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Molly Hurwitz, Matthew Perry’s ex-fiancée, has broken her silence following the tragic passing of the actor on October 28, a loss attributed to an apparent drowning in his Los Angeles residence. In the wake of this devastating news, fans eagerly anticipated Hurwitz’s response, and she took to Instagram to share a poignant tribute to her former partner.
In her heartfelt message, Hurwitz began by acknowledging the immense talent that Matthew Perry possessed. She recounted a special moment when they binge-watched “Friends” prior to the 2021 reunion, a viewing that helped Perry recognize his own exceptional prowess in acting—a realization he had previously shied away from. She quoted him as saying, “‘F***, I was so good!!!…See what I did there???” Their shared respect and appreciation for humor became a profound connection between them, and witnessing Perry rediscover his brilliance was a truly magical experience for her. While she acknowledged that their relationship was complex and brought a pain unlike any other, she also credited Perry with a transformative impact on her life, expressing immense gratitude for the lessons she gained from their time together. She concluded her message by mentioning Al Anon—an organization providing support to those with loved ones struggling with addiction—and expressed a sense of relief that Perry had found peace.
Perry and Hurwitz’s relationship began in 2018, culminating in their engagement in 2020. However, they parted ways in 2021, leaving Perry presumably single prior to his passing.
Their relationship, though private, took a more public turn in 2020 when Perry joyfully announced their engagement, emphasizing how fortunate he felt to be with someone he deemed “the greatest woman on the face of the planet.” Unfortunately, less than a year later, he shared the news of their separation, recognizing that sometimes, despite the best intentions, relationships don’t work out. He conveyed his best wishes to Hurwitz in light of their parting.
In his memoir, “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing,” released in 2022, Perry openly revealed that his proposal to Hurwitz had been driven by a desperate fear of abandonment and loneliness during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic. He candidly admitted that he was in rehab in Switzerland at the time, high on substances, and proposed to Hurwitz as an attempt to prevent her from leaving him. It wasn’t until he returned home that he realized the gravity of his impulsive decision, recognizing it as a monumental mistake.
Tragically, prior to his passing, Perry shared that he had finally overcome his fear of abandonment and was ready to embrace love and commitment once more, even expressing a desire to potentially start a family in the future. He spoke of newfound confidence and a willingness to open himself up to love once more, signifying a positive shift in his outlook on relationships.