Matt LeBlanc, 54, unrecognizable with stubble & baggy sweats in rare outing amid worry for Friends costar Matthew Perry
MATT LeBlanc was seen sporting stubble and baggy sweats and looking quite unrecognizable amid fan fears for his Friends costar Matthew Perry.
The actor, who played Joey Tribbiani on the massively popular show, is not often seen in public.
Matt, 54, was spotted at a body shop in Sherman Oaks, California, looking very different.
The TV star kept it casual, sporting baggy sweats as he shielded his face beneath a dark baseball cap and sunglasses.
Matt’s face was covered in white stubble – unusual for the typically clean-shaven star.
The rare sighting comes as fans expressed concern for Matt’s costar and friend, Matthew Perry.
Matthew, 52, has struggled openly with addiction in the past, and fans recently revealed fears that he may be using again.
Both Matt and Matthew previously attended the Friends reunion, which aired in 2021.
Fans have had plenty to say about both stars as of late.
WELL WISHES
Matthew recently revealed the cover of his tell-all book, which featured a photo of him.
He teased his book on Instagram, sharing of the cover along with the release date: “11. 1. 22.”
In the caption, the Friends star promised to tell-all in the memoir.
He wrote: “So much has been written about me in the past. I thought it was time people heard from me.”
Referencing his struggles, the actor wrote: “The highs were high, the lows were low. But I have lived to tell the tale, even though at times it looked like I wouldn’t.
“And it’s all in here. I apologize it’s not a pop up book.”
‘THIS IS AMAZING’
Fans gushed in the comments over Matthew, who played Chandler Bing on Friends.
Several fans called him a “babe,” while other simply commented heart-eye emojis.
Others wrote: “This is amazing I can’t wait to hear from the man who is such a talented actor! Playing chandler was genius, but that is only one of your many fantastic roles.”
Another commented: “I have just always loved everything about you, and I still do.”
The book comes almost one year after Matthew left fans worried he’d fallen back into his addiction.
FEARS
Matthew sat down with his Friends costars for a “three question” interview with in May 2021.
The group seemed upbeat as they reflected on their years on set together, and shared funny stories from the set.
Fans pointed out that the Canadian actor didn’t seem to be responding to questions in his typical comedic tone, and seemed to slur his words and even nod off at one point.
Fans filled the comments section with concern.
“Seeing Matthew sad is heartbreaking,” one wrote.
They added: “I hope he gets better soon, I don’t know how I’m going to enjoy the reunion when Matthew is this sad.”
“This felt so good seeing but also broke my heart seeing Matthew Perry like this,” another wrote.
A third commenter said: “I know we are all sad about Matthew but let’s remember he has suffered a lot of health related issues and he has struggled with addiction.
“Let’s all be kind and polite and remember all the funny moments he gave us through his role as Chandler, thank you.”
A source later told The Sun that it wasn’t a relapse that led to Matthew’s slurred speech.
‘HE HAD BEEN IN PAIN’
The insider revealed he had undergone dental work and was suffering in pain and feeling unwell.
The source said at the time: “Matthew turned up to the reunion and members of his team said that he had an emergency tooth procedure that day.
“That was said to impact his wellbeing and also how he was feeling.
“He had been in pain from what we understand, which caused the slurred speech.
“Obviously no one wants to film after a procedure, but it happened.
“The feeling was one of huge sympathy for Matthew especially in recent days given how people have reacted online.”
The insider added: “Matthew has told those around him that he is sober, and there is no need to worry.”
DAD STYLE
When it comes to Matt, fans have been quick to point out changes in his appearance though it’s typically light-hearted.
After the Friends reunion aired, fans began comparing the star to an Irish dad or uncle on Twitter.
He was seen leaning back in a chair with his arms crossed across his chest through much of the show.
One social media user shared a pic from the show, writing: “Matt LeBlanc is your uncle when your parents forced your 6 year old self to stand up in front of the adults after a family dinner and sing a song you just learned in primary school.”
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