Overview

• BAFTA will honor Matthew Perry at its Television Awards in May 2024, following backlash over his omission from the In Memoriam segment at the Film Awards.
• Perry, known for his role as Chandler Bing in 'Friends,' also appeared in films like 'Fools Rush In' and 'The Whole Nine Yards.'
• Fans expressed disappointment on social media, with some calling the omission 'shockingly bad' and a 'poor decision.'
• BAFTA responded to the backlash by confirming Perry will be remembered at the TV Awards and on their website's In Memoriam section.
• Perry passed away in October 2023 at age 54, with his death attributed to the acute effects of ketamine.