Matthew Perry’s Final Days: Documentary Reveals Shocking Ketamine Abuse

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Posted by NewAdmin on 2025-02-27 08:52:11 |

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A new documentary, Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy, has revealed that the Friends actor received 27 doses of ketamine in the three days leading up to his death in October 2023. Perry, who was found unresponsive in his hot tub, died from the acute effects of ketamine, as confirmed by his autopsy report. His death was ruled an accidental overdose with drowning as a contributing factor.  

The documentary features insights from US Attorney Martin Estrada, who supervised the case before stepping down in January. According to the investigation, Perry's live-in assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa, administered multiple doses of ketamine under the guidance of Dr. Salvador Plasencia. Iwamasa, who has since pleaded guilty, injected Perry with several doses per day between October 24 and 28. On the morning of his death, Perry reportedly requested a "big one" before his final dose, which he received before entering his hot tub.  

Authorities have charged five individuals in connection with Perry’s death, including two doctors, his assistant, and an alleged drug dealer known as "the Ketamine Queen," Jasveen Sangha. An indictment unsealed last August accuses Iwamasa, along with Erik Fleming, of working with doctors Plasencia and Mark Chavez to obtain large amounts of ketamine. Prosecutors claim that Plasencia facilitated Perry’s access to ketamine despite clear warning signs, even administering the drug in unconventional locations, such as a parking lot.  

Estrada emphasized a shift in legal perspectives on overdose cases, stating that law enforcement now holds drug providers accountable rather than blaming the victim. While Iwamasa and Fleming have pleaded guilty, Plasencia and Sangha have pleaded not guilty and are set to stand trial in March 2025. Ketamine, a powerful anesthetic, is approved for medical use but has also gained popularity as a recreational drug. While it has shown promise in treating depression, misuse can lead to severe side effects, including respiratory issues and bladder damage. Experts caution that ketamine should only be administered under strict medical supervision.

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