Luke Perry's generosity kept Neal McDonough afloat during Hollywood backlash
Neal McDonough says he was blackballed by Hollywood for refusing to kiss costars, which led to a dark period of drinking and losing his home. During that time, Luke Perry opened his Los Angeles home to McDonough and his family, a kindness that helped him get back on his feet and eventually land work on Justified. McDonough credits Perry's generosity and his wife Ruvé's support with helping him quit drinking and rebuild his career, which later included Yellowstone and other projects, and he and Ruvé now produce content focused on family, faith, and freedom.