Gary Levin

USA TODAY

So much for the Friends reunion.

Matthew Perry's rep says the classic sitcom's co-star won't be part of a cast reunion to honor director James Burrows on a Feb. 21 NBC special, along with casts of other shows including Will & Grace.

"Matthew will not be attending as he is in London in rehearsals for his play, The End of Longing," says Lisa Kasteler, his spokeswoman. "NBC executives were aware of this prior to their (Television Critics Association) announcement" Wednesday. "Matthew may tape something for the tribute. In other words, this is not the reunion people have been hoping for."

'Friends' to reunite on NBC special

In fairness to NBC, Entertainment chairman Robert Greenblatt, in making the announcement, said, "We'd like to get all six of them in room at the same time, but I'm not sure we can logistically pull it off."