LOS ANGELES, CA – The late actor Matthew Perry, known for his role in the hit TV show “Friends,” had been open about his battle with addiction and journey to sobriety. In his memoir “Friends, Lovers and the Big Terrible Thing,” Perry revealed that he had been clean for 18 months. However, his shocking death in October 2023 has raised questions about the truth behind his claims of sobriety.
While one acquaintance, Athenna Crosby, stated that Perry seemed “sober and clean” when they had lunch together a day before his death, sources close to Perry tell a different story. In an interview with US Weekly, these sources claim that Perry had been lying about his sobriety during the promotion of his memoir and leading up to his death. They also allege that Perry was abusing prescription drugs.
According to the sources, Perry’s behavior was not only deceptive but also abusive. They describe instances of him physically and emotionally abusing his friend and sober companion, Morgan Moses. Perry’s alleged violent outbursts and manipulative tendencies created a strained relationship between the two, leading to a breaking point for Moses. The sources paint a picture of Perry isolating himself and becoming increasingly unhinged as he struggled with addiction and personal demons.
Despite his fame and wealth, Perry reportedly lived a lonely life in his last years. He yearned for a family and a stable relationship but never found that person to settle down with. The sources suggest that Perry’s addiction and insecurities played a significant role in his inability to cultivate meaningful connections.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner later confirmed that Perry’s cause of death was “acute effects” of the drug ketamine. High levels of ketamine were found in his system, which the coroner stated could not be attributed to ketamine therapy. The drug’s cardiovascular overstimulation and respiratory depression were the main contributing factors to Perry’s demise.
Perry’s death shines a light on the complexities of addiction and the challenges faced by individuals battling substance abuse. It serves as a reminder that fame and fortune are not guarantees of happiness or fulfillment. The tragic loss of Matthew Perry underscores the need for more understanding and support for those struggling with addiction and mental health issues.
Perry’s former team has yet to respond to these allegations, and his death leaves behind unanswered questions about the true extent of his struggles and the demons he battled behind closed doors.