In an emotional interview on the Today show, Suzanne Morrison, mother of the late Friends star Matthew Perry, opened up about her final moments with her son and shared a touching memory that has stayed with her since his passing.
Trigger Warning: This article discusses topics related to addiction, relapse, and the passing of Matthew Perry.
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Suzanne recalled a recent conversation with Matthew that felt like a “premonition.” According to Morrison, Matthew expressed deep love and happiness during a visit to one of his new homes, telling her, “I love you so much, and I’m so happy to be with you now.”
She continued: ‘I thought, ‘How long has it been since we’ve had a conversation like that. It’s been years.’
“At the time, I didn’t think much of it, but looking back, it feels like he sensed something was coming,” Suzanne shared. “He also told me, ‘I’m not frightened anymore,’ which, in hindsight, worried me.”
Perry’s family—including his stepfather, Keith Morrison of Dateline fame—spoke with host Savannah Guthrie ahead of the one-year anniversary of Perry’s tragic passing on October 28, 2023.
The interview marks the family’s first time publicly addressing his death, which was caused by acute effects of ketamine and other contributing factors.
Perry was found unresponsive in his Los Angeles home hot tub, and authorities later found that he had relapsed in his sobriety journey after decades of fighting addiction.
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Matthew Perry, beloved for his role as Chandler Bing in Friends, also left a legacy beyond acting. He was deeply dedicated to helping others overcome addiction, and his family reflected on how his compassion and outreach work were the purpose of his life.
Suzanne Morrison also said his son “brought so much joy to the world, both as an actor and as a friend,” and that they appreciate the “tremendous outpouring of love” from fans worldwide.
The Today segment featuring Perry’s family will air on October 28, honoring his life, legacy, and the profound impact he had on those around him.
If you’re experiencing challenges with addiction, there are supportive resources to help you on your recovery journey, such as National Helplines: SAMHSA’s National Helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357), National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 988, Addiction Recovery Organizations such as Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) and Narcotics Anonymous (NA) and SAMHSA’s website for online resources.
