuzzi in residence in Los Angeles, California.

Their ties span more than 30 years, as they both attended Rockcliffe Park State School., primary located in Ottawa, Canada. Perry previously spoke about his childhood memories with Trudeau, who he said once hit him.

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2017 during one episode of the program Jimmy Kimmel Live, the actor admitted: “My friend Chris Murray, who was also in fifth grade in Canada, reminded me of this. We beat up Justin Trudeau. “I think he excelled in a sport that we didn’t, so it was pure jealousy.” He also added in that interview that he is not proud of what he did and that he does not brag.

Trudeau responded almost two weeks later about a childhood experience they lived with a sense of humor: “I thought about it a little bit and, you know what? Who didn’t want to punch Chandler? “How about a rematch?” He said.

As they grew up, their paths went in different directions. The Hollywood star moved to Los Angeles to pursue his dream of becoming an actor, and the politician went to university. However, they stated on several occasions that they always remained in contact.

Fans, colleagues and friends expressed their deep sadness and said their last goodbyes to the artist who also acted in other television shows, e.g. Boys Will Be Boys, Growing Pains, Silver Spoons and Charles in charge. (AND)