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In real life, despite sharing many other personality traits with Chandler, Matthew wasn’t an only child.
His parents, Suzanne Morrison and actor-singer John Bennett Perry, divorced shortly after Matthew’s birth.
Despite initially not having any siblings, Matthew eventually found himself part of a large brood.
Suzanne and Keith welcomed four children of their own, while John and Debbie had a daughter.
Keith also had a son from a prior relationship.
“His first half-sister, Caitlin Morrison, was born in 1981.
“Caitlin was as cute as could be, and I loved her instantly,” Matthew said.
Four years later, Emily Morrison joined the family.
Maria Perry was born in 1986 and was the only child of Matthew’s father and his new wife.
In his memoir, the star praised her empathy following his two-week coma in 2018.
In 1987, Will Morrison, Matthew’s only half-brother, entered the family.
The last addition to the Morrison siblings, Madeline Morrison, was born in 1989.
Madeline followed in her dad’s footsteps and became a “Dateline” producer.
“These kids grew up and saved my life,” Matthew wrote of his siblings.
My mom had a wonderful new family with Keith.”
Despite his internal struggles, Perry emphasized the unwavering support he continuously received from his siblings and parents.
“They never dropped the ball once; any of them never turned their backs on me, ever.
Imagine such love if you’re able to,” he wrote.
