On October 28, 2023, the entertainment world was rocked by the tragic news that acclaimed actor Matthew Perry, 54, was found dead in a hot tub at his Pacific Palisades home in Los Angeles, California.

Perry’s assistant encountered a harrowing scene after returning from an errand to find the actor submerged in the water. Immediate attempts to perform CPR failed to revive him.

Despite the swift arrival of paramedics, all efforts to resuscitate the actor at his residence proved futile, and he was declared dead at the scene. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has completed an autopsy, but the public must wait for toxicology report results for an official cause of death.

In the wake of Perry’s death, the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has stated that foul play is not suspected. While no illegal substances were present in Perry’s home, prescription medications were found and will be examined as the investigation continues.

Best known for his iconic portrayal of Chandler Bing on the legendary TV show “Friends,” Perry had been candid about his personal battles with substance abuse, including opioids and alcohol. He had spoken about the extensive costs associated with his journey toward recovery.

Perry’s social media presence, particularly Instagram posts right before his death, showed him out with friends.

The conversation around Perry’s untimely death has also brought attention to the potential hazards associated with hot tubs. The risks are higher when using a hot tub alone, as conditions such as hot tub syncope, which causes fainting spells due to blood flow changes, can lead to dangerous situations.

Matthew Perry’s influence on pop culture has been substantial, and his memory will live on through the many characters he brought to life on screen.