Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died at the age of 27 while staying at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica, California.
Details surrounding his death have emerged in the days since his passing, but the official cause of death has not yet been determined. Reports have described a suspected overdose as part of the investigation, while his death certificate reportedly lists the cause as pending investigation.
That means the circumstances of his death remain unresolved.
Where Did Presley Gerber Die?
According to the information previously supplied, Presley died on September 20 while staying at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica.
Reports have referred to the location as a rehabilitation or treatment facility. However, the available material does not establish the name of the facility, its ownership, its services, or whether it should specifically be described as an “ultra-luxury sober living home.”
Those details should be independently confirmed before being included in a published report.
What Does Presley Gerber’s Death Certificate Say?
Presley’s death certificate reportedly confirms that he was cremated.
It also states that the cause of death remains pending investigation. Although earlier reports identified a suspected overdose as a possible explanation being examined by authorities, that should not be presented as the confirmed cause of death.
The distinction is important while the investigation remains ongoing.
Presley Had Previously Spoken About Substance Abuse
Presley had spoken publicly about his struggles with substance abuse, depression and mental health.
He stepped back from parts of his modeling career during the late 2010s while dealing with those issues. In a 2023 appearance on the Studio 22 Podcast, he also discussed his hope that his experiences could help other people facing similar difficulties.
“That’s what I really want to do — help people get out of whether you’re depressed [or] struggling with something that’s having a negative effect on your body,” he said.
He added that he wanted others to learn from his mistakes rather than repeat them.
A Young Modeling Career
Presley followed his mother and sister Kaia Gerber into modeling.
He signed with IMG at 15 and later worked with brands including Tommy Hilfiger and Dolce & Gabbana.
His career brought him into the fashion industry at a young age, although he subsequently stepped back from runway work while focusing on personal struggles.
His Family Asked for Privacy
Following Presley’s death, a representative for the Crawford-Gerber family asked the public to respect their privacy.
The family includes Cindy Crawford, Rande Gerber and actress-model Kaia Gerber.
The reported death has since received widespread media attention, but the family’s request underscores the private nature of the bereavement.
Charlotte D’Alessio Pays Tribute
Presley’s former girlfriend Charlotte D’Alessio also shared a tribute following his death.
The pair reportedly dated from around 2018 to 2020. D’Alessio posted throwback images and videos of their time together on Instagram Stories.
“Shared a pure love with you & for that I thank & honor your life,” she wrote.
“You deserved more time. You deserved more life,” she added.
In another message, she wrote, “Love u Pres. Up there, down here. Don’t ever doubt that. We all love you so much. I hope you can feel it.”
What Remains Unknown
Several important details about Presley’s death remain unresolved.
The available reporting does not establish the exact circumstances leading to his death, and the official cause remains pending investigation. It also does not provide sufficiently sourced information about the specific rehabilitation facility, its accommodations or the nature of the treatment Presley was receiving there.
Until authorities make a final determination, reports of a suspected overdose should remain described as an investigative possibility rather than a confirmed cause.
Presley Gerber’s death has brought renewed attention to his modeling career and his previous public comments about mental health and substance abuse. For now, however, the exact circumstances of his death remain under investigation.