New owner of Matthew Perry's LA home where he died reveals why she bought property despite somber history

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Anita Verma-Lallian, the new owner of Matthew Perry's Los Angeles mansion, has spoken openly about her decision to acquire the property where the beloved 'Friends' actor spent his final days.

In a heartfelt social media post, the 42-year-old real estate developer expressed both her excitement and her deep respect for Perry’s legacy, sharing photos taken near the very pool where his life tragically ended just over a year ago, reported Daily Mail.

New owner of Matthew Perry mansion shares pics of ceremony held by the pool

After purchasing the Pacific Palisades home for $8.55 million, Anita Verma-Lallian acknowledged that the property holds a unique and somber history.

She and her husband were drawn to the house, not by its tragic past, but by its architectural beauty and breathtaking view of the Pacific Ocean, a feature that held great significance for the late actor himself.

Perry, known for his iconic role as Chandler Bing on the hit sitcom 'Friends', cherished this serene view and frequently posted on social media from the residence’s infinity pool.

His final posts, reflective and somewhat cryptic, included one taken in the pool, capturing his last moments before his untimely death.

In her post, Verma-Lallian shared how she and her husband immediately felt that this property was “the one” upon viewing it.

They were captivated by the home’s design and the peaceful ambiance it offered. “We knew it was ‘the one’ and decided to write an offer on it immediately,” she explained, describing her first impressions of the home.

Alongside these reflections, Verma-Lallian posted photos of a small ceremony held by the pool, where she and her husband received blessings from a "Panditji", a Hindu priest who had traveled from Arizona to offer spiritual guidance and honor the late actor’s memory.

The ceremony, a traditional gesture to honor both the house and its former occupant, marked a deeply personal moment for Verma-Lallian.

She shared how they “chose to honor the positive aspects of the previous owner’s life,” recognizing Perry’s “immense talent and all the joy he brought to so many people.”

Through this gesture, Verma-Lallian hopes to respect Perry’s legacy while making new memories in the home.

Anita Verma-Lallian and her husband plan to use LA mansion as vacation home

While Anita Verma-Lallian and her husband plan to use the mansion as a vacation home, she made it clear that they intend to preserve many of its distinctive elements, particularly those with personal significance to Perry.

She emphasized that the decision to buy the property was not influenced by its association with the beloved actor but rather by a genuine connection to its design and location.

One specific feature they plan to keep intact is the Batman logo in the pool, a tribute to Perry’s nickname "Mattman."

Throughout his life, Perry frequently referred to himself as "Mattman" in his social media posts, adding a playful layer to his public persona.

In fact, the actor’s last Instagram photo, taken just days before his death, showed him relaxing in the hot tub, surrounded by twinkling city lights and bearing a caption that read, “Oh, so warm water swirling around makes you feel good? I’m Mattman.”

The mansion itself, a luxurious four-bedroom residence in the picturesque Pacific Palisades neighborhood, was purchased by Perry in 2020 for $6 million.

After living there for over three years, Perry’s presence became deeply connected to the property.

However, Verma-Lallian’s recent purchase, which came at a significant premium over Perry’s buying price, was driven purely by a desire to own a beautiful home.

“The decision to purchase the home had nothing to do with the previous owner, just our love,” Verma-Lallian clarified, underscoring that her family’s connection to the property goes beyond its history.

Currently residing in Paradise Valley, Arizona, Verma-Lallian manages Camelback Productions, a pioneering film production company she describes as the first female- and South Asian-owned production firm in Arizona.