Assistant Sentenced for Role in Matthew Perry's Death

Kenneth Iwamasa, who served as Matthew Perry's live-in assistant, has been sentenced to three years and five months in federal prison for his involvement in the actor's death related to ketamine. Iwamasa pleaded guilty to conspiracy to distribute ketamine, which he repeatedly injected into Perry, leading to a fatal overdose.

Court documents revealed that Iwamasa, who held a position of trust, obtained ketamine from unauthorized sources and administered it to Perry, fully aware of the significant risks associated with the drug, especially given Perry's history of substance abuse and health struggles. Prosecutors characterized Iwamasa's actions as grossly negligent and a severe violation of professional responsibility.

During the trial, medical experts testified about the dangers of ketamine misuse in unsupervised settings. The court acknowledged the devastating impact of Perry's loss on his friends, family, and fans worldwide.

Iwamasa expressed remorse for his actions and took responsibility for the circumstances leading to Perry's death.