October 3, 2024 12:50 PM

Doctor pleads guilty in death of ‘Friends’ star Matthew Perry

One of two California doctors who were among the five people charged in the overdose death of "Friends" star Matthew Perry pleaded guilty on Wednesday to illegally distributing the drug ketamine. Dr. Mark Chavez of San Diego entered the plea during an appearance in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles. He could face up to 10 years in prison at his sentencing, which was scheduled for April. Another physician charged in the case, Dr. Salvador Plasencia, has pleaded not guilty, as has co-defendant ...