Cindy Crawford shares tribute following death of son Presley Gerber

Presley Gerber dies at age 27 in Santa Monica

Presley Gerber died on September 20, 2026, at the age of 27. He passed away at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica, California.

Yahoo.com reported that he died of a "suspected overdose" at an "ultra-luxury sober living home".

Authorities investigate circumstances of death

The Santa Monica Police Department leads the investigation into the death of Presley Gerber. He died last month at a rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles.

The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner conducted an autopsy, but the exact substances contributing to his death remain unclear. The medical examiner lists the case as pending further investigation.

Authorities report no indication of foul play in the death. The official cause of death has not yet been revealed.

Family shares personal tributes and memories

Cindy Crawford, 60, issued a statement on behalf of herself, her husband Rande Gerber, and their daughter Kaia Gerber. The family expressed their grief over the loss of their son and brother.

"We are beyond heartbroken to lose our beloved son and brother," the family said. "We feel so blessed to have had Presley in our lives for 27 years," they added. "He is a sweet, beautiful soul who loved and is loved, now and forever. We are so proud of how he showed up in the world, with kindness and vulnerability".

Crawford thanked the public for the global response to the news. "We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from so many who know and love our family and even strangers who feel our pain," she said. "Til we meet again our sweet boy. We love you forever, Mom, Dad and Kaia".

Rande Gerber echoed his wife’s statement and shared a personal message regarding his children. He described them as "My life, my world, my heart" and noted it was "A moment that will live in me forever".

Kaia Gerber remembered her brother as her "great protector" who "lit all my candles and took all of my monsters away". She recalled a memory of Presley getting his ears pierced first. "But when I held the earring they took from your body, all I could think was: that belongs to you," she said. "And I really fg wish you hadn’t gone first this time".

She also pledged her devotion to her brother despite the loss. "Even knowing where it ends, I would choose it all over again," she wrote. "Every second. I would walk knowingly toward this grief if it meant that on the other side of it I got to be your sister".

Celebrities and public offer condolences

Following the death of Presley Gerber on September 20, a representative for the family requested privacy during a very difficult and painful time.

Figures in the entertainment industry shared condolences, including Taylor Lautner, Patrick Schwarzenegger, and Suki Waterhouse. Paris Hilton also offered her sympathies, writing that Gerber was "truly one of a kind".

Presley Gerber's career in fashion

Gerber entered the fashion industry at age 15. He signed with IMG Models at that age and modeled for brands including Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Bottega Veneta.

He made his runway debut in 2016 for Moschino. Throughout his career, he collaborated with luxury houses including Celine, Calvin Klein, and Dolce & Gabbana.

Advocacy for mental health and substance abuse

Gerber spoke openly about his experiences with mental health and substance abuse. He hosted a series on his Instagram account called "Mental Health Mondays".

During a 2023 appearance on the Studio 22 podcast, he stated that mental health was a significant part of his life and a constant job.

Photographic tributes and past appearances

Cindy Crawford shared a black-and-white photograph of her son alongside her public statement. The image was taken by photographer Sebastián Faena and appears to feature angel wings.

Kaia Gerber, 25, posted a tribute to her brother on Instagram that included a home video of the pair dancing as children and a letter expressing her grief.

Presley Gerber and Crawford attended the premiere of the Apple TV+ series "Palm Royale" together on March 14, 2024, in Beverly Hills.