Many of Matthew Perry's obituaries are facing a backlash. Read more on Grazia.
Tributes have been pouring in for Matthew Perry following the actors death aged 54. The US actor was found deadsaying ‘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.’
Over the course of his career, he was an advocate for those struggling with addiction. In July 2011, he lobbied the US Congress as a celebrity spokesperson for the National Association of Drug Court Professionals in support of funding for court programmes that take a public health approach to crimes committed by non‐violent offenders with substance use problems .
Now, backlash is mounting around the uncomfortable ways some are framing the actors death. ‘Matthew Perry spent the rest of his life helping others through their addiction, I’d say that’s “getting it together” in the most selfless and courageous way,’ one person responded.
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