Friends star Matthew Perry rushed to hospital for emergency surgery

Friends star Matthew Perry was rushed to an LA hospital after suffering a ruptured bowel. 

The actor, who played Chandler Bing in the hit series, had surgery to repair a gastrointestinal perforation, according to a statement released to People. 

Omg .. near had a cardiac arrest when I saw #matthewperry was tending !
Get well soon Matthew pic.twitter.com/y4Z2hX8ER8

— karen ( the other one ) (@Hotcatblack) August 8, 2018

A gastrointestinal perforation occurs when a hole forms in either the stomach, bowel, or small intestine. 

The 48-year-old, who has been open about his battle with alcohol and substance abuse, thanked fans for their support following surgery.

Matthew Perry Recovering From Surgery For Gastrointestinal Perforation https://t.co/Ghn0r4yH0U

— TMZ (@TMZ) August 8, 2018

"Matthew Perry recently underwent surgery in an Los Angeles hospital to repair a gastrointestinal perforation," a spokesperson confirmed in statement. 

"He is grateful for the concern and asks for continued privacy as he heals."