Matthew Perry, known for his role as Chandler Bing on the hit TV show Friends, shared a closer relationship with his mother, Suzanne, in the months leading up to his tragic passing. Perry's stepfather, Keith Morrison, recently spoke about the renewed bond between mother and son during an interview on Hoda Kotb's podcast Making Space.

According to Morrison, in the final months of his life, Perry and Suzanne were closer than they had been in decades, constantly texting each other. This reconnection brought joy to Perry, who expressed his happiness openly, something he hadn't done for a long time. Morrison found comfort in this renewed connection between them but also expressed his sorrow at the fact that Perry did not have the opportunity to experience his "third act."

Perry was found dead in a hot tub at his home in late October at the age of 54. The cause of death was ruled an accident, with an autopsy revealing the "acute effects" of the sedative ketamine, which Perry had taken through infusions to treat depression and anxiety. Contributing factors to his passing included drowning, coronary artery disease, and the effects of the opioid-addiction medicine buprenorphine.

Throughout his life, Perry had been candid about his struggles with addiction to prescription painkillers and alcohol. In his memoir, Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing, published in 2022, he reflected on the idea that his death would shock people but not surprise them.

Morrison acknowledged that while the news of Perry's death was unexpected and devastating, he also recognized that it was a possibility that loomed over them. He described Perry's personality as "larger than life" and recalled his goofiness, humor, and acerbic wit. Even without saying a word, Perry had a magnetic presence that drew attention.

The article concludes with a visual retrospective of Perry's life through a series of pictures. From his early days on the set of Friends to various red carpet appearances, the snapshots capture the different facets of his career and his vibrant personality.

The untimely loss of Matthew Perry has left his family, friends, and fans mourning his absence. However, the memories of his final months, marked by a strengthened bond with his mother and newfound happiness, provide some solace amidst the sorrow.