Los Angeles, California – Maeve Quinlan, a star of “The Bold and the Beautiful,” recently reminisced about her relationship with the late Matthew Perry, known for his role in “Friends.” Quinlan, 59, spoke to Soap Opera Digest about their time together, highlighting Perry’s commitment to sobriety when they were a couple.
According to Quinlan, Perry struggled with substance abuse but was completely sober during their time together from 2002 to 2003. Their romance began after meeting at a tennis game, with Quinlan expressing admiration for Perry’s honesty about his past struggles.
Perry’s untimely death in October 2023, at the age of 54, was attributed to the acute effects of ketamine, as per his autopsy report. Despite his battles with addiction, Quinlan recalls a period when they were inseparable and Perry was focused on maintaining his sobriety.
Their close bond continued even after their breakup, with Quinlan describing their relationship as akin to that of siblings. She fondly remembered Perry as someone who was not always confident around women, despite his star status and history of dating notable figures like Julia Roberts.
Quinlan shared insights into Perry’s internal struggles and the challenges he faced with addiction to substances like Vicodin. She regretted not reaching out to him after the release of his memoir, acknowledging the courage it took for him to be candid about his experiences.
Reflecting on Perry’s passing, Quinlan expressed devastation and a sense of loss, emphasizing the importance of remembering him for his sober moments. Despite their growing apart in recent years, Quinlan cherished the memories of their time together and the impact Perry had on her life.
In the wake of Perry’s death, Quinlan emphasized the significance of understanding addiction as a disease, noting how it gradually affected Perry over time. She highlighted the value of their shared experiences and the impact of Perry’s candidness in his writing.