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5 unforgettable Chandler Bing moments on 'Friends'

Actor Matthew Perry, known for his role on 'Friends,' has passed away at the age of 54

Published Oct 29, 2023 03:21 am
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Matthew Perry

Matthew Perry, the actor who portrayed Chandler Bing, known for his sharp wit, sarcastic humor, and impeccable comedic timing on the iconic show "Friends," has passed away at the age of 54.

Matthew gained recognition for his role as Chandler on “Friends,” which ran for 10 seasons from 1994 to 2004. The actor received a Primetime Emmy nomination in 2002 for his performance in the beloved sitcom.

Along with “Friends,” he also starred in other television series like “Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip,” where he won Best Actor on Satellite Awards, “Go On,” as Best Global Actor in a Television Series at Huading Award, and “The Odd Couple.” 

Here, we revisit five unforgettable Chandler Bing moments from the series:

1. The One with the Baby on the Bus, Season 2 Episode 6

Chandler and Joey baby-sit Ross's son Ben and accidentally lose him while checking girls on a bus. When they go to the hospital to find him, they can't tell which child he is. They decide to flip a coin to determine it. One child is in a duck onesie, and the other is in a clown one, leading to a funny interaction between the roommates as they use coin flips to decide.

2. The One with the Proposal Part 2, Season 6, Episode 25 

Chandler's heartfelt proposal to Monica, following a string of comedic mishaps, reveals his more vulnerable and sincere side, making it one of the series' most heartwarming moments.

3. The One Where Eddie Won’t Go, Season 2, Episode 19  

Chandler's comedic charm, initially tied to his friendship with Joey, remains intact even when Joey is absent. When Joey faces difficulties and Chandler proposes he return to their apartment, a problem arises because Chandler's new roommate, Eddie, won't leave. As a solution, Chandler secretly changes the locks and pretends not to recognize Eddie when he visits the apartment.

4. The One With The Candy Hearts, Season 1, Episode 14
On Valentine's Day, only the boys have dates, and Joey persuades Chandler to join him for a double-date. To Chandler's surprise, Lorraine's friend turns out to be his ex, Janice, adding to the ongoing comedic saga of his complicated feelings and reluctance to end their unhappy relationship, which provides a recurring source of humor on the show.

5. The One with the Halloween Party, Season 8, Episode 6

Monica throws a Halloween party and surprises Chandler with a funny pink bunny costume, which she chose because she couldn't find any other options. "It was the pink bunny or no bunny at all," she tells him. When Chandler first appears as a big, fluffy pink bunny, it's truly hilarious.

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