As Hollywood mourns the sudden loss of Matthew Perry, more light is shed on the beloved actor's final hours. An intimate friend, Athenna Crosby, a 25-year-old model and entertainment reporter, has come forward to recount her last moments with the "Friends" star, emphasizing his upbeat demeanor and the enthusiasm he had for upcoming ventures in his life.
The unexpected passing of Perry, best known for his portrayal of Chandler Bing in the iconic sitcom "Friends", has left fans and colleagues alike grappling for understanding. Athenna Crosby, photographed alongside Perry during a lunch at the Hotel Bel-Air, broke her silence to offer insight into Perry's state of mind, describing him as being "happy and vibrant".
"He was in extremely good spirits and talked enthusiastically about the things he had coming up in his life," Crosby shared in a heartfelt message. Further depicting the afternoon, she mentioned Perry's excitement about future prospects, including his intention to play pickleball the next day, and his focus on adopting a healthier lifestyle.
Distancing herself from speculation and centering her message on Perry's legacy, Crosby revealed, "I felt it was in poor taste to talk about it publicly as the attention should be on him and his legacy. He was an extremely private person, and our friendship was built on that understanding."
While initial reports dispel rumors of fentanyl or meth overdose as the cause of death, comprehensive toxicology reports are pending. Perry's struggles with substance abuse are well-documented, most recently in his 2022 memoir titled "Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing: A Memoir" where he declared 18 months of sobriety.
Perry's impact on Hollywood and his fans remains evident as heartfelt tributes continue to pour in. His "Friends" co-stars, Jennifer Aniston, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox, Matt LeBlanc, and Lisa Kudrow expressed their grief in a collective statement, "Matthew brought so much joy to the world, both as an actor and a friend. We appreciate the tremendous outpouring of love."
Authorities maintain that the complete details surrounding Perry's death may remain uncertain for some time, but foul play is currently not suspected. As the entertainment world mourns the loss of a cherished figure, many hope to remember Perry for the laughter he brought to millions and the warmth he shared with those closest to him.
