Cindy Crawford paid tribute to her son Presley Gerber two months before his death: “So proud” By Bruna
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Model Presley Gerber died at age 27 in Los Angeles on September 20, two months after receiving tributes from his mother, model Cindy Crawford. The passing took place while the young man remained under continuous clinical supervision inside a specialized healthcare center.
Cindy Crawford, 60, shared a message on July 2 stating: ‘Happy birthday, I am so proud of the man you have become, but I will always see you as my little boy, love you.’
The social media upload featured an archival childhood portrait alongside an updated photograph of the mother and son together. These shared family images marked the celebratory anniversary occasion. The private family archive highlighted meaningful personal memories.
Presley Gerber died September 20.
An official joint statement released by the Gerber relatives stated: ‘The family asks for privacy during this painful and difficult time.’ Relatives requested complete personal privacy.
The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner confirmed that Presley Gerber was residing at an inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation center when he died inside the facility, as investigators continue formal scientific inquiries to establish the biological cause of death.
Cindy Crawford described her family adjustment process after her adult children moved out of the household. The model also shares daughter Kaia Gerber with her husband Rande Gerber.
Addressing that domestic transition, Crawford remarked: ‘When they become adults, you realize you need to step back, even if it is not how you would do it.’
Crawford noted: ‘When you marry, you discuss building a family or where to live, but nobody talks about the empty nest because it feels far away, yet it offers an opportunity to redefine our relationship.’ The couple maintains decades of marriage.
Crawford expressed genuine enthusiasm regarding the quiet routine with her husband and acknowledged her wish to welcome future grandchildren.
Crawford explained: ‘I am at an age where friends have grandchildren, and although my kids are not close to that, I hope to have that experience.’ She envisioned the eventual expansion of their family.
Presley Gerber previously discussed his personal journey managing mental health conditions and substance addiction during public appearances. His final public appearance occurred beside his parents at the Aviator Nation Dreamland venue in Malibu during the We Are ENOUGH event on June 11. During that gathering, he explained details about his sobriety process.
Presley Gerber noted: ‘The greatest sense of freedom arrived when I was finally honest with myself.’
