Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of American supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, has died. According to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, Gerber passed away on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at a rehabilitation facility. The cause of his death has not been disclosed, and an autopsy is still pending. Gerber was the only son of Crawford and Rande Gerber and the elder brother of model and actress Kaia Gerber.

Presley Gerber followed in his mother's footsteps in the modelling industry. Born in Beverly Hills, California, in 1999, he signed with IMG Models at 15 and began gaining recognition after appearing in runway shows and campaigns for major fashion brands. He made his runway debut for Moschino in Los Angeles in 2016 and later worked with brands including Calvin Klein and Dolce & Gabbana. Gerber also appeared alongside his sister, Kaia, in fashion campaigns.

Beyond modelling, Presley Gerber became increasingly open about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse. He used his social media platforms to discuss his experiences and launched a series called “Mental Health Mondays”, encouraging conversations about mental health and recovery. In previous interviews, Gerber spoke about his experiences with depression and mental health challenges, saying he hoped sharing his story could help others facing similar difficulties.

Presley Gerber's sister, Kaia, recently spoke about his struggles in an interview with Vogue, describing their impact on the family and praising her brother for being open about his experiences. The family has asked for privacy during this difficult period, with Allie Jenkins, a representative of the Gerber family, requesting that the public respect their wishes.

Presley Gerber is survived by his parents, Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, and his sister, Kaia Gerber. The family is yet to make a public statement on the funeral arrangements. The news of Gerber's death has sent shockwaves through the modelling and entertainment industries, with many paying tribute to him on social media.

Gerber's death has highlighted the importance of mental health awareness and the need for open conversations about mental health challenges. His legacy is expected to live on through his work in the modelling industry and his advocacy for mental health awareness.

The Gerber family's representative has confirmed that Presley Gerber died on September 20, 2026, and that the family is grieving during this difficult period. Key points:

Key points

  • Presley Gerber died at 27 at a rehabilitation facility
  • Gerber was open about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse
  • He is survived by his parents, Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, and his sister, Kaia Gerber

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