6 More Hollywood Stars Die Just 3 Weeks After 'Friends' Actor Matthew Perry's Death

The untimely death of Matthew Perry sent shockwaves through Hollywood late last month. Since the passing of the beloved "Friends" actor, several more figures in the entertainment industry have died.

Perry's death certificate, released last week and obtained by Entertainment Tonight, revealed he passed away on Oct. 28 at 4:17 p.m. at the age of 54.

Perry's stepfather, Keith Morrison, identified him to authorities, according to the document.

His cause of death is pending investigation, awaiting toxicology and lab results.

Perry was buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles on Nov. 3. His co-stars from "Friends" -- Jennifer Aniston, Courteney Cox, Lisa Kudrow, Matt LeBlanc and David Schwimmer -- attended his funeral.

In the three weeks since Perry died, six more Hollywood figures have passed away.

1. Brandi Mallory - Nov. 9

"Extreme Weight Loss" star Brandi Mallory died on Nov. 9 in Stone Mountain, Georgia, as confirmed to People by a representative from the Fulton County Medical Examiner's Office. She was 40.

The makeup artist and former reality star's cause of death has not been disclosed.

Mallory gained recognition through her appearance on Season 4 of the ABC series in 2014, where she embarked on a transformative journey to lose weight.

In a 2018 interview with Atlanta journalist Kirby Carroll, Mallory shared the motivation behind her decision to pursue weight loss, citing the death of one of her sorority sisters at 29.

Despite not being selected for "The Biggest Loser," a casting call led her to "Extreme Weight Loss," marking a pivotal moment in her life.

Mallory's journey extended beyond the show, as she continued her pursuit of fitness through dance, passionately sharing her love for makeup and wellness on her Instagram account.

In remembrance of Mallory, family and friends held a candlelight vigil on Nov. 12. A memorial service was held Sunday in Lithonia, Georgia, as indicated by her obituary.

2. Dex Carvey - Nov. 15

Dex Carvey, the son of renowned comedian and former "SNL" star Dana Carvey, passed away Wednesday due to an accidental drug overdose. He was 32.

Dana, along with his wife Paula Zwagerman, confirmed the tragic news in a joint statement on Instagram.

"Last night we suffered a terrible tragedy. Our beloved son, Dex, died of an accidental drug overdose. He was 32 years old," they said. "Dex packed a lot into those 32 years. He was extremely talented at so many things - music, art, film making, comedy -- and pursued all of them passionately."

Dex followed in his father's footsteps, gaining recognition for his work in comedy. He notably opened for Dana's 2016 Netflix standup special, "Dana Carvey: Straight White Male, 60," according to Variety.

His comedic talents extended to appearances in projects such as "Joe Dirt 2: Beautiful Loser," the short film "Carpool Pandering," as well as the miniseries "Beyond the Comics" and "The Funster." 

Dex is survived by his grieving parents, his brother Thomas Carvey, and his girlfriend Kaylee Chen. 

3. Suzanne Shepherd - Nov. 17

Suzanne Shepherd, acclaimed for her roles in iconic productions like "The Sopranos" and "Goodfellas," passed away Friday morning in her New York City residence, her agent confirmed to Variety. She was 89.

A stalwart in the entertainment industry, Shepherd played Mary DeAngelis, the mother of Carmela Soprano in HBO's crime drama series "The Sopranos," and Karen Hill's mother in Martin Scorsese's classic "Goodfellas."

Her diverse filmography also includes notable appearances in films like "Jacob's Ladder," "Requiem for a Dream," and "A Dirty Shame," showcasing her versatility.

She also left an indelible mark on the small screen, with guest roles in popular TV series like "Law & Order," "Blue Bloods," and "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit."

Shepherd is survived by her daughter Kate Shepherd, son-in-law Miles McManus, and granddaughter Isabelle Shepherd. 

4. Paul Watson - Nov. 18

British television documentary filmmaker Paul Watson, known as the "father of reality TV," died Saturday. He was 81.

Watson, known for groundbreaking documentaries like "The Family," "Sylvania Waters," and "Malcolm and Barbara," suffered from dementia, as confirmed by his son, Daniel Watson. 

Born in London, Watson began his career in the mid-1960s as a researcher for the BBC's "Whicker's World" before going on to produce hundreds of films.

Daniel shared in a statement obtained by The Guardian, "Dad traveled the world, meeting a huge number of people and gathering stories with his camera as he went. He, and the windows his films opened into the often overlooked lives of those he encountered, will be sadly missed. Wherever he is now, as in life, I'm sure he'll have the same, inexhaustible fascination in his surroundings and those that inhabit them."

Throughout his career, Paul Watson received numerous accolades, including a BAFTA, a Royal Television Society award, a Prix Europa and a Broadcasting Press Guild award.

5. Peter Spellos - Nov. 19

Peter Spellos, known for his roles in "American Dreams" and as a voice actor in the animated series "Transformers: Robots in Disguise," also passed away last week. He was 69.

The actor died Sunday at Francisca Hospice House in Indianapolis, Indiana, succumbing to complications from pancreatic cancer.

Jennifer Smith, his friend and acting student, shared the news on Facebook.

She also said in a statement to TMZ that Spellos was surrounded by love and care during his final days.

Spellos was the voice of Sky-Byte in the "Transformers: Robots in Disguise" cartoon series, contributing to 39 episodes.

 Additionally, he featured in the sequel to the sci-fi hit "Men In Black" in 2002 and had notable appearances in popular shows like "ER," "Naruto," "Code Geass," and "Digimon Data Squad."

6. Joss Ackland - Nov. 19

British actor Joss Ackland died Sunday, according to a statement from his family. He was 95.

Ackland passed away "peacefully" and was "surrounded by family," as revealed in a statement from his family given to the PA news agency and obtained by The Guardian.

Ackland, known for his distinctive voice and commanding presence, had a prolific career spanning film, television, and stage.

He appeared in notable films such as "White Mischief" and "The Hunt for Red October," played CS Lewis in "Shadowlands" on TV, and took on various roles in stage productions, including portraying Juan Perón in "Evita." 

Ackland's contribution to the entertainment industry also extended to the small screen with roles in adaptations like the 1979 television version of "Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy."