Matthew Perry, the beloved actor known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the hit TV series “Friends,” tragically passed away at the age of 54. The news of his death has left fans and colleagues devastated. As with any sudden death of a public figure, there has been much speculation and rumors surrounding the cause of his death.
The initial reports indicate that he died due to drowning in his jacuzzi at his Los Angeles home. However, there has been much speculation about whether his death was a suicide or a murder. The Los Angeles County Coroner’s office conducted an autopsy to determine the cause of his death. The official autopsy report has been released, and it sheds some light on the circumstances surrounding his death.
Matthew Perry’s Final Hours
Last Known Whereabouts
According to Page Six, Matthew Perry was last seen having dinner with a friend on the evening of October 28, 2023. The dinner took place at a restaurant in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles. Witnesses reported that Perry seemed relaxed and in good spirits during the meal.
After dinner, Perry’s friend reportedly dropped him off at his home in the Marina del Rey neighborhood of Los Angeles. It is unclear what happened after that point.
Witness Statements
The Los Angeles Police Department responded to a death investigation at Perry’s home on the afternoon of October 29, 2023, as reported by Page Six. The police have not released any details about the circumstances of Perry’s death.
Several of Perry’s friends and colleagues have spoken out about his passing. Jennifer Aniston, Perry’s co-star on the hit TV show “Friends,” released a statement saying, “Matthew was a wonderful friend and a brilliant actor. We will all miss him terribly.”
Perry had been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health issues in the past. In his 2022 memoir, “Matthew Perry: My Life in Pieces,” he wrote about his battles with alcohol and prescription drug abuse. However, it is unclear at this time whether these issues played a role in his death.
Autopsy Findings
Medical Examiner’s Report
According to the medical examiner’s report, Matthew Perry died due to drowning in his jacuzzi at his Los Angeles home. The report indicates that there were no signs of foul play or trauma on his body. The autopsy was conducted on October 29th, 2023, the day after his death. The report also states that there were no drugs or alcohol found in his system at the time of his death.
Toxicology Results
Toxicology results indicate that there were no drugs or alcohol found in Matthew Perry’s system at the time of his death. The results were negative for all substances tested, including prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, and illegal drugs. The toxicology report supports the medical examiner’s initial findings that there were no signs of foul play or trauma on Perry’s body.
The toxicology report also indicates that Perry had been sober for several years prior to his death. In his 2022 memoir, Perry reflected on his struggles with addiction and near-death experiences, but seemed committed to his sobriety and optimistic about the future. The toxicology results suggest that he remained sober until the time of his death.
Overall, the autopsy findings and toxicology results suggest that Matthew Perry’s death was a tragic accident and not related to suicide or murder.
