On Friday we heard the hearts of millions of Friends fans all over the world shatter as Matthew Perry confirmed he will not be present for the recently-announced and eagerly anticipated cast reunion this year.

But we finally have more details from a cast member who will be there.

David Schwimmer says the plans have been kept discreet - “I have no idea of what’s expected of us — I honestly don’t” - and that he's flying in on the day of filming.

"From what I’ve been told from Sean Hayes [Will & Grace actor], we’re all going to come up on stage and talk about Jim [director James Burrows] and give him a hug.”

If you think that sounds disappointing, wait until you read the next part. Schwimmer also told FX's Television Critics Association panel that he's not calling it a reunion: "I mean, in no way is it a Friends reunion when one member is out of the country. But look, it's a great event. We all love James Burrows and I'm sure Matthew Perry would be there if he could, but he's working in London. Maybe one day there will be [a reunion], but this will not be it."

However, it could be that there's more to the one-off, two hour episode than Schwimmer has been privy to. Hayes has reassured TV fans that it is worth getting excited for: "It's the reunion of all reunion shows. It's going to be unlike anything everyone's ever seen."

Who’s in and who’s out so far: Friends cast break their silence on upcoming reunion