"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."
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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.
(MORE: Shannen Doherty, other '90210' and 'Riverdale' stars react to death of Luke Perry: 'Devastated by the loss of my friend')I’m finding it hard to grasp that he will no longer be around to give long hugs and share his wisdom and kindness with all of us.
— Lili Reinhart (@lilireinhart) March 4, 2019
I’m thinking of his family. His children.
I pray for them to heal and find peace in this devastating loss.
My heart is broken. I will miss you so much Luke Perry. Sending all my love to your family. ?? #LukePerry
— Molly Ringwald (@MollyRingwald) March 4, 2019
one of the kindest most gentle souls this world has ever known #riplukeperry
— Robin Givens (@Therocknrobn) March 4, 2019
"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."
A statement from Riverdale’s executive producers, Warner Bros., and The CW. pic.twitter.com/1YNhbaupHv
— Riverdale (@CW_Riverdale) March 4, 2019
The first "Riverdale" episode after Perry's death will air Wednesday on the CW.
