Matthew Perry, the star of Friends, died on October 28, 2023, at the age of 54. An autopsy report revealed that his manner of death was accidental, and he died from the acute effects of ketamine. Contributing factors included drowning. Perry was receiving ketamine infusion therapy to help with depression, anxiety, PTSD and addiction problems. However, his last therapy session reportedly took place just over a week before his death, and the autopsy stated that the ketamine in his system at death could not be from that infusion therapy since ketamine’s half-life is three to four hours or less.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner-Coroner closed its investigation into his death in December, but in May, the LAPD launched a criminal investigation to better understand the circumstances surrounding his death. Now it has been reported that the investigation is nearing its conclusion and the LAPD believe multiple people should be charged in connection with the actor’s death. As Perry had such a high level of the drug in his system, and in his possession, the LAPD were working with the DEA and the U.S. Postal Inspector, attempting to investigate how Perry may have sourced the ketamine which eventually led to his death.
It’s known that Perry suffered from severe addictions to drugs and alcohol for the majority of his life. At the time of his death, the actor was seeking therapy to help him cope with his personal struggles. Perry’s death came as a shock to his fans, who had watched him grow up on television screens. Despite being gone for some time, Perry’s legacy continues to live on through his work and the friends and colleagues who cherished him.
Courteney Cox, one of Perry’s Friends co-stars, recently shared that she still “talks” with her former co-star and on-screen husband. She stated that she feels there are a lot of people who guide us and senses that Matthew’s around for sure. While the world continues to mourn the loss of such an iconic figure, Perry’s memory serves as a powerful reminder of the importance of seeking help when we need it and the support we can find in the people around us
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