Matthew Perry‘s death at the age of 54 left many of his loved ones shocked and saddened, including his parents, John Bennett Perry, Suzanne Langford, stepmother Debbie Boyle, and stepfather Keith Morrison. The actor died after an apparent drowning and was found in his Los Angeles, CA area home’s jacuzzi, according to TMZ. At the time of his death, the talented Friends star didn’t have any children and is survived by his closest loved ones, which are his mother, father, and stepfather.
Matthew’s father, John, has worked with him in the movie industry in the past. His stepfather, Keith, has also been in the spotlight as a popular journalist. John, Suzanne, and Keith were all photographed and filmed looking somber while arriving at Matthew’s home shortly after his death went public. Find out more about his parents below.
Matthew’s father, John, 82, was also a successful actor. His career started in the 1970s and one of his most popular roles was as Sheriff Floyd Gilmore on Falcon Crest from 1985 until 1986. He also appeared in several other television shows and films, including 240-Robert, Little House on the Prairie, Paper Dolls, Jag, Family Law, and Providence. John also teamed up with Matthew when he played his character’s dad in the 1997 movie, Fools Rush In, and appeared in an episode of Matthew’s popular sitcom, Friends in 1998.
In addition to acting, John worked as a singer and model, and appeared in many ads for Old Spice throughout the 1970s and 1980s. John married Matthew’s mother, Suzanne, in 1968 and their marriage lasted two years. Matthew was born one year after they said “I do,” in 1969. After divorcing Suzanne, John went on to marry Debbie, who became Matthew’s stepmother, in 1981. They welcomed Matthew’s half sister, Mia Perry, in 1986.
Suzanne Langford
Matthew’s mother, Suzanne, has had a career in both modeling and journalism. She also once served as Pierre Trudeau‘s press secretary. After marrying and divorcing John, Suzanne went on to marry Keith in 1981. They welcomed four children together, including Caitlin Morrison in 1981, Emily Morrison in 1985, Willy Morrison in 1986, and Madeleine Morrison in 1989.
Debbie Boyle
