Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at a Los Angeles rehabilitation centre.
The 27-year-old model was staying at the facility to undergo treatment for mental health and addiction issues prior to his passing.
The Los Angeles County medical examiner confirmed the death, which was subsequently reported by international news outlets including TMZ. Speaking through a representative, the Crawford family requested privacy and respect as they grieve their loss.
Autopsy status and official cause of death
According to reports from TMZ, the county coroner has not yet completed the official autopsy on Gerber. Consequently, authorities have not determined the exact cause of death.
His death in Los Angeles follows a prolonged struggle with personal health challenges that led him into specialized recovery programs.
Career in fashion and runway modeling
Gerber was born in Beverly Hills, California, in 1999 and began his career in the fashion industry as a teenager. At the age of 15, he signed a modeling contract with IMG Models, an international model management agency.
He soon established himself on the runway, modeling for major luxury fashion brands including Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana, and Calvin Klein. Although his career showed significant early promise, personal episodes later drew him away from professional stability.
Legal trouble and rehabilitation history
In January 2019, law enforcement officers arrested Gerber in California for driving under the influence of alcohol.
Later that year, a court sentenced him to three years of probation. The judicial order required him to complete a formal driver education program for alcohol offences and perform two days of community service.
The legal incident marked the beginning of a series of stays in rehabilitation facilities, where Gerber sought treatment to address his ongoing substance use issues.
Public statements on mental health
Gerber spoke openly in interviews about his difficulties with addiction and mental health. In 2020, he attracted media attention after having the word misunderstood tattooed on his face.
He explained that the facial tattoo reflected his personal internal struggle. Although he later had the tattoo removed, observers noted that the gesture underscored the emotional burden he carried.
His younger sister, model Kaia Gerber, spoke publicly in August 2026 about supporting her brother through his treatment process. She stated that when a family experiences a challenge of that nature, it puts everyone on the same level. She has remained silent since the news of his death was confirmed.
Background of the Gerber family
Gerber was the only son of Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber, who married in 1998. Crawford achieved global fame as one of the defining supermodels of the 1990s, appearing on hundreds of magazine covers and leading major international fashion campaigns.
Rande Gerber is a prominent businessman and nightlife entrepreneur who co-founded the Casamigos tequila brand alongside actor George Clooney. Presley Gerber was their eldest child and only son, leaving a profound loss for one of the entertainment industry's most widely covered families.
