Matthew Perry Wanted This Co-Star to Play Him In His Biopic

Hollywood on October 28, 2023, lost a superstar when Matthew Perry took his last breath. The news of the actor's demise brought chills to the spine of many actors as well as fans. Perry, who was famous for his iconic role of Chandler in the TV sitcom 'Friends' has always managed to enthral his audience. Perry was now reportedly planning to entertain his fans by releasing a biopic before his death.

According to details shared by one of Perry's friends Athenna Crosby in an interview, the 'Friends' actors were eager to make a film about his life. She also said not only Perry was eager but also knew who he wanted to play him. Athenna was the last person who met Perry and also has lunch with the actor the day before his shocking death.

Talking to Entertainment Tonight, Crosby said, that the actor expressed his desire to create a film centred around his own life. Further, Crosby also revealed the name of the star whom Perry wanted to play him.

Who was star Matthew Perry considered for his biopic?

According to Athenna Crosby, Perry wanted Zac Efron to play him as a younger version [of himself] and that he was going to ask him soon to do that. She further added that the 'Friends' actor had previously worked with Efron in a movie together, and he really admired Efron's work. Back in 2009, Perry and Efron starred together in 17 Again, where Efron played a younger version of Perry's character Mike O'Connell. Further, the movie marked Perry's final film role.

Shedding more light on the topic, Crosby said Perry wanted more people to know him closely. Hence, he wanted to share his story with everyone. Also, Crosby said that the actor wanted his fans to know how he recovered from his addiction and championed that cause to help more people. Later, Crosby also said that the actor was happy and optimistic about everything he wanted to do.

Meanwhile, before Perry's unexpected passing, the actor published his memoir in 2022 titled 'Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing.' In this book, he delved into his experiences with addiction, his relationships, and his career. Within its pages, Matthew emphasized his quest for diverse on-screen roles following his decade-long tenure on 'Friends,' and his aspiration to be remembered for more than just his comedic character.

FAQs:

Q1: When did Matthew Perry pass away?
Ans: Matthew Perry passed away on October 28, 2023.

Q2: Whom did Matthew Perry have in mind to portray him in his biopic?
Ans: Perry wanted Zac Efron to play him as a younger version [of himself] in his biopic.