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‘Riverdale’ Star Luke Perry Has Died of a Stroke

Danielle Tullo

Riverdale star Luke Perry has died at age 52, after being hospitalized last week for a stroke. His rep confirmed to E! News that Perry passed away on Monday morning, surrounded by his family and friends — including his children Jack and Sophie, fiancé Wendy Madison Bauer, ex-wife Minnie Sharp, mother Ann Bennett, step-father Steve Bennett, brother Tom Perry, and sister Amy Coder. 

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“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,” his rep said in a statement. 

 
 
 
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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While Perry is now known for playing Archie Andrews’ dad on Riverdale, the actor was famous for his role as Dylan on Beverly Hills 90210. 

Danielle Tullo

Fairfield '15

Danielle was previously the Deputy Editor at Her Campus, where she oversaw social and content strategy, lifestyle, beauty, fashion, news, and entertainment. Prior to joining Her Campus, Danielle worked at House Beautiful as Senior Lifestyle Editor, directing and producing feature videos and stories. Danielle also served as Snapchat Editor at Cosmopolitan, overseeing the brands daily Snapchat Discover channel. In 2016, she launched Cosmo Bites — which is now the official food and beverage vertical at Cosmopolitan. That same year, Danielle was named as a Rising Star in the digital media industry by FOLIO Magazine. Danielle got her start in digital media by launching the Her Campus chapter at Fairfield University in 2014, where she acted as Campus Correspondent for 2.5 years, before graduating with a degree in English and creative writing. She enjoys wine, food, and long walks through HomeGoods. Follow Danielle on Instagram!