‘Riverdale’ fans remember Luke Perry as final scene airs

April 25, 2019

On last evening’s episode, Riverdale aired their final scene with Fred Andrews, who was played by Luke Perry. As previously reported, Perry passed away unexpectedly after suffering a major stroke back in February.

Earlier this week, show creator, Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa announced that Perry’s final scene would be coming on Wednesday night.

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“This week’s #Riverdale is the last episode Luke filmed,” Aguirre-Sacasa says in a tweet. “As always, Fred’s imparting words of wisdom to Archie. A beautiful, true moment between a father and his son. Wish these scenes could go on forever…”

This week’s #Riverdale is the last episode Luke filmed. As always, Fred’s imparting words of wisdom to Archie. A beautiful, true moment between a father and his son. Wish these scenes could go on forever…❤️????‍? pic.twitter.com/meokbvo0Wt

— RobertoAguirreSacasa (@WriterRAS) April 22, 2019

Now, the episode titled “Chapter 54: Fear the Reaper,” has officially aired on the CW. The scene in question features Archie, played by KJ Apa, having a heart-to-heart with his father about the death of his boxing partner, Randy.

You can check out the final dialogue exchanged between the two characters below.

“Son, from everything you’ve said, it’s clear Randy died from those drugs,” Fred says. “The autopsy will support that. You’re innocent.”

“But I’m not, Dad,” Archie says. “I knew. I knew Randy was juicing. I could’ve stopped the fight, but I didn’t want to forfeit. If I had.. I’m never stepping into that ring ever again. I can’t.”

Fred’s last scene. Thanks Luke. We miss you and love you. #Riverdale pic.twitter.com/tjF3G1lMUK

— victoriä (@ilovefpalice) April 25, 2019

Now, fans are very understandably broken up about the characters’ final interaction. You can see what fans have to say below.

Goodbye Luke Perry/Fred Andrews
You’ll never be forgotten #Riverdale ??❤️ pic.twitter.com/DoQF4rNhGp

— Israel Leon (@IsraelL26630520) April 25, 2019

Thank you Luke Perry for giving us 3 seasons of Fred Andrews, an amazing, hardworking and loving father who always puts his son first. I will miss seeing your beautiful smile light up the dark town that is Riverdale. Rest in love ❤️#riverdale

— Sammi Ryan (@SammiRyan77) April 25, 2019

Seeing Luke Perry makes me very happy but also hurts my very soul ?#Riverdale pic.twitter.com/uYADIOmItD

— uhhhhrissa ? (@uhhhhrissa) April 25, 2019

God I am not ready for this?Still recovering after (almost) 2 months?Luke we all miss u?#lukeperry #Riverdale https://t.co/92mdXgCjMz

— H~ (@river_vxen) April 22, 2019

Every time I see Luke Perry on screen now it’s heartbreaking. ? #Riverdale pic.twitter.com/EUspxPhmol

— Susan A (@susanloli) April 18, 2019

Take a bow, my friend.
You were respected,
You were loved. ❤️?#LukePerry #Legend #RIP
thecwriverdale tonight at 9/8c https://t.co/OnqeQFn9yV

— Lochlyn Munro (@LochlynMunro) April 25, 2019

We are sending Perry’s family, as well as the entire cast of Riverdale, our well-wishes at this time.