https://www.cbr.com/matthew-perry-refused-friends-storyline/

Friends actor Lisa Cash shares the story of Matthew Perry shutting down a pitched Friends storyline to avoid angering the fans.

Matthew Perry Blocking A Controversial Friends Story Saved Chandler's Character (& The Show) (https://screenrant.com/friends-matthew-perry-chandler-cheat-story-cut-save/)

The late Matthew Perry took a stand against a controversial Friends storyline, ultimately saving Chandler's character and the show as a whole.