Perez Hilton taken to hospital after livestreaming acts of self-harm, officials say - CBS News
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton was hospitalized after livestreaming acts of self-harm on TikTok. The platform faced criticism for a delay in removing the video, which was eventually taken down by moderators.
Why it matters
The incident raises significant questions regarding the efficacy of automated content moderation systems on social media platforms during mental health crises.
Celebrity gossip journalist Perez Hilton was taken to a hospital in Miami on Tuesday night after livestreaming "acts of self-harm" on social media, police said.The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said it received multiple calls about the incident and responded to the scene. Deputies spoke to family members and learned Hilton was alone inside the home. In the TikTok livestream, which has since been taken down, Hilton appears to be bloodied and in a distressed mental state.
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