'Riverdale' dedicates all future episodes to Luke Perry following his death

March 6, 2019, 3:10 PM

"Riverdale" will dedicate their newest episode, and all future episodes, to Luke Perry following his death.

Perry, a beloved cast member of the show, died Monday at the age of 52 after suffering a massive stroke.

"Riverdale" creator Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa posted a touching tribute to Perry on Instagram, a picture which featured the cast wtih Perry smiling among his co-stars.

"Luke in the middle. Our heart, always," the post read. "Tonight’s episode of 'Riverdale' finds Fred doing what he does best--helping Archie. It is dedicated to Luke, as all episodes will be for the rest of our run."

Perry played Fred Andrews, the father of KJ Apa's character Archie, on the popular CW show.

Several "Riverdale" cast members took to social media to share their grief and pay tribute to their co-star, friend and even to some -- father figure.

"Riverdale"'s executive producers also released a statement following Perry's death, calling him "an incredibly caring, consummate professional with a giant heart, and a true friend to all."

The first "Riverdale" episode after Perry's death will air Wednesday on the CW.