Matthew Perrys death being investigated by robbery and homicide cops
The sudden passing of Matthew Perry is being looked into by robbery and homicide police, even though there were no signs of anything suspicious.
On Saturday afternoon (October 28), the beloved Friends actor was found unresponsive at his home in Los Angeles, aged just 54. It's believed he may have had a heart attack.
Matthew had returned home after playing a game of Pickleball when he sent his assistant on an errand, who then returned two hours later and found the actor unresponsive in his hot tub.
An initial post-mortem examination was put on hold while toxicology tests are carried out. The police said they didn't find any illegal drugs at his home, but there were prescription medications present.
The 17 Again actor's death is now being investigated by the LAPD's Robbery Homicide Division, despite there being no signs of foul play at the scene.
US outlet TMZ reports this is normal procedure for the LA police when cases involve well-known figures.
Since his death, his celebrity pals and devoted fans have posted touching tributes, including his famous Friends co-stars.
Jennifer Aniston, Lisa Kudrow, David Schwimmer, Courteney Cox and Matt LeBlanc told People magazine in a joint statement how heartbroken they were.
The said: "We are all so utterly devastated by the loss of Matthew. We were more than just cast mates. We are a family. There is so much to say, but right now we're going to take a moment to grieve and process this unfathomable loss.
"In time we will say more, as and when we are able. For now, our thoughts and our love are with Matty's family, his friends, and everyone who loved him around the world."
Marta Kauffman, David Crane and Kevin Bright, the creators of the popular sitcom, have also paid tribute to the late star.
They told Deadline: "We will always cherish the joy, the light, the blinding intelligence he brought to every moment not just to his work, but in life as well."
They described Matthew as a "beloved friend" with a "selfless heart" and said they felt blessed to have known him and praised his brilliant talent.
Speaking about casting him as Chandler, they said there was "no one else for [them]" after first hearing Matthew "embody the role".
Marta, David and Kevin ended their joint statement with a nod to the way Friends' episodes were titled. They said: "We send all of our love to his family and friends. This truly is The One Where Our Hearts Are Broken."
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