Matt LeBlanc, beloved for his portrayal of Joey Tribbiani on the hit sitcom Friends, shares a comical fan encounter where a teenager recognized him as 'Joey's Dad.'
LeBlanc's playful response to the situation adds a touch of humour to the memory.
Matt LeBlanc, forever ingrained in the hearts of fans as Joey Tribbiani from the beloved sitcom Friends, recently reminisced about a delightful and somewhat bizarre fan encounter.
This anecdote sheds light on the enduring popularity of the show, even years after it ended.
In a talk show appearance, Matt LeBlanc recounted the incident with humour and charm. He described the encounter, saying, "I was walking down the street one day, this was a few years ago. This kid, he must have been 13, 14, he's like, 'Oh my God. Are you? You're Joey's dad!'"
The hosts and the audience burst into laughter at the humorous recognition.
LeBlanc's response to the teenager's recognition was quintessentially Joey-esque. He humorously shared, "And, and, my response was scram."
This playful reaction harks back to Joey Tribbiani's antics on the show, adding a touch of authenticity to the encounter. It's a testament to Matt LeBlanc's enduring connection with his iconic character.
Fans of Friends and Matt LeBlanc found this encounter endearing and filled with nostalgia. One viewer suggested, "He should have just said 'how you doin'."
Others praised LeBlanc for embracing the moment with Joey's signature humour, calling it a "joetic dialogue delivery" and appreciating his unchanged sense of humour.