Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, has died after a reported drug overdose at a Santa Monica rehab facility. Police were dispatched to the facility on September 20, and sources say he had checked into treatment the same weekend. The family has asked for privacy during what they describe as a very difficult and painful time.
Gerber never shied away from talking about his struggles. He spoke openly about opioid addiction, depression and a 2019 DUI conviction, and in March he shared a trip to Mexico where he used ibogaine to support his sobriety. Crawford cheered him on in the comments, writing,“You are a warrior! Walk thru the fire to find yourself So proud!”Sources say she was a hands-on mother and is now inconsolable, while his sister Kaia and his close friends are also devastated.
If you or someone you know is dealing with addiction or mental health struggles, SAMHSA’s National Helpline is available at 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free and confidential, 24/7. How should we talk about addiction when it happens to families in the public eye?
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