Celebrities Share Their Memories of Luke Perry Following His Death

Perry, known for his roles on Beverly Hills: 90210 and Riverdale, died Monday morning after being hospitalized last Wednesday for a massive stroke, his rep confirmed in a statement to ET .

"He was surrounded by his children Jack and Sophie, fianc Wendy Madison Bauer, ex-wife Minnie Sharp, mother Ann Bennett, step-father Steve Bennett, brother Tom Perry, sister Amy Coder, and other close family and friends," the statement said. "The family appreciates the outpouring of support and prayers that have been extended to Luke from around the world, and respectfully request privacy in this time of great mourning. No further details will be released at this time."

Stars are turning to social media to express what a kind and talented person Perry was, and how deeply they will miss him.

View this post on Instagram With the heaviest of hearts, I am stunned and devastated to tell you that Luke passed away. I am still in shock and I have no words beyond saying he was a truly kind gentleman. He will be mourned and missed by everyone who knew him and the millions who love him. RIP, dearie Luke. Your time here was far too short. A post shared by Christine Elise McCarthy (@christineelisemccarthy) on Mar 4, 2019 at 10:00am PST

Luke Perry was a great actor and truly one of a kind. Watching him on 90210 was one of the reasons why I wanted to move to LA. Thinking of his family and friends on and off the set. Rest in peace. - Ryan Seacrest (@RyanSeacrest) March 4, 2019