Matthew Perry Foundation Launches After Death To Help Battle Addiction

Matthew Perry made it some extent to assist individuals affected by drug and alcohol dependancy whereas he was alive … and now he will keep it up that mission within the afterlife.

These closest to the “Friends” actor are launching a basis in his identify, aptly titled “The Matthew Perry Foundation.” TMZ broke the story … Perry had truly planned to create this org months earlier than he immediately handed, and now — it is being manifested into actuality.

The entire objective of the just-announced basis is to assist addicts overcome substance abuse — and it will keep it up the spirit of Perry’s humbling method to dependancy and restoration.

He as soon as stated, “When I die, I don’t want ‘Friends’ to be the first thing that’s mentioned — I want helping others to be the first thing that’s mentioned. And I’m going to live the rest of my life proving that. Addiction is far too powerful for anyone to defeat alone. But together, one day at a time, we can beat it down.”

His workforce continues … “We embark on a journey to honor his legacy by establishing the Matthew Perry Foundation, guided by his own words and experiences, and driven by his passion for making a difference in as many lives as possible.”

The website — which is fairly naked bones in the mean time — cites this because the mission assertion … and for now, it solely provides individuals the choice to donate. BTW, this effort is legit … because it’s coming straight from this workforce, so people needn’t fear about its authenticity.

As we first reported … Perry was discovered lifeless in his jacuzzi final Saturday when his assistant returned to his L.A. space house after working errands. The assistant promptly referred to as 911, in addition to Perry’s mom and considered one of his siblings.

Investigators imagine Perry drowned, however an official explanation for loss of life is pending. Cops didn’t get well any unlawful substances from the scene, however they did seize prescription medicines, together with anti-depressants and anti-anxiety medicine. Perry was solely 54 years outdated.