Jared Padalecki Apologizes for Post Supporting Perez Hilton: ‘I Had Absolutely No Idea About His Past’
Actor Jared Padalecki has apologized for a social media post supporting celebrity blogger Perez Hilton after learning about Hilton's history. Hilton is currently hospitalized in serious condition following a mental health crisis that involved self-harm.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the complexities of public figures navigating social media support during sensitive mental health crises involving controversial individuals.
Jared Padalecki attends the red carpet premiere of "Hollywood Grit" at The Grove on Aug. 21, 2025 in LA | Perez Hilton arrives at BOA Steakhouse grand opening at Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian Las Vegas on Nov. 8, 2025 in Las Vegas, Nev. Warning: This story contains details of self-harm.
Jared Padalecki has deleted and apologized for his social media post showing support for Perez Hilton, saying that he "didn't know ANYTHING about the extent" of the controversial celebrity blogger's activities.
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