Model Presley Gerber, 27, died Sunday at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica, with police investigating the death as a possible overdose.
Key facts
- •Presley Gerber was 27 years old at the time of his death.
- •Police responded to a report of a possible overdose at a Santa Monica rehabilitation facility on September 20, 2026.
- •The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner has deferred the official cause of death pending further testing.
- •Gerber was a professional model who worked with brands including Calvin Klein, Moschino, and Dolce & Gabbana.
- •The family has issued a statement requesting privacy.
Presley Gerber, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, died on Sunday at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica. The Santa Monica Police Department stated that officers responded to a report of a possible overdose on the 1000 block of Berkeley Street at approximately 9:35 a.m. on September 20, 2026. Detectives are currently investigating the death as a suspected overdose, though police noted there is no current indication of foul play.
Investigation and Medical Status
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner has confirmed the identity of the deceased. According to the medical examiner's office, an autopsy has been performed, but the official cause and manner of death remain deferred pending the results of additional testing.
Career and Personal Background
Gerber, the older brother of model and actor Kaia Gerber, began his modeling career as a teenager, signing with IMG Models at age 15. He appeared in campaigns for brands including Calvin Klein and walked runways for designers such as Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana, and Burberry. In 2018, he appeared in a Super Bowl commercial for Pepsi alongside his mother. Throughout his life, Gerber was public about his struggles with mental health and substance abuse. In 2019, he was arrested and charged with driving under the influence, resulting in a sentence of three years' probation, a DUI program, and community service. A representative for the family has requested privacy during this time.
Timeline
- 2018Presley Gerber appeared in a Super Bowl advertisement for Pepsi with his mother, Cindy Crawford.
- 2019Gerber was arrested and charged with driving under the influence.
- September 20, 2026Police responded to a report of a possible overdose at a rehabilitation facility where Gerber was found deceased.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Hollywood Reporter, Deadline.
