Originally appeared on E! Online
Authorities have submitted documentation to finalize the death of Matthew Perry.
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health released the “Friends” actor’s official death certificate after he was found dead in his hot tub on October 28.
The certificate obtained by E! News claims he was buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles, near the Warner Bros. Studios lot where the NBC comedy filmed during its run from 1994 to 2004. The 54-year-old was buried in a private funeral on November, with friends and co-stars gathering to honor the five-time Emmy nominee.
It notes that the cause of his death is still “deferred,” after authorities told NBC News last month that the initial results of his autopsy were inconclusive pending a toxicology report.
Documentation also indicates that Perry’s date of death was October 28 at 4:17 pm at his residence in Pacific Palisades outside of Los Angeles.
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A fire department spokesperson previously told E! News officials found an “adult male unconscious in a freestanding hot tub” after responding to an emergency call at the time.
“A passerby pulled the man’s head out of the water and carried him to the edge, then firefighters pulled him out of the water upon arrival,” LAFD Capt. Erik Scott said Oct. 30. “Unfortunately, a quick medical assessment revealed the man passed away before first responders arrived.”
On the death certificate, authorities said there were no other significant conditions that contributed to his death.
The document confirms that Perry never married, although he was engaged to manager and producer Molly Hurwitz from 2020 to 2021.
“No one in my adult life has had a more profound impact on me than Matthew Langford Perry,” she wrote on Instagram after his death. “I feel enormous gratitude for that, for everything I learned from our relationship.”
Hurwitz further noted, “Although I loved him more deeply than I could understand, he was complicated and caused pain like I had never felt before.”
For more tributes remembering Perry’s life and legacy, read on.
Molly Hurwitz
“He would love for the world to talk about how talented he was. And he really was very talented. As the Friends reunion approached, we watched the show together again. ‘Damn, I was so good!!!… See What did I do there???’ We rewind and study scenes. Our respect and appreciation for humor is something that connected us. Being with him as he rediscovered his brilliance was magical. But obviously, I also knew the man in a very different way. While I loved him more deeply “I could understand it, it was complicated, and it caused me pain like I had never felt before. No one in my adult life has had a deeper impact on me than Matthew Langford Perry. I have tremendous gratitude for that, for everything I learned from our relationship. I would be remiss if I did not mention Al Anon, an invaluable resource for those who love someone fighting this destructive disease. Matty, I am relieved that you are at peace. Sincerely, Moll-o-Rama (…fication).”
Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer
“We are all absolutely devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just co-stars. We are family. There is a lot to say, but now we are going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss. We will say more in time, when “For now, our thoughts and love are with Matty’s family, his friends and everyone who loved him around the world.”
Bradley Whitford
“Matthew Perry made me laugh. A lot. You haven’t lived until you’ve witnessed one of his confidential between-take riffs on the absurdity of show business and the idiocy of male confidence, neatly wrapped with the sudden realization that we Both They were grown men who made a living wearing makeup. Without substances, Matt had a huge, open heart and a pyrotechnic, joyful brain. I think the most beautiful parts of Matt made him the most vulnerable to the monster he would have to fight. for the rest of his life. His battle was heroic. They don’t have award ceremonies for that. They should. Matt was full of contradictions. He was hilariously self-deprecating, insecure and tremendously confident in himself. He was a source of light with enormous ability. for the darkness. He was deeply blessed and terribly cursed. I want his parents to know that Matt was kind. Not just to his co-star. To everyone. To honor Matt, I hope we can continue the work that mattered most to him. : Open our hearts to so many who share their vulnerabilities, encourage them to get the help they need, and give them the love and support they deserve. “I am very grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Matt, to spend precious time with him and, above all, to be his friend.”
Ben Winston
“I feel incredibly lucky to have been able to do that reunion show with six truly extraordinary people, witnessing their beautiful, unbreakable bond with each other. Spending time with Matthew was simply a dream come true. Kind, loving… and a comedic genius “
Gwyneth Paltrow
“I met Matthew Perry in 1993 at the Williamstown Theater Festival in Massachusetts,” Gwyneth Paltrow wrote in a tribute on Instagram. “We were both there for most of the summer doing plays. He was so funny, so sweet, and so much fun to be with. We drove to swim in streams, drank beers at the local college bar, made out in a field of long grass. It was a magical summer. He had filmed the Friends pilot but it hadn’t aired yet. He was nervous, hoping his big break was around the corner. It was. We remained friends for a while until we drifted apart “But I was always happy to see him when he did it. I am very sad today, like many of us. I hope Matthew is finally at peace. “I really am.”
