In brief
Famed model Cindy Crawford expressed “beyond heartbroken” after the death of her son Presley Gerber, who was 27. A black‑and‑white photo of Presley appeared alongside a brief message praising his kindness. Police are investigating the death as a suspected overdose, with the medical examiner’s case still pending. Presley had broken into the catwalk at age 16 with Moschino and was active on social media, sharing “Mental Health Mondays.” The family’s tribute also revealed how deeply they miss him, even from the distance of a rehab facility. The story is a stark reminder of mental‑health challenges and the importance of community support.
Cindy Crawford shared a heart‑breaking post on Instagram after her son Presley Gerber died. The model wrote, “He is a sweet, beautiful soul…now and forever.” She added that the family is beyond heartbroken and felt proud of how he showed up in the world.
Presley, who was 27, died at a rehab facility in California on 20 September. Police say the death is being investigated as a suspected overdose. The medical examiner’s records are still pending.
Presley had followed in his mother’s footsteps, debuting on the runway for Moschino at 16. He was also active on Instagram, posting “Mental Health Mondays” videos about his own struggles with mental health and drug use.
In an accompanying tribute, his sister Kaia shared a video of the siblings dancing as kids and a handwritten letter that recalled their bond over their first earrings. Kaia lamented not being able to reach him and highlighted how they loved him from afar.
The family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love from friends, fans and strangers alike, hoping “til we meet again our sweet boy.” The story is a reminder of the harsh reality of addiction and the need for mental‑health awareness.
