Tragic Death of FRIENDS Star Matthew Perry: The Ketamine Queen Sentenced
Matthew Perry Found Unresponsive
Matthew Perry, renowned for his role in FRIENDS, was found unresponsive at his home in Los Angeles on October 28, 2023. The 54-year-old actor tragically drowned in his hot tub after consuming a lethal dose of ketamine. His unexpected passing has left fans, friends, and family in shock. Recently, Jasveen Sangha, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” was sentenced to 15 years in federal prison for allegedly supplying the drugs that contributed to Perry's death. The justice department revealed that she had been distributing injectable ketamine since at least 2019 and has been in custody since August 2024.
Court Proceedings and Sentencing
Ketamine Queen Sentenced To 15 Years
During the court proceedings in Los Angeles, Judge Sherilyn Peace Garnett described Sangha's actions as a series of 'terrible decisions' that caused immense suffering. The judge concurred with the prosecution's recommendation for a lengthy sentence. Before the sentencing, Perry's stepmother, Debbie Perry, delivered a victim impact statement urging the court to impose the harshest penalty possible. She addressed Sangha directly, stating, "You are responsible for this; you, who possess the business acumen to profit, chose the path that harms others. Please ensure this callous individual receives the maximum prison term so she cannot inflict pain on other families like ours."
Details Surrounding Matthew Perry's Death
Further Details on Matthew Perry's Passing
Perry was discovered in the hot tub of his backyard, and his death was initially ruled as an apparent drowning. An autopsy later indicated a high level of ketamine in his system. Following this, his personal assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, claimed that drug dealers and two doctors were implicated in supplying ketamine to the actor. Dr. Mark Chavez from San Diego has pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine and is facing a maximum sentence of 10 years.
Perry, who was born in Canada, gained international fame as Chandler Bing on the iconic sitcom FRIENDS, which aired from 1994 to 2004. The show featured stars like Jennifer Aniston and Courteney Cox, and during its peak, each actor earned $1 million per episode. Perry also appeared in series such as Ally McBeal and The West Wing, and starred in films like Fools Rush In and 17 Again.