Celebrating Luke Perry: His Legacy Captured In Photos

Reflect on the remarkable life of Luke Perry through a collection of his most memorable moments.

Davy

• Published in Film & TV
• March 4, 2024

Five years after the world said goodbye to Luke Perry, we take a moment to look back at the incredible journey of an actor who left an indelible mark on Hollywood.

Known for his iconic roles in 'Beverly Hills, 90210' and 'Riverdale,' Perry's sudden departure on March 4, 2019, following a massive stroke, left fans and fellow actors in mourning. This tribute revisits the milestones of Perry's career and life, celebrating the joy and passion he brought to every role and the lasting legacy he leaves behind.

On March 4, 2019, the entertainment world lost one of its brightest stars, Luke Perry, at the age of 52, after he suffered a massive stroke. Today, we honor his memory by taking a stroll down memory lane, revisiting the moments that made Perry a beloved figure on and off the screen.

Before becoming a household name, Luke Perry cut his teeth in the acting world with roles on various soap operas, including "Loving," where he appeared alongside Alexandra Wilson in 1987. However, it was his role as Dylan McKay on "Beverly Hills, 90210" that catapulted him to stardom. Perry's portrayal of the brooding bad boy captured the hearts of viewers and made him a teen idol.

Luke Perry on Loving

Luke Perry on Beverly Hills, 90210

The show's "bad boy"

On-Set Snapshot

Best Friends

He also attended a charity baseball game with some of his castmates in 1991.

Luke Perry at the 1991 Emmys

the Golden Boy

Perry joined Beverly Hills, 90210 cast members Garth and Ian Ziering at the Nancy Susan Reynolds awards in Beverly Hills.

Welcome Back Dylan

Perry celebrated his return to Beverly Hills, 90210 at Planet Hollywood in N.Y.C.

Movie Memory

Luke Perry on set of Buffy the Vampire Slayer.

Sizzle Reel

Luke Perry in 'Eight Seconds'.

Supermodel Time

The Handsome Ones

The Young Star

Perry (second from right) with other up-and-coming actors including C. Thomas Howell and Mark Wahlberg at an event at Planet Hollywood.

'90s Icons

Denim Days

A-list Friends

The First Love

Perry was married to Rachel "Minnie" Sharp from 1993 to 2003. They have 2 children together, Sophie and Jack.

Dad

Out with the Kids

Perry, daughter Sophie and son Jack at a benefit for the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation in 2004.

Star on Stage

The Dark Role

Midwest

In The Wild Wild West

Packing a Punch

Love Till The End

The actor was engaged to Wendy Madison Bauer at the time of his passing.

Riverdale Daddy

In October 2018, Luke Perry, who played Archie's dad, Fred Andrews, on "Riverdale," and KJ Apa, the actor behind Archie, teamed up for a talk at the Build Series panel. After the sad news of Perry's passing, "Riverdale" stopped all filming. The show's main producers mentioned, "Luke was like a dad and a mentor to the younger cast members. He was super kind and filled our set with love and kindness.

Happy Family

Perry was a devoted dad to his both children. Here, he kisses Sophie ahead of her prom

Once Upon a Time ... in Hollywood

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