Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, passed away on Sunday, as confirmed by a family spokesperson. The Santa Monica Police Department is looking into Gerber’s death, which they suspect to be related to an overdose, as detailed in a statement. The release mentioned that there is currently no evidence of foul play involved.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner will determine the official cause and manner of death. Gerber, known as both a model and a mental health advocate, died at a rehab facility in Los Angeles, according to records from the L.A. County Medical Examiner. An examination was conducted by the medical examiner’s office on Monday, with the cause and manner of death deferred for further testing and studies before a determination can be made.
The ongoing investigation was confirmed by the medical examiner’s office in response to an inquiry from CBC News, noting the limited information available. The statement indicated that Gerber’s death occurred at 9:45 a.m. on September 20, as reported by paramedics, with the Santa Monica Police Department leading the investigation.
Allie Jenkins, a representative for Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber, verified the tragic news and appealed for privacy during this challenging time. Presley was the elder sibling of model and actress Kaia Gerber.
He was known for his work in the fashion industry, participating in campaigns and runway shows for renowned brands like Calvin Klein and Dolce & Gabbana. Notably, he appeared in Pepsi’s Super Bowl LII commercial alongside his mother in 2018.
Gerber had openly discussed his battles with mental health issues and substance abuse. In an Instagram post from last November, he initiated a series called “Mental Health Mondays” to encourage candid conversations about commonly concealed topics. Additionally, in a since-deleted Instagram video from December 2025, he disclosed his use of medications like buprenorphine, Xanax, and Valium to manage panic attacks, as reported by People magazine.
His sister Kaia Gerber shared insights into his struggles in an interview with Vogue magazine in August. She mentioned how such family experiences can profoundly impact everyone involved.
If you or someone you know is in need of support, there are resources available, such as Canada’s Suicide Crisis Helpline (988), provincial and territorial mental health support, Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868), and guides from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health on discussing suicide with loved ones.