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Matthew Perry's Dad Had a Surpise Cameo Appearance

The showmakers sure know how to pick great guest stars. Every famous actor who has made a cameo appearance on the show has been a hit with fans. But in one episode in season 4, they chose someone closer to home when it came to finding the right guest star. In the episode titled 'The One with Rachel's New Dress,' Matthew Perry's real-life father, actor John Bennett Perry, was cast to play the role of Mr. Burgin, Joshua's father and Rachel Green's boyfriend. Now that we know John Bennett Perry is Matthew Perry's father, the family resemblance is undeniable. We'd love to have seen more from him on the show.