Overview
- Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy premieres February 25, 2025, on Peacock, examining the actor's death and subsequent investigation.
- The documentary includes interviews with insiders, legal experts, and Perry’s former colleagues, such as Morgan Fairchild, who describe his lasting impact and struggles with addiction.
- Authorities linked Perry’s October 2023 death at age 54 to a ketamine overdose, leading to charges against five individuals, including two doctors and a personal assistant.
- Three of the defendants have pleaded guilty, while two others, including a figure known as the 'Ketamine Queen,' await trial for conspiracy to distribute ketamine.
- The film highlights Hollywood’s enabling culture and the broader implications of holding drug suppliers accountable for overdose-related deaths.