Presley Gerber Dies at 27 in Santa Monica Rehab Facility Amid Overdose Investigation
Model Presley Gerber, 27, died Sunday at a luxury outpatient rehab facility in Santa Monica. Police are investigating the death as a suspected overdose, with no indication of foul play. The medical examiner has deferred the cause of death pending further testing.
Key points
- Presley Gerber, son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, died at 9:45 a.m. on Sunday at Resolutions Living, a $7.7 million rehab facility in Santa Monica.
- Santa Monica police responded to a 9:35 a.m. dispatch reporting a cardiac arrest and overdose; authorities remained on scene for three hours.
- The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner performed an autopsy but deferred the cause and manner of death, citing the need for additional testing.
- Police are investigating the source of the drugs involved but have stated there is no current indication of foul play.
- Gerber had checked into the facility around 10 p.m. Saturday, just hours before his death, after a period of publicized mental health struggles.
Background
Presley Gerber, a model who worked with Calvin Klein and Moschino, had been open about his battles with addiction and mental health for over a decade. He previously discussed his struggles on podcasts and social media, including a 2023 interview where he aimed to help others through his 'Mental Health Mondays' initiative. His sister, Kaia Gerber, recently spoke about his impact on the family in Vogue. This incident follows earlier reports of his death at a rehab facility, with the family requesting privacy.
How outlets are covering it
The Los Angeles Times and CNN report the death as a suspected overdose at a luxury rehab facility, with the medical examiner deferring the cause. Page Six provides details from 911 dispatch audio, confirming a cardiac arrest and overdose report, and notes that authorities were on scene for three hours. All sources agree there is no indication of foul play, though the LA Times notes police are tracking the drug source. CNN highlights his modeling career and mental health advocacy, while Page Six emphasizes his recent self-check-in due to personal struggles.
Why it matters
The death of a high-profile model's son in a rehab facility highlights ongoing issues with addiction, mental health, and the safety of outpatient treatment facilities. It also underscores the public scrutiny and privacy challenges faced by celebrity families in times of crisis.
What to watch
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner is expected to release a final cause of death after additional testing, which may take several months. Police will continue to investigate the source of the drugs involved in the suspected overdose.
- Police search for possible source of drugs in death of Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford’s son Los Angeles Times
- Cindy Crawford’s son, model Presley Gerber, dies at 27 CNN
- Presley Gerber's ex Charlotte D'Alessio shares emotional tribute Yahoo
- Presley Gerber, Only Son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, Dies at 27 People.com
- Presley Gerber’s 911 dispatch audio reveals new details about his death at 27 Page Six
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