Perez Hilton remains hospitalized two weeks after his public mental health crisis, his family confirmed in a statement published Monday. The 48-year-old gossip blogger is continuing treatment in an inpatient facility under the care of medical and mental health professionals, according to the update shared on his website, PerezHilton.com.
Hilton’s website, PerezHilton.com, has resumed publishing content as his family prioritizes his health. The statement noted that the site, which Hilton founded in 2004, would remain active while he focuses on recovery. The blog’s operations are being managed by his team to ensure continuity.
The update follows Hilton’s August 4 livestream, during which he appeared to harm himself repeatedly with a box cutter and knife. Authorities were called to his Miami home after fans and social media moderators reported the incident. Hilton was transported to a local hospital for emergency care. His family later confirmed that his three children, niece, and sister were present in the home at the time of the incident.
A previous statement from Hilton’s family described the scene as a severe mental health crisis, with his sister Barbara Lavandeira stating she found him "standing in front of the shower, naked, cut up, covered in blood, with a box cutter in his hand." The livestream video was removed from TikTok, and Hilton’s account was banned following the incident.
Hilton’s family expressed gratitude for the support they have received, stating in the update: "We thank everyone who has reached out, checked in, and kept Perez and our family in your thoughts." The statement reiterated that Hilton’s health remains the priority as his team maintains the website’s operations.
The family has not provided additional details about Hilton’s condition or the timeline for his release. Representatives for Hilton did not respond to requests for further comment.