In the wake of Luke Perry’s death from a stroke at the age of 52, celebrities across social media posted their memories of the actor. While he was best known as bad boy Dylan McKay on Beverly Hills 90210, he had an accomplished career as an actor, and seemed to make a positive impression on people that he met.
Those who worked with him on Riverdale, where he played Archie’s father, Fred Andrews, were some of the first to share their heartfelt reactions.
My heart is broken. I will miss you so much Luke Perry. Sending all my love to your family. ❤️ #LukePerry
— Molly Ringwald (@MollyRingwald) March 4, 2019
Will miss ya, “Dad”..?
Grateful for the chance to have known you. #RIPlukeperry pic.twitter.com/V2j44uKqLv— Alyson Stoner (@AlysonStoner) 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
Luke Perry. What a kind, talented, generous man. I was so, so lucky to have the opportunity to work with such a wholly wonderful person. All of my thoughts and love are with him and his family.
— Tessa Leigh Williams (@TessaLWilliams) March 5, 2019
Those who’d worked with him in other projects over the years, including Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Criminal Minds, Saturday Night Live, and of course 90210, also weighed in.
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
Dearest Luke- I am so heart broken and at a loss for words. You my friend were a mighty soul and have left your mark. My love and prayers to the family and all who loved you. RIP
— Gabrielle Carteris (@TheGabrielle_C) 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
https://twitter.com/DavidArquette/status/1102824797707350022
RIP #lukeperry. He hosted @nbcsnl during my first season as a writer and I ended up being in this #starwars-themed monologue with him and the late-great #philhartman. https://t.co/p5eCEE8r9g
— David Mandel (@DavidHMandel) March 4, 2019
I cannot day enough good things about Luke. I had the pleasure to work w him playing his TV wife & remained friends throughout the yrs. He was such a kind, considerate, loving, generous, talented, caring man. I’m gutted by the loss of such a beautiful soul. RIP #LukePerry ❤️?? pic.twitter.com/jxaNS65Y1v
— Lana Parrilla (@LanaParrilla) March 4, 2019
Luke Perry was such a wonderful and kind man. I was afraid he'd be "actorly". I was so wrong. HE choreographed our fight scenes and was a joy to be around. My prayers go out to his family. pic.twitter.com/XLwqjwKR92
— paget brewster (@pagetpaget) March 4, 2019
Leonardo DiCaprio, who will share the screen with Perry in Quentin Tarantino’s upcoming Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, also posted a moving tribute to his late co-star.
Luke Perry was a kindhearted and incredibly talented artist. It was an honor to be able to work with him. My thoughts and prayers go out to him and his loved ones.
— Leonardo DiCaprio (@LeoDiCaprio) March 4, 2019
Even those who never got a chance to formally work with him shared their own anecdotes, speaking of a man who was always gracious, courteous, and humble — regardless of what their status was in Hollywood at the time.
Luke Perry used to come into the restaurant I worked in over a decade ago and he was always so kind to me and friendly in an industry where most people would just dismiss me. Always remembered that. RIP. And be kind and compassionate to those around you y’all.
— Alexandra Daddario (@AADaddario) March 5, 2019
Sending love to #LukePerry 's family. The CW won't be the same without you. I wish I got to know him better but everytime I did get to speak with him he was very kind. pic.twitter.com/Qhw5I1HSe6
— Caity Lotz (@caitylotz) March 5, 2019
My heart goes out to all who knew Luke Perry. To his current family at Riverdale, I send you special love. Rest In Peace.
— Kristin Chenoweth (@KChenoweth) March 5, 2019
RIP Luke Perry. ? pic.twitter.com/g6rR5lqLUG
— Mayim Bialik (@missmayim) March 4, 2019
Luke Perry was humble and kind every time we crossed paths. I’m so sorry to hear of his passing.
— scott foley (@scottkfoley) March 4, 2019
The actor had been admitted to the hospital last week following a massive stroke, which led to his untimely death.
