Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing

INSTANT #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER #1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER The beloved star of "Friends" takes us behind the scenes of the hit sitcom and his struggles with addiction in this “candid, darkly funny...poignant” memoir (The New York Times). A most anticipated book by Time, Associated Press, Goodreads, USA Today, and more! “Hi, my name is Matthew, although you may know me by another name. My friends call me Matty.” The riveting story of acclaimed actor Matthew Perry details his journey from childhood ambition to fame, addiction, and recovery following a life-threatening health scare. Frank, self-aware, and humorous, Perry vividly depicts his lifelong battle with addiction and shares stories about his castmates and other stars he met along the way. This intimate and eye-opening memoir extends a hand to those struggling with sobriety—unflinchingly honest, moving, and uproariously funny.