Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, has died while in a rehabilitation facility, his family has confirmed. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner placed his time of death on Sunday (US time).
Family confirms death and requests privacy
A representative for Crawford, Gerber and their daughter Kaia Gerber confirmed the death and said the family were seeking privacy during a painful time. The announcement follows years in which Presley had publicly struggled with addiction and mental health issues.
“The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time.”
Public struggles and past incidents
Presley’s difficulties with substance dependence had been visible in several public episodes. At the age of 19 he was arrested in Beverly Hills on an allegation of driving under the influence and was subsequently sentenced to probation, community service and participation in a DUI programme.
In 2025 he posted an Instagram Reel detailing the medications he was taking as part of efforts to manage pain and opioid dependence—a disclosure that underlined the severity of his medical issues and the toll they had taken on him and his family.
“When something like that happens in a family, it kind of levels everyone,”
In comments to Vogue this August, Kaia Gerber reflected on how her brother’s drug use and mental health affected the family. She described her own adjustments within the family dynamic and the emotional strain of coping with a sibling in need.
Context and wider implications
The death brings into sharper focus the intersection of celebrity, addiction and mental health. High-profile families often face intense media scrutiny while privately navigating difficult medical and legal situations. Public discussions about substance dependence and mental health have increased in recent years, but experts say stigma and barriers to consistent long-term care continue to hamper outcomes.
Presley Gerber’s case — with court-ordered programmes, public disclosures of medication and ongoing treatment — illustrates both the medical complexity and the social pressures that can accompany recovery attempts for young adults in the public eye.
Key timeline
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Age at death | 27 |
| DUI arrest | Arrest in Beverly Hills at age 19; sentenced to probation, community service and a DUI programme |
| Public disclosure | Posted an Instagram Reel in 2025 sharing medications for pain and opioid dependence |
| Time of death | Recorded by Los Angeles County Medical Examiner on Sunday (US time) |
Support and privacy
Grieving families often ask for privacy after such losses to manage funeral arrangements and to mourn away from intense public attention. The family’s representative reiterated that request following the confirmation from the medical examiner.
For readers affected by issues of substance misuse or mental health, national helplines and local health services offer support. If you or someone you know is struggling, contacting a GP, local mental health services or a drug and alcohol support organisation is advisable.
- Confirmed: Presley Gerber has died while in a rehab facility; time of death recorded by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner.
- Age: 27.
- Family: Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber and sister Kaia Gerber; family asks for privacy.
The family’s request for privacy will likely be respected while further official details, including any formal findings from the medical examiner, are awaited. As the public response unfolds, the case is expected to prompt renewed conversation about addiction, treatment access and how best to support families in crisis.
