Cindy Crawford Breaks Her Silence After Son Presley Gerber’s Death at 27

Supermodel Cindy Crawford has publicly addressed the death of her son, Presley Gerber, who died at the age of 27 on September 20, 2026.

On October 18, Crawford shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram alongside her husband, businessman Rande Gerber, and their daughter, model and actress Kaia Gerber. The family expressed their profound grief and remembered Presley for his kindness and vulnerability. <Cite refs={["turn396519news16","turn396519news18"]}/>

In their message, the family described Presley as a “sweet, beautiful soul” and said they felt fortunate to have had him in their lives. They also thanked friends, loved ones and members of the public for the support they had received during their loss.

Who was Presley Gerber?Presley was the eldest child of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber and the older brother of Kaia Gerber. He pursued a modelling career, working with major fashion brands, and had spoken publicly about his struggles with mental health and substance use. <Cite refs={["turn396519search1","turn396519search3"]}/>

What is known about his death?Presley died at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica, California. Police said the death was being investigated as a suspected overdose, with no indication of foul play. As of the latest reports, the official cause and manner of death had not been determined. <Cite refs={["turn396519search0","turn396519search3"]}/>

The family’s tribute has drawn attention to their grief and to the importance of compassion for people experiencing mental health and substance-use challenges.

📰 Sources & Further Reading

The Independent: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/fashion/cindy-crawford-presley-gerber-death-breaks-silence-b3068851.htmlPEOPLE: https://people.com/cindy-crawford-breaks-her-silence-on-son-presley-gerber-death-emotional-post-12131343The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2026/sep/21/presley-gerber-son-of-cindy-crawford-dead-aged-27Source & Attribution Disclaimer: This content is intended for news reporting and public awareness. Original reporting, photographs, footage and other materials remain the property of their respective owners. We do not claim ownership of third-party materials, and this summary does not necessarily represent our views or endorsements.

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