Speaking Out: Presley Gerber’s Public Struggle with Mental Health

Presley Gerber was a model and the son of Cindy Crawford. He was 27 years old when he died in September 2026. He died at a rehabilitation facility, and police were investigating his death as a suspected overdose. Over several years he had been open about depression, anxiety and substance use on social media. He started a series called Mental Health Mondays and posted video discussions about treatment options and setbacks.

He wrote about trying psychedelic-assisted therapy and traveling to Mexico for treatment, where he planned to take ibogaine. His sister Kaia spoke in Vogue about a decade-long struggle with drug addiction and said she was proud of his openness. Although many people offered support, the family asked for privacy after his death. Since his public posts were widely shared, they have prompted conversations about addiction and mental health. Therefore, his decision to speak honestly has encouraged some people to seek help, while it also raised questions about online privacy and treatment safety. An autopsy was performed, and further testing was needed before officials could give a cause of death. Media and health advocates have used his posts to discuss safer treatment options and support for people in recovery.