Matthew Perry's slurred speech and glazed look in a recent Friends Reunion promo video sparked concern among fans about his sobriety. However, it has since been revealed that the actor required emergency dental work prior to the interview, causing him pain and impacting his speech. Fans took to social media to express their sadness and worry for Perry, while others defended him and emphasized that slurred speech does not necessarily indicate substance use. The highly anticipated Friends Reunion special will air on May 27th via various platforms.