Presley Gerber has died.
At only 27, the model’s death isn’t just heartbreaking for those who knew and loved him, it’s the tragic loss of a life too soon.
Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber‘s son was staying at a luxury Los Angeles rehab facility, living in a house on the property, when he was found dead on Sunday.
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An autopsy has since been completed, and while sources tell TMZ he passed from a suspected overdose, the official cause of death has been deferred.
As news of his passing spreads, Presley’s friends in Hollywood are speaking out about their grief. In a post shared via Instagram Stories, Paris Hilton mourned the loss of her friend, writing:
“I’m completely heartbroken. I still can’t believe this is real. Presley, you were such a beautiful soul. So sweet, sensitive, kind and genuine. I cared about you so much, and I’m going to miss you more than words can say. I’ll always cherish the memories we shared—the laughs, the conversations, and just being around you. You had such a gentle heart and there was something so special about you that anyone who was lucky enough to know you could feel. I hope you knew how deeply loved you were and how many people cared about you. My heart is with your entire family during this unimaginable time. Rest in peace, my friend. Love you forever. You will be so deeply missed.”
Paris genuinely cared so much for him. We know this must be a day that’s painful beyond words.
Read more celebrity reactions (below):
Chase Keith: “Rest in peace man”
Jerry O’Connell: “God rest his soul.”
Brooklyn Beckham: “I am so heartbroken. Presley, you were the kindest and we are going to miss you so much. X. We love you.”
Brody Jenner: “[dove emoji, heartbreak emoji] love you brother.”
Jamie Kennedy: “Feel sick to my stomach knowing that Presley Gerber has passed. I was going thru all our texts and DM’s over the last 5 years and this was a young man who had a huge heart. He was always open about his struggles because he knew it would help others and IT DID. I always felt a close bond with you Presley, I wish we got to spend more time together. Watching your parents love you the way they did was beautiful, I’m heartbroken for them and your whole family. I keep replaying this day in Malibu together, it was perfect, you sharing your heart with all of us and laughing over some pickleball. You are at peace in Gods arms and I pray that same peace will cover all those who loved you. You were special.”
Camille Grammer: “Oh no! So sad! Heartbroken for the family.”
Phaedra Parks: “This is every parents’ nightmare. Praying for their strength.”
We will continue to update this post as more tributes come in, so keep checking back.
Rest in peace, Presley. You really were so loved.
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