Matthew Perry and Zac Efron on the set of 17 Again (Credits: max. 60 seconds
The recent news of the death of Matthew Perry has left a void in the hearts of the followers Friends and in the film industry Hollywood. Those who had the opportunity to get to know him at work are currently telling anecdotes and remembering the actor who played one of the most beloved characters in pop culture.
A few days after his departure Athena Crosbya close friend of Perry, revealed the actor’s ambitious plans. He had hoped to bring his book to the screen. Friends, Lovers and the Great Terrible: A Memoir. This detailed report examined more than just the glorious moments of the era Friendsbut also the challenges he faced in dealing with his addiction.
Accordingly Crosbythe film planned by Perry It was a biographical feature film and he expressed that “he wanted Zac Efron, who had already played him, to do it again because he said he did a very good job.” Crosby He added: “I really wanted to share more about his story and his recovery from addiction and really commit to helping more people.”
Perry And Efron They had previously starred in the romantic comedy titled “ 17 again (17 again), Where he played the younger, more rebellious version of the actor.
Efronafter learning the consideration of Perry to be able to play him again expressed his honor during an interview on the Dallas red carpet for his latest film. The Iron Claw : “He was a mentor to me and we made a really great film together. I mean, when we did 17 again, it was very surreal for me to look on the other side and have him there because I learned so much from him throughout his life.
Although there is no official confirmation for the biopic, Zac Efron is currently being worked on The Iron Clawa film that focuses on the family of the fighters From Eric from the 1960s. In this project he shares the stage Jeremy Allen White (Carry) And Harris Dickinson (The Triangle of Sadness) and continued his career in the entertainment industry.