Here's to a speedy recovery, Matthew Perry. On Tuesday, August 7, we learned that the beloved Friends star underwent surgery to repair a gastrointestinal perforation. According to Heathline, this condition happens when a hole forms in the stomach, large bowel, or small intestine. It can result from various diseases, such as appendicitis or diverticulitis, or even trauma like a knife or gunshot wound. It's serious stuff, and Perry's been facing it head-on.

A rep for Matthew confirmed the surgery, saying, “Matthew Perry recently underwent surgery in an LA hospital to repair a gastrointestinal perforation. He's thankful for everyone's concern and asks for privacy as he continues to heal.” That’s a lot to deal with, but Perry’s taking it in stride.

Family and Friends Stand by Matthew

Now, considering Perry’s past struggles with addiction, you can imagine the initial reactions from his loved ones. “His family and friends immediately thought he had relapsed,” a source revealed to Life & Style. “But as far as they know, he’s still sober.” They're standing by him, pulling for his recovery because, let's face it, Matthew Perry has been through a lot and he deserves all the support he can get.

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Let’s not forget the tough battles he's faced before. Perry's been open about his addiction battles, even admitting that he forgot filming some of the Friends seasons due to his substance use. “I was a little out of it at the time... Somewhere between seasons three and six,” he once confessed.

A Public Battle with Substance Abuse

Being a public figure hasn’t made things easier for Perry. “When I was in big trouble, it was so public because I was on a TV show that 30 million people were watching,” Matthew told The Hollywood Reporter in 2015. “The fact that I’m on TV makes people listen a little bit more, so I take advantage of that from time to time.”

Matthew first went to rehab in 1997 for his addiction to Vicodin. He returned to rehab four years later in 2001. Reflecting on those experiences, he said, “I’ve had a lot of ups and downs in my life and a lot of wonderful accolades. But the best thing about me is that if an alcoholic comes up to me and says, ‘Will you help me stop drinking?’ I will say, ‘Yes. I know how to do that.’”

Supporting Matthew on His Journey

Now, all we can do is hope that Perry continues on his path to recovery. “Matthew’s had a hard time over the years, professionally and personally,” the source explained. “This is definitely a very scary moment for him.” But with the support of his loved ones and his own determination, we're optimistic about his future.