Luke Perry, the actor who defined the teen drama bad-boy archetype as Dylan McKay on Beverly Hills, 90210, has died. He was 52.
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The Hollywood Reporter states Perry died in hospital, where he had been under observation after a suffering a massive stroke on February 27.
He surrounded by his children and close family.
Perry is perhaps best known for his turn on Beverly Hills, 90210, which became an era-defining show and the inspiration for countless other teen-focussed dramas to follow.
His stint as Dylan also saw the actor plastered on magazine covers as a bona fide heart-throb.
After the show came to an end in 2000, Perry went on to feature in a number of series, including Oz, Jeremiah, and Body Of Proof.
In 2016, Perry also secured a major Riverdale role as Fred Andrews, father of protagonist Archie.
Friends and colleagues of the actor have shared their condolences with his family and warm memories of their time together.
Dearest Luke,
I will forever bask in the loving memories we’ve shared over the last thirty years. May your journey forward be enriched by the magnificent souls who have passed before you, just like you have done here, for those you leave behind.— Ian Ziering (@IanZiering) March 4, 2019
The first time I met Luke Perry we talked about what kind of movie we wanted “Buffy” to be. I asked if he’d ever seen “Near Dark” and he gave me a look of HOW DARE YOU SIR and I knew we’d get along. Funny, committed, and always gracious. He shouldn’t be gone.
— Joss Whedon (@joss) March 4, 2019
Luke Perry… you were a joyful and vibrant soul. You will be missed but most certainly your legacy will be remembered forever. Rest in love and peace, friend. #Riverdale
— Riverdale Writers Room (@RiverdaleWriter) March 4, 2019
RIP.
