Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, died on Sunday, September 20 at a rehab facility in Santa Monica, California. Police responded to a possible overdose call and are investigating the death as a suspected overdose, with no indication of foul play. The medical examiner has deferred the official cause of death pending additional testing, which can take months to complete. Per reports, he was cremated at Rose Family Funeral Home, and his ashes will be kept at his parents’Malibu home.
Funeral arrangements are underway and expected within the next week in Southern California. The family has asked for privacy during what they describe as a very difficult and painful time. Public tributes have already started pouring in, including posts from Paris Hilton and Presley’s ex-girlfriend Lexi Wood, who appeared on Summer House. His sister Kaia and his parents are facing the loss in a very public way.
What many will remember about Presley is how openly he spoke about his addiction and recovery. By his own account, he wanted his story to help other people, and for plenty of people navigating the same fight or loving someone who is, it did. If you or someone you know needs support, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available by call or text, 24/7.
How do you think the public should show up for famous families after a loss like this?
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