Cindy Crawford family releases statement on son Presley Gerber’s death

The family’s Instagram post expresses grief and thanks supporters while the death remains under investigation as a suspected overdose.

By Felo News Desk · Published Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:16:39 GMT

Cindy Crawford, her husband Rande Gerber and daughter Kaia Gerber posted a joint tribute on Instagram on Sunday, a month after Presley Gerber died on Sept. 20, 2026.

What happened

Presley Gerber, 27, was found dead at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica on Sept. 20, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. Santa Monica police have described the death as a suspected overdose. The family did not comment publicly until the Sunday Instagram post, which included a black‑and‑white photograph of Presley.

What the reports add

The Independent noted that the Instagram caption was co‑signed by all three family members and quoted the full text of their tribute. CBS News reproduced the same statement and added that Presley’s death was reported as a suspected overdose by Santa Monica police and that he had been open about his struggles with addiction and mental health on social media.

What was said

In the joint post, the family wrote: “We are beyond heartbroken to lose our beloved son and brother. We feel so blessed to have had Presley in our lives for 27 years… He is a sweet, beautiful soul who loved and is loved, now and forever.” The statement continued, “We are so proud of how he showed up in the world, with kindness and vulnerability. We are grateful for the outpouring of love and support from so many who know and love our family and even strangers who feel our pain. Till we meet again our sweet boy. We love you forever, Mom, Dad and Kaia.” Both outlets attribute the wording to the family’s Instagram post.

How it came about

Presley’s death was first reported by Felo News on Sept. 21, noting the medical examiner’s confirmation and the family’s request for privacy. Subsequent Felo coverage on Sept. 22 and Sept. 28 described the family’s first public appearance after the death and their indecision about a memorial, respectively. The latest joint statement follows weeks of limited public comment and adds the family’s expressed gratitude for support.

Key facts

Presley Gerber died on Sept. 20, 2026, at a Santa Monica rehab facility. (cbsnews.com)
The death is being investigated as a suspected overdose. (cbsnews.com)
Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber and Kaia Gerber posted a joint Instagram tribute on Sunday. (independent.co.uk)