One year after the tragic passing of beloved “Friends” star Matthew Perry, his family has opened up about their grief and the ways they are keeping his legacy alive.
In an exclusive interview with TODAY, Perry’s mother Suzanne Morrison, stepfather Keith Morrison, and sisters Caitlin, Emily, and Madeline Morrison shared their emotional journey and the establishment of the Matthew Perry Foundation of Canada.
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Heartbreaking Confessions From Matthew Perry’s Family
Reflecting on Perry’s final days, his family spoke candidly about the struggles he faced with addiction and the impact it had on their lives.
Suzanne Morrison, Matthew’s mother expressed her deep sorrow, admitting, “There was one problem that I couldn’t conquer. I couldn’t help him.”
This feeling was also something Caitlin Morrison experienced, Matthew Perry’s sister highlighted her brother’s dedication to helping others with similar struggles, stating:
“He made it a big focus of his life to help other people, to encourage other people to say, ‘I need help.’”
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Actor’s Legacy on Addiction Battle
The Matthew Perry Foundation of Canada was created to honor Perry’s commitment to aiding those battling addiction. The foundation aims to provide comprehensive support, including housing, counseling, and job training, for individuals living with substance use disorders.
Caitlin Morrison, who serves as the executive director, shared that working with the foundation feels like “sitting right next to Matthew, working with him every day on something that was important to him”
Keith Morrison, Perry’s stepfather, also reflected on the actor’s legacy, emphasizing that Perry wanted to be remembered for his efforts to help others rather than his fame from “Friends”. He also made clear that the family is ready for the upcoming trial on 2025.
“What I’m hoping, and I think the agencies that got involved in this are hoping, that people who have put themselves in the business of supplying people with the drugs that will kill them are now on notice,” Keith Morrison added. “It doesn’t matter what your professional credentials are, you are going down, baby.”
Despite the family’s ongoing grief, they are determined to continue Perry’s mission and make a positive impact in his memory.
