Perez Hilton's family offers health update after disturbing TikTok
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is receiving medical care after a livestreamed video showed him in a mental health crisis. His family has requested privacy, and local authorities confirmed he was safely recovered following reports of self-harm.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the challenges of content moderation on social media platforms regarding self-harm and the importance of crisis intervention.
After a disturbing video was livestreamed on social media involving Perez Hilton on Tuesday, the celebrity blogger's family is offering a health update. "Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers," the statement issued via Hilton's online gossip site read. "We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family’s focus right now is on his well-being. We kindly ask that you respect Perez’s privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time." The family said that they would share updates with fans if and when they were able to. "Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support."
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