Presley Gerber died at the age of 27 on 20 September at a rehabilitation facility in California. Police officials are currently investigating the death as a suspected overdose.
The Santa Monica Police Department stated there is no evidence of foul play involved in the incident. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner has listed the case as pending further investigation.
Cindy Crawford expressed she is "beyond heartbroken" and described her son as a "sweet, beautiful soul who loved and is loved, now and forever." Crawford added, "We are so proud of how he showed up in the world, with kindness and vulnerability," and noted the family feels blessed to have had him for 27 years.
The mother stated, "We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from so many who know and love our family and even strangers who feel our pain." Kaia Gerber shared her grief, saying, "you went first," and recalled holding an earring taken from his body, thinking, "That belongs to you."
Gerber's sister said, "I am learning how to love you when I cannot see you," and questioned how to be a sister in a world where she cannot reach him. The late model began his career at 16 with a catwalk debut for the Italian label Moschino.
Gerber was known for his transparency regarding drug use and mental health challenges, often posting "Mental Health Mondays" videos on Instagram. His father, Rande Gerber, co-founded the Casamigos tequila brand alongside George Clooney.
