Matthew Perry: Matthew Perry’s mother, Suzanne Morrison, remembers him on his 57th birthday: ‘I miss him terribly, all the time, every day’ |

Matthew Perry’s Mother Pens Heartfelt Tribute on His 57th Birthday, Vows to Continue His Legacy

Los Angeles, CA – On what would have been the 57th birthday of beloved "Friends" star Matthew Perry, his mother, Suzanne Morrison, shared a poignant message reflecting on her son’s life, his struggles, and his enduring wish to help others. The heartfelt tribute, released through the Matthew Perry Foundation, underscores the deep void left by his passing and the family’s dedication to honoring his memory.

Morrison’s words painted a vivid picture of her son, acknowledging both his vibrant personality and his private battles. "August 19th. It’s his birthday. Matthew was born 57 years ago today, a day that I feel as keenly as if [it] all happened this very morning," she wrote. "Along with all the days he struggled and the days he hid his addiction from the world, and even from me."

She continued, expressing the profound grief that has enveloped her since his death. "Sweet, loving, funny, cantankerous, pig-headed Matthew, who wanted—so much—to be well. I miss him terribly. All the time. Every day."

A central theme of Morrison’s message was Perry’s unwavering desire to assist those grappling with addiction, a struggle he understood intimately. "And I hear him saying over and over in those last days of his life, ‘I just want to help people like me, stuck in the disease of addiction,’" she revealed. This sentiment has become the driving force behind the Matthew Perry Foundation, a non-profit organization established by his family to provide support to individuals in their first year of recovery from substance abuse.

In a powerful concluding statement, Morrison pledged to carry on her son’s mission: "He can’t anymore. But we can. And with your help, we will." This promise highlights the foundation’s commitment to transforming Perry’s personal challenges into a beacon of hope for countless others.

Matthew Perry, celebrated for his iconic role as Chandler Bing in "Friends" and memorable performances in films such as "17 Again," "The Whole Nine Yards," and "Fools Rush In," tragically passed away on October 28, 2023. His death was attributed to an accidental ketamine overdose, discovered in his hot tub at his Los Angeles home in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood.

The aftermath of his passing saw a comprehensive investigation, leading to the arrest of five individuals connected to the provision of the illicit substance. Following extensive trials and investigations, his live-in assistant, two doctors, an intermediary, and drug dealer Jasveen Sangha, infamously known as the ‘Ketamine Queen,’ all pleaded guilty and received varying sentences. The case concluded earlier this year, with Sangha receiving the most severe penalty: a 15-year federal prison sentence for supplying ketamine to the actor.

As the world remembers Matthew Perry on his birthday, his mother’s heartfelt words serve as a poignant reminder of the man behind the beloved characters, his struggles, and the enduring legacy his family is determined to build in his honor.