The death of Friends star Matthew Perry continues to raise questions, especially following new developments involving physician Salvador Plasencia . After being sentenced for illegally distributing ketamine, Plasencia’s actions in the period leading up to Perry’s death have come under closer review.

Below, learn more about what happened to Perry and the role the doctor played in the case.

How Did Matthew Perry Die?

Perry was found dead on October 28, 2023, floating face-down in a hot tub at his Los Angeles home. An autopsy concluded that the cause of death was the “acute effects of ketamine.”

While drowning, coronary artery disease, and the presence of buprenorphine (a medication used to treat opioid dependence) were listed as contributing factors, the primary lethal

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