Supermodel Cindy Crawford has publicly addressed the loss of her 27-year-old son, Presley Gerber, expressing that her family is "beyond heartbroken" following his death. The young model passed away on September 20 at a rehabilitation facility located in California. Since the announcement, the family has received a significant outpouring of support from fans, colleagues, and the wider public who have offered condolences during this period of mourning.
In a heartfelt tribute posted to her social media channels on Sunday, Crawford shared a black-and-white photograph of her son, honoring his memory. "He is a sweet, beautiful soul who loved and is loved, now and forever," she wrote in her statement. Reflecting on his character, Crawford added that the family remains proud of the kindness and vulnerability Presley displayed throughout his life. She noted that her family feels "blessed" to have had him in their lives for 27 years and expressed deep gratitude for the support received from those who knew him, as well as from strangers offering their sympathy.
Official investigations into the circumstances of his passing are currently underway. The Santa Monica Police Department has stated that at this stage of the inquiry, there is no indication that foul play was involved in his death. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has listed the case as pending additional investigation, with police confirming they are treating the death as a suspected overdose.
Presley Gerber had followed in his mother’s footsteps, building a career in the fashion industry. He made his professional catwalk debut at the age of 16 for the Italian fashion label Moschino, working alongside his mother and younger sister, Kaia Gerber. In his adult life, Presley had been candid about his personal struggles, often using his own social media platforms to host "Mental Health Mondays," where he spoke openly about his battles with mental health challenges and drug use.
His younger sister, Kaia, also posted a poignant tribute to her brother on Sunday. Her memorial included a video of the siblings dancing together during their childhood, along with photographs of them taken near the ocean. She also shared a deeply personal letter addressed to her brother. In the message, she wrote of the pain of navigating a world without him, describing the difficulty of "learning how to love you when I cannot see you" and the hardship of no longer being able to call him.
The family’s statement concluded with a poignant farewell: "Til we meet again our sweet boy. We love you forever, Mom, Dad and Kaia," accompanied by an emoji of angel wings. Presley’s father, Rande Gerber, a prominent businessman and co-founder of the Casamigos tequila brand, has not released a separate statement, with the family currently mourning in private.
As the investigation into the exact cause of death continues under the purview of the Los Angeles authorities, the family has requested privacy. The death of the young model has drawn attention to the ongoing importance of mental health awareness, and resources for those struggling with similar issues have been highlighted by various outlets following the news. At this time, no further details regarding the final medical examiner's report have been released.
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