Presley Gerber, son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died at 27 at a rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. His cause of death has not been publicly disclosed.
Presley Gerber, who had previously worked as a model and was signed by IMG Models at age 15, had been open about his mental health and addiction struggles in recent years. His sister, Kaia Gerber, had publicly discussed the impact of his challenges on the family.
Family Statement
A representative for the Crawford family stated: 'The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time.'
Background and Career
Presley Gerber walked runways for brands including Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana, and had a campaign with Calvin Klein. He attended the World Premiere of "Infinite Icon: A Visual Memoir" in Los Angeles in January 2024.
Mental Health and Addiction Disclosures
In November 2023, Presley announced he was taking a step back from social media to focus on his mental health. In December 2023, he shared details about his medication regimen, including Buprenorphine (1mg twice daily) for opioid use disorder and fluctuating use of benzodiazepines to manage panic attacks and night terrors.
Kaia Gerber previously reflected on the family’s struggles, stating: 'When something like that happens in a family, it kind of levels everyone.' She also noted that Presley’s challenges influenced her own approach to seeking help, saying: 'I started to self-identify as the easy one and never wanted to ask for help.'