Presley Gerber, Cindy Crawford's son, dies aged 27
Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, has passed away at a rehab facility. The family has requested privacy while mourning the loss of the model, who had previously spoken openly about his struggles with mental health and addiction.
Why it matters
The death highlights the ongoing public health crisis regarding addiction and mental health, even among high-profile families.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Presley Gerber became a model like his mother and sister
Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, has died at the age of 27.
Gerber, a model, passed away at a rehab facility on Sunday, according to records filed by the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The cause of death was not listed.
Allie Jenkins, a representative for Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber, told the BBC's US news partner CBS: "The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time."
Gerber had been a model like his mother and younger sister Kaia, making his runway debut for Italian label Moschino aged just 16.
He went on to model for brands including Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Bottega Veneta.
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