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Matthew Perry's career in acting began at a young age and gradually led to his breakthrough role in "Friends".
First Credited Role
1979
Perry's first credited role was a small part in the TV series "240-Robert".
Guest Appearances
1983-1986
Perry made guest appearances on shows such as "Not Necessarily the News", "Charles in Charge", and "Silver Spoons".
Role in "Second Chance"
1987-1988
Perry played Chazz Russell in the TV series "Second Chance" (later called "Boys Will Be Boys").
Film Debut
1988
Perry made his film debut in "A Night in the Life of Jimmy Reardon".
Role on "Growing Pains"
1989
Perry had a three-episode arc on "Growing Pains", portraying Carol Seaver's boyfriend Sandy.
Role on "Sydney"
1990
Perry was cast as a regular on the CBS sitcom "Sydney", playing the younger brother of Valerie Bertinelli's character.
Guest Appearance on "Beverly Hills, 90210"
1991
Perry made a guest appearance on "Beverly Hills, 90210" as Roger Azarian.
Role in "Home Free"
1993
Perry starred in the ABC sitcom "Home Free".
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