Adela
During Adele’s Oct. 28 concert in Las Vegas, which took place just hours after Matthew’s death was confirmed, she paused her show to honor him and recalled the impact he had on her childhood. “One of my friends, Andrew, when he was 12 did the best Chandler impression,” she told the crowd. “And he did it all the time to make us laugh. And if someone was having a bad day or feeling down, he would just pretend to be Chandler. And I’ll remember that character for the rest of my life.”
Maggie Wheeler
Maggie Wheeler, who played one of Perry’s most memorable love interests on Friends, wrote on Instagram: “What a loss. The world will miss you, Matthew Perry. The joy you brought to so many in your short life will live on. I feel like I’m very blessed for every creative moment we shared.”
Salma Hayek
After his death, Perry’s Fools Rush In co-star Salma Hayek noted that it took her “a couple of days to process this deep sadness.”
“There is a special bond that occurs when you share dreams with someone and together you work to achieve them,” she wrote in an Oct. 30 Instagram post. “I was really touched last year when Matthew shared on his Instagram stories how much he loved ‘Fools Rush In’ and how he thought that movie we made together was probably his best movie.”
“Over the years, he and I look back on that significant moment in our lives with a deep sense of nostalgia and gratitude,” he continued. “My friend, you are gone too soon, but I will continue to appreciate your silliness, your perseverance, and your beautiful heart. Goodbye, sweet Matthew, we will never forget you.”
Ione Skye
Alongside her final text messages with Perry days before his death, her former co-star Ione Skye wrote on Instagram: “My last exchange a week ago. I’m so, so sad. I love this guy.”
Kathleen Turner
Kathleen Turner, who played Chandler Bing’s father on Friends, told People: “He had a good sense of humor and a good heart. He liked other people, which, to me, is terribly important, especially for an actor.”
Shannen Doherty
The “Beverly Hills,” “90210” star recalled her time with the Emmy nominee.
“Matt always had THAT sense of humor,” she wrote on Instagram. “Matt and I had a date and it was Valentine’s Day. He wanted to get a reservation at a restaurant in Malibu but couldn’t, so my dad got the reservation for him. We went and he talked about my dad’s Irish persuasion. most of the night. Our friendship lasted a long time. Truly a lifetime. I know many are hurting, especially our little gang. He will be missed by many and definitely by us. Yes. I could be more poetic or say things better, but it’s true . now shock and sadness prevail.”
Morgan Fairchild
Morgan Fairchild, who played Chandler Bing’s mother on Friends, paid tribute to her on-screen son, captioning a social media post: “I am heartbroken by the untimely death of my ‘son.’ The loss of a young actor “so brilliant it’s a shock. Sending love and condolences to his friends and family, especially his father, John Bennett Perry, who I worked with on Flamingo Road and Falcon Crest.”
Rumer Willis
The “The Whole Nine Yards” actress, who worked alongside her father Bruce Willis and Perry during the 2000 film, shared a touching tribute following Perry’s passing.
“I’m so sad to hear that Matthew Perry has passed away,” she captioned an Instagram post. “When I was a kid and I was on set while he and my dad were doing nine and ten yards, he was so kind and funny and sweet to my sisters and me and I think his physical comedy and that movie still make me laugh a lot, I know “who had many challenges in his life and brought a lot of joy to people with his comedy. I hope he can rest in peace.”
Paget Brewster
Paget Brewster, who played the role of Kathy in the fourth season of Friends, recalled the time she spent with the actor on the set.
“I’m so sad to hear about @MatthewPerry,” she said. wrote in X. “He was charming to me on Friends and every time I saw him in the decades since. Please read his book. It was his legacy to help. However, he will not rest in peace… He is already too busy making everyone laugh. “
Yvette Nicole Brown
The Perry’s Odd Couple co-star reflected on her legacy and shared a statement on social media.
“Our #OddCouple family suffered a great loss today,” he wrote on X. next to a photo introducing the cast. “The entire entertainment world has done it. I’m too saddened by the news to say more than this: @mattyperry4 was a love that deserved more peace in this life. 54 is too young to leave. We love you, Matty! # RIP Matthew Perry.”
The Violet star praised the actor for opening up about his sobriety journey after his passing.
“He struggled a lot with addiction and was brave enough to be open and honest about it,” Olivia Munn wrote on Instagram Story on October 28. “I am so sorry to his family and friends who receive this news today. Nothing short.” heartbreaking.”
The world is mourning the loss of Matthew Perry, who was found dead on October 28 at the age of 54. In the days since, more details have emerged about the “Friends” star’s tragic passing, as well as the day before his death. his death. Police do not suspect foul play and it could take three to four months for toxicology reports to determine the official cause of death.
