Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber's son Presley Gerber tragically passed away on Sunday, September 20 at the age of 27.
The model reportedly died at a rehabilitation facility, with the family's representative sharing in a statement to HELLO!: "The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time."
© Getty ImageNo cause of death has been revealed at this time. However, Presley had been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health, especially in the years leading up to his untimely passing.
His family members showed him immense support as well. In particular, his younger sister Kaia Gerber, 25, spoke about how she viewed him as an inspiration just one month prior to his death.
"When something like that happens in a family, it kind of levels everyone," she explained to Vogue with regards to her brother's public struggles with addiction. "I think that's also why I started to self-identify as the easy one and never wanted to ask for help. Because it felt like too much to have two children who were needing."
The Bottoms star spoke passionately about how proud she was of her sibling. "My parents for most of our lives were very, very private and didn't share anything."
"And now we have this absolute teacher, my brother, who says, 'I'm gonna be very human for everyone.' There's only so much you can hide from the world. And trying to put a lid on something just makes the person feel like you're ashamed of them."
© Getty ImagesBack in March, Presley shared an Instagram video documenting his ibogaine treatment, which is branded as the "reset" medicine and is intended to ease withdrawal symptoms. "Pre Ibogaine Flood Dose – quiet moment before everything changed," he captioned his post.
"I was absolutely terrified, and I knew I would be again if I ever had to face something like this (helps to not go into the situations you do that get ya there but that's life sometimes.) My mantras were love yourself and lis gotta be the last time for this reason."
© Getty Images"Letting go of control didn't come easy, but I trusted there was something bigger than me guiding it," he continued. "I knew why i was there. I faced what I had been running from, and somewhere in all of it, i started finding my way back to myself …. We shall see…"
Presley concluded: "Praying it's the last time I have to come back. Next time I'd like to choose. And absolutely can't forget the incredible caring kind and on their [expletive] team. Helps a lot haha. And I made some dope ass friends there."
© Getty ImagesIf you or someone you know is struggling with mental health challenges, emotional distress or just needs someone to talk to, support is available. In the US, you can call or text 988, or visit 988lifeline.org for free, confidential help 24/7.
