In a somber and emotional moment, actor Matt LeBlanc, known for his iconic role as Joey Tribbiani in the beloved sitcom Friends, made his first public appearance since the tragic death of his co-star and friend, Matthew Perry.

Just days after Perry's sudden passing, LeBlanc was spotted on Thursday afternoon in Los Angeles, California, driving his SUV. TMZ captured a photo of LeBlanc looking visibly devastated, wearing dark sunglasses and a baseball cap as he grapples with the loss.

The on-screen friendship between Joey Tribbiani (LeBlanc) and Chandler Bing (Perry) became a cornerstone of the hit TV series. Since the show's conclusion in 2004, their bond continues to be cherished by fans all over the world.

LeBlanc and the rest of the Friends cast, including Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, and David Schwimmer, recently released a joint statement expressing their deep sorrow and disbelief over Perry's sudden death. They emphasized that their relationship went beyond just being castmates, uniting them as a family.

"We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just castmates. We are a family," the statement read. "There is so much to say, but right now we're going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss."

The statement also conveyed that in due time, they would speak more about their cherished memories with Perry and extend their thoughts and love to his family, friends, and fans around the world.

Matthew Perry was tragically discovered dead in his home on Saturday, October 28, in what is believed to be a drowning incident. Authorities are currently investigating whether any substances played a role in his passing. Prescription drugs were reportedly found at Perry's home, as he had been open about his past struggles with addiction and substance abuse.

During the filming of Friends, Perry's battle with addiction was noticeable to his co-stars, who expressed concern for his well-being. Jennifer Aniston had even confronted him about his issues. Perry was also known to be a smoker, which further added to his health challenges.

As LeBlanc copes with the immense sadness stemming from the loss of his dear friend, fans around the world continue to mourn the untimely death of Matthew Perry. The impact of their on-screen friendship will forever be etched in television history, leaving a lasting legacy that transcends the boundaries of fiction.