Hollywood'S Ketamine Queen: The Double Life Of Jasveen Sangha Before Matthew Perry'S Tragic End

The Glamorous Facade and Dark Secrets of Jasveen Sangha

Behind the picture-perfect facade of a privileged life in Los Angeles, Jasveen Sangha harbored a secret that even her closest friends didn't suspect. Dubbed the "Ketamine Queen," Sangha was a dealer to Hollywood's rich and famous, operating a drug stash house that included cocaine, Xanax, fake Adderall, and ketamine. Her double life came crashing down when she supplied ketamine to Friends star Matthew Perry, ultimately leading to his tragic overdose in 2023. Now facing sentencing as the final defendant in the case, Sangha's story has captivated the media as it uncovers an underground ketamine network in the city of stars.

“She was a highly educated person who decided to make their living trafficking drugs, and use that money from drug trafficking to finance this social media influencer persona,” said Bill Bodner, former special agent in charge of the DEA Los Angeles office.

The story takes a closer look at an unseen side of Hollywood glamour, revealing the lengths to which some go to maintain an image. Despite her background as a dual British-American national with a charmed upbringing, Sangha chose a life of crime that disguised her social media influencer persona while catering to an elite clientele.

Unraveling the Ties to Matthew Perry's Tragedy

Matthew Perry was found dead in his Los Angeles home in 2023, a city he's called home through his struggles with depression and addiction. The federal investigation revealed his path to acquiring ketamine, leading to multiple doctor visits and eventually to Sangha through an intermediary. Although her lawyer, Mark Geragos, insists she didn't know Perry personally, the fallout from their connection has been significant.

Sangha's attorney has noted her remorse: "She feels horrible. She's felt horrible from day one," emphasizing the personal toll of her involvement in Perry's death. Friends of Sangha, such as Tony Marquez and Jash Negandhi, shared their shock and disbelief over her secret life as a dealer. Despite their long-standing connections, Sangha's dealings with drugs remained a mystery to them. "I knew nothing," Negandhi stated, reflecting the sentiment of many who thought they knew her.

A Double Life of Glamour and Deception

Sangha's upbringing was far from ordinary. Her grandparents were fashion retail millionaires in East London, and she was set to inherit a fortune. Her move to California's glitzy Calabasas neighborhood marked a new chapter, but one shadowed by her family's financial troubles and her personal ambition to forge her path in the business world. However, it was the nightlife that truly captivated her.

In LA, Sangha was part of a close-knit group called the "Kitties," known for hosting extravagant parties attended by celebrities. These gatherings, often fueled by drugs like ketamine, spanned across California, from Hollywood's Avalon theater to retreats at Lake Havasu. Despite her title as the "Ketamine Queen," Sangha kept her dealings discreet, as her friends never suspected her involvement in drug trafficking.

Looking back, Tony Marquez speculates that Sangha's addiction to the social prominence of dealing to the Hollywood elite led her down a forbidden path. "She was addicted to being in that social circle and being wanted by celebrities," he remarked. Yet, he doesn't view her as a grand criminal mastermind, but rather someone who stumbled into the trade, driven by a shared love for ketamine. A new BBC documentary promises to explore these intricate layers of Sangha's life, shedding light on the hidden world of drug-fueled glamour in Los Angeles.