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Among them is his stepfather, “Dateline” journalist Keith Morrison.
A heartbreaking testament to their closeness also lies in Perry’s official death certificate.
It details just how important Morrison was to Perry and will bring a tear to your eye.
Matthew’s parents,famous actor John Bennett Perryand Suzanne Morrison, welcomed him to the world in 1969.
However, things didn’t work out in the marriage.
The couple would split shortly before Matthew reached the age of one.
He continued to live with his mother after his parents' divorce.
Keith would be introduced to their family in 1981 when he and Suzanne officially tied the knot.
The new family was a match made in heaven.
In fact, Matthew has credited his stepfather as the glue that held his family together over the years.
“Keith lived for my mother.
The only thing that is annoying about Keith is that he always takes my mother’s side.
He is her protector,” he wrote.
“But my family was held together by one man, and that was Keith Morrison.”
Morrison loved being Perry’s stepfather, something he discussed during an interview withPeople.
The beloved journalist recalled taking his stepson to hockey games on Saturday mornings.
It was during these moments, Morrison stated, that it really sunk in just how special Perry was.
“He’s an intense, talented, focused character.
He’s very bright,” he told the outlet.
“Where should I start?”
he began with a short laugh.
“He is really a very good guy, and he’s very thoughtful.
