, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on "Friends," was reportedly so enamored with ketamine that he considered starting a business to promote its therapeutic benefits. The actor, who tragically died from a ketamine overdose in October, had discussed launching a company in Hollywood with a friend and a mysterious associate. A close friend of revealed that the actor had plans to collaborate with an unknown individual to set up a ketamine therapy business.
"He was telling me this ketamine is fantastic," the friend shared. Perry had been receiving large quantities of the drug, which can be dangerous for someone with a history of addiction. "Obviously this guy was giving him as much as he wanted, and with an addict, you can't do that.
It was terrible," the friend explained. Investigation and arrests following Perry's death Following Perry's death, a thorough investigation led to multiple arrests. Among those detained were Perry's assistant , a woman reportedly known as the "Ketamine Queen" in certain circles.
Additionally, , along with , an acquaintance of Perry, were also arrested. Authorities believe these individuals were involved in supplying Perry with the illegally obtained ketamine that led to his overdose. The investigation into Perry's death involved the LAPD, DEA, and US Postal Service, which executed search warrants that resulted in the seizure of computers, phones, and other electronic devices.
These actions aim to identify those responsible for providing Perry with the ketamine that caused him to lose consciousness and drown in his hot tub. Charges are expected to follow ABC News reported that charges against those allegedly involved in supplying ketamine to Perry are expected to be announced in a press briefing by the US attorney for Los Angeles and the head of the Drug Enforcement Administration. The case is anticipated to shed light on the darker side of Hollywood's drug culture, particularly involving interactions between doctors and celebrities.
Perry's memoir details his complex relationship with ketamine, describing the experience as "a giant exhale" that allowed him to disassociate and confront his ego. However, he also confessed that the therapy often made him feel like he was dying during sessions. Despite his reservations, the star continued to undergo ketamine therapy, ultimately leading to his tragic overdose.
There were concerns about Perry's condition Perry's friend expressed concerns about the role of medical professionals in the actor's death, likening the situation to the tragic death of . The friend emphasized the dangers of providing addictive substances to those struggling with addiction. "Matthew's death could have been avoided.
You cannot give an addict meds, they can't control their urges.".
