Friends icon Matthew Perry’s death certificate has been revealed – and it still leaves questions unanswered.
The actor died at the age of 54 last month. He was found in his hot tub at his Los Angeles home and questions were raised about how he actually died.
Reports suggested he had drowned, but the official cause of death had not been confirmed. Now, his death certificate has been published, but the cause of death has still not been reported.
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Matthew’s cause of death is being deferred pending toxicology reports. That means it could be weeks until fans learn what happened to the star.
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US publication The Blast published the death certificate. It lists Matthew’s stepfather Keith Morrison as the “informant” who gave the information for the death certificate.
Matthew was found unresponsive by his assistant at his home in Pacific Palisades last Saturday, October 28. It was believed that he had drowned in his hot tub.
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Local authorities confirmed there had been no foul play involved. They also confirmed no narcotics were found near him.
Matthew had been very open about his struggles with substance and alcohol abuse during his life. However he said before he died that he was sober, with sources close to him also confirming this.
But prescription medication like anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medications were found at the scene. Authorities also found prescription drug for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, which is used by people with chronic bronchitis or emphysema.
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It has not yet been confirmed whether any of the medication is linked to Matthew’s tragic death. The immediate autopsy following his death did not list a cause of death.
The 17 Again actor’s family mourned their loss in a statement the following day. They said: “We are heartbroken by the tragic loss of our beloved son and brother.
“Matthew brought so much joy to the world, both as an actor and a friend. You all meant so much to him and we appreciate the tremendous outpouring of love.”
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His Friends co-stars – Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow and Matt LeBlanc – also released a joint statement. It said: “We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew.
“We were more than just cast mates. We are a family. There is so much to say, but right now we’re going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss.”
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It finished: “In time, we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty’s family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world.”
Matthew’s funeral took place in LA’s Hollywood Hills six days after his death. As well as family and close friends, his Friends co-stars were also all in attendance.
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