Just one week after Matthew Perry’s unexpected passing, his family created The Matthew Perry Foundation. According to the foundation’s official webpage, it is “the realization of Matthew’s enduring commitment to helping others struggling with the disease of addiction.” The foundation’s goal will be to “honor his legacy and be guided by his own words and experiences and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible.”
Now, the foundation is launching its first campaign on the one-month anniversary of Perry’s passing, which also happens to be Giving Tuesday. Perry’s family is encouraging people to use the holiday as a reason to donate to the foundation so that they can continue to honor the actor’s legacy.
In a statement shared with People, the late actor’s family said, “It is important to us, as a family, to honor Matthew’s legacy. The potential that the Matthew Perry Foundation has to help those suffering from this disease is something we are proud to bring to the world.”
This is not the sort of thing I commonly do, this pitch. But this year is different. And tomorrow is Giving Tuesday. Do what you can; he would have been grateful. https://t.co/OmaqSgt1rq
— Keith Morrison (@dateline_keith) November 27, 2023
Perry’s stepfather, Dateline’s Keith Morrison took to X (formerly Twitter) to share his own plea with his followers. “This is not the sort of thing I commonly do, this pitch. But this year is different. And tomorrow is Giving Tuesday. Do what you can; he would have been grateful. https://matthewperryfoundation.org“
As Mamas Uncut previously reported, Perry was not shy in sharing how he hoped to be remembered. In an excerpt from his memoir, Perry wrote, “When I die, as far as my so-called accomplishments go, it would be nice if Friends were listed far behind the things I did to try to help other people.”
Matthew Perry’s Death Certificate Released
November 9, 2023 / Celebrities / By Sara Vallone
Matthew Perry’s death certificate has been finalized.
Nearly two weeks after his untimely passing on October 28th and just one week after he was laid in his final resting place, the LA County Department of Public Health has released the certificate.
According to E! News, the death certificate states that Perry passed away on October 28 at 4:17 p.m. His final resting place is listed as Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Perry’s cause of death on the certificate still reads “deferred.”
As Mamas Uncut previously reported, after performing an initial autopsy, the LA County Medical Examiner’s Office revealed they were deferring his cause of death pending toxicology results and a further investigation. They also have not shared his manner of death.
Perry was discovered unconscious in his hot tub. He was just 54 years old.
A statement released by public information officer Erik Scott revealed more information about the moment they received the 911 call for Matthew Perry.
According to Scott, first responders discovered “an adult male unconscious in a stand-alone hot tub.” He confirmed to Fox News that Perry had passed away before paramedics arrived on scene.
“A bystander had brought the man’s head above the water and gotten him to the edge, then firefighters removed him from the water,” Scott continued in his statement. “A rapid medical assessment, sadly, revealed the man was deceased prior to first responder arrival.”
“The circumstances are under investigation by LAPD and the LA County Medical Examiner,” he further revealed. “We mourn with families and friends who lose a loved one unexpectedly.”
While his father, mother, and stepfather were seen at the scene of the tragedy, they have also since shared a personal statement to TMZ. “We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of our beloved son and brother,” the statement began.
“Matthew brought so much joy to the world, both as an actor and a friend. You all meant so much to him and we appreciate the tremendous outpouring of love.”
Perry’s castmates from Friends, Jennifer Aniston, Matt LeBlanc, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, and David Schwimmer also released a statement that read:
“We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family. There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss.
In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world.”
Our hearts are with all of Perry’s fans, friends, and family. Absolutely devastating.