The family of Presley Gerber released their first public statements on Sunday following his death in September. Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber, and Kaia Gerber shared a joint message on social media expressing their grief and describing Presley as a "sweet, beautiful soul."
Presley Gerber died on Sept. 20 at the age of 27 while at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica. According to his family, he was known for being open about his struggles with mental health and addiction on social media platforms.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner’s website indicates that the official cause of death remains deferred. However, the Santa Monica Police Department stated that the death is being investigated as a suspected overdose.
In their joint statement, Crawford and Rande Gerber said they were "beyond heartbroken" and expressed gratitude for the "outpouring of love and support" received from the public. Kaia Gerber, an actor and model, shared an individual tribute recounting her childhood with her brother and the difficulty of navigating his absence.
For the public and those following the family, this marks the end of a period of private mourning following the Sept. 20 incident. The case highlights the ongoing role of law enforcement and medical examiners in investigating deaths that occur within private health facilities. The specific findings of the Santa Monica police regarding the suspected overdose have not yet been confirmed by a final autopsy report.
The next steps in this matter depend on the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, who will eventually update the status from "deferred" to a specific cause once testing is complete. No specific date for the release of the final report was provided in the source. The family has not announced any further public appearances or legal actions related to the facility where the death occurred.