In April 2021, the iconic Friends cast gathered at Warner Bros. Studio in Los Angeles to shoot the much-anticipated reunion special, set to premiere with much excitement the next month.

Over two memorable days, Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc, David Schwimmer, and Matthew Perry shared memories of their days on the beloved sitcom, effortlessly reconnecting both on and off camera.

Despite nearly two decades apart, their bond appeared as strong as ever. Aniston, Cox, and Kudrow exchanged tips on fashion and beauty, while LeBlanc, Schwimmer, and Perry kept spirits high with their humor.

Perry, who had openly struggled with addiction, disclosed in his 2022 memoir that at the peak of the show’s popularity, he was consuming 55 Vicodin pills daily. Following Perry’s unexpected passing, the remaining cast members rallied together, supporting each other in their shared sorrow.

They are currently exploring meaningful ways to commemorate the upcoming 20th anniversary of the Friends finale, which originally aired on May 6, 2004, drawing an audience of 52.5 million.

The idea of marking this milestone without Perry is poignant, with insiders acknowledging the gap he leaves behind. In the wake of Perry’s death, the cast shared heartfelt messages on Instagram. Aniston admitted the loss deeply affected her, revealing that she had been distraught for months.

Cox confessed she missed Perry daily, while Kudrow and Schwimmer expressed gratitude for the joy he brought into their lives. LeBlanc honored him as a cherished friend, encouraging him to “spread your wings and fly brother, you’re finally free.”