Matthew Perry’s mother, Suzanne Morrison, has shared a heartfelt tribute to her late son on what would have been his 57th birthday.
Taking to Instagram, Morrison shared the emotional message for Matthew Perry House, a foundation established by Perry’s family to support people struggling with substance abuse and addiction.
The caption reads, “Today is Matthew’s birthday, and we wanted to share a note from his mother. August 19th. It’s his birthday. Matthew was born 57 years ago today, a day that I feel as keenly as if all happened this very morning. Along with all the days he struggled, and the days he hid his addiction from the world, and even from me.”
While describing Perry as “sweet, loving, funny, cantankerous” and “pig-headed,” Morrison stated he deeply wanted to overcome his addiction.
“I miss him terribly. All the time. Everyday,” she wrote.“I just want to help people like me, stuck in the disease of addiction.” He can’t anymore. But we can. And with your help, we will. Thank you!” the statement added.
Moreover, Morison recalled Perry’s desire to assist others facing addiction. She stated she could still hear him stating in the final days of his life, ““I just want to help people like me, stuck in the disease of addiction.”
Although Perry is no longer able to help others himself, his mother urged supporters to continue his mission.
Moreover, the post also featured a series of images, feeding Perry as a baby, alongside an appeal for donations to the foundation.
Perry passed away in October 2023 at age 54 from an accidental ketamine overdose. He was best known for playing Chandler Bing on Friends.
