Salma Hayek Pinaultis paying tribute toMatthew Perryafter his sudden death.
The actress starred opposite theFriendsalum in the1997 comedyFools Rush In,about two strangers who have a one-night stand in Las Vegas that results in a pregnancy.
Perry, 54, was found dead at his home in Los Angeles on Saturday.
“Two days ago, I woke up to the shocking news that Matthew Perry is no longer with us. It’s taken me a couple of days to process this profound sadness,” Hayek Pinault, 57,wrote on InstagramMonday, sharing throwback photos of herself with Perry.
“There is a special bond that happens when you share dreams with someone, and together you work towards them,” she continued. “I was very moved last year when Matthew shared on his Instagram stories how much he lovedFools Rush In, and how he thought that that film we did together was probably his best movie.”
The actress said she stayed in touch with Perry in the time since makingFools Rush In.
Matthew Perry and Salma Hayek at the “Fools Rush In” L.A. premiere in 1997.Magma Agency/WireImage
Magma Agency/WireImage
“Throughout the years, he and I found ourselves reminiscing about that meaningful time in our lives with a deep sense of nostalgia and gratitude,” wrote Hayek Pinault.
Matthew Perry and Salma Hayek in “Fools Rush In” (1997).Columbia Pictures/Getty
“My friend, you are gone much too soon, but I will continue to cherish your silliness, your perseverance, and your lovely heart. Farewell, sweet Matthew, we will never forget you.”
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The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s Office confirmed to PEOPLE on Sunday that an autopsy was completed, with the results pending a toxicology report. The LAPD Robbery-Homicide Division is handling Perry’s ongoing death investigation, and “foul play is not suspected at this time.”
source: people.com
