Matt Leblanc: The fading star of a former TV phenomenon
Matt LeBlanc will always be remembered as the young, carefree Joey Tribbiani from "Friends." Recently, the actor has been rarely seen in new movies or TV shows. He appears more often in paparazzi photos.
Joey Tribbiani is now a cult figure. Just a picture is enough to recognize Matt LeBlanc from "Friends." Memes and gifs featuring Joey still circulate online today. Initially, he was an ad actor – he appeared in TV commercials for Heinz ketchup, Coca-Cola, and Levi's jeans. Later, TV roles followed. In the 1980s, he began acting in series. In 1994, he was offered a role in the comedy series "Friends," which later became an international hit, maintaining popularity for decades. The characters became immortal.
What’s up with Matt LeBlanc?
The popularity of "Friends" and LeBlanc's character was so immense that – maybe not everyone remembers – he got his own TV show. LeBlanc became typecast. While Jennifer Aniston, his co-star, developed her career by appearing in numerous movies and TV shows, he was stuck in one place. His professional achievements look bleak. Although he starred in the "Charlie's Angels" movies, there was no breakthrough role. In recent years, he appeared in titles like "Lovesick," "Man with a Plan," and the latest production with the "Friends" actors, where they discuss behind the scenes of the cult series.
Paparazzi occasionally photograph LeBlanc. The latest photos were taken of him leaving a car dealership in San Fernando Valley. The 57-year-old had not been seen at any industry events for a long time. Below are his latest photos.
Recently, Matt LeBlanc commented on the death of Matthew Perry, his close friend from the series. "Matthew. It is with a heavy heart I say goodbye. The times we had together are honestly among the favourite times of my life. It was an honour to share the stage with you and to call you my friend. I will always smile when I think of you, and I’ll never forget you. Never," he wrote.
Let's remember that the case of Matthew Perry's death is not yet closed. The people who contributed to his death are soon to be tried. Among the accused are Jasveen Sangha, known as the "Ketamine Queen," and Dr. Salvador Plasencia. The accused plead not guilty.
