‘Ketamine Queen’ Receives 15-Year Sentence for ‘Friends’ Star Matthew Perry’s Death

A 42-year-old drug dealer, known as the “Ketamine Queen,” was sentenced to 15 years in prison for her involvement in the death of actor Matthew Perry. The sentencing took place on April 8, 2024, in Los Angeles. Jayvee Sangha pleaded guilty to five felony drug charges related to Perry’s overdose in October 2023.

Details of the Sentencing

U.S. District Judge Sherilyn Garnett imposed the 15-year sentence, which is more severe than penalties given to Sangha’s four co-defendants. The co-defendants include two doctors who were also implicated in the case. Prosecutors had recommended the 15-year term, while Sangha’s defense argued for a lighter sentence based on time already served. She has been in custody since August 2023.

Background of Matthew Perry

Perry, best known for his role as Chandler Bing on the acclaimed TV show “Friends,” was found dead at age 54 in his home. His live-in personal assistant discovered him unresponsive in a hot tub on October 28, 2023. An autopsy indicated that the cause of death was the acute effects of ketamine, which led to his drowning.

Ketamine’s Role and Sangha’s Admissions

Ketamine is a powerful anesthetic often misused as a recreational drug. Perry had been undergoing medically supervised infusions of ketamine for his depression prior to his death. According to law enforcement, he eventually sought illegal sources for the drug.

• Sangha admitted to selling 51 vials of ketamine to a dealer.
• These vials were ultimately sold to Perry through his assistant, Kenneth Iwamasa.
• Perry was injected with several doses, leading to his tragic demise.

Implications and Aftermath

Sangha’s guilty plea included various counts related to drug distribution and maintaining a drug-involved premises. She was aware that the vials sold to the intermediary were meant for Perry. Tragically, this was not Sangha’s first encounter with drug-related fatalities, as she previously sold ketamine to an individual who overdosed in 2019.

The case underscores the serious consequences of drug abuse and illegal distribution networks. Matthew Perry’s legacy, intertwined with his struggles against addiction, continues to resonate as authorities seek to combat the opioid crisis affecting countless individuals.

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