The death of Presley Gerber at just 27 has left his family and fans mourning, with a heartfelt message from his mother, Cindy Crawford, resurfacing only two months after she shared it for his birthday. Presley, the only son of Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on September 20, 2026, at a rehabilitation facility, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. An official cause of death has not yet been established, and an autopsy remains pending. Born July 2, 1999, Presley grew up in the spotlight alongside his younger sister, Kaia Gerber, as the children of one of the world’s most recognizable supermodels. He later followed his mother into fashion, beginning his modeling career as a teenager and appearing on runways and in campaigns for major brands. His adult years also included difficult periods. Presley was arrested on suspicion of DUI in January 2019 and was later sentenced to three years of probation, along with a required DUI program and two days of community service. In more recent years, he spoke publicly about his struggles with mental health, depression, substance abuse, and recovery, including in a 2025 Instagram video in which he discussed the challenges he had experienced.

Just two months before his death, Crawford marked her son’s 27th birthday with an emotional Instagram tribute featuring two throwback photographs of the mother and son. One showed a young Presley resting on her chest while they relaxed on a beach, while another captured the pair wearing colorful sunglasses. Alongside the memories, Crawford expressed how proud she was of the man her son had become while acknowledging that, to her, he would always remain her little boy. The post has taken on new significance following Presley’s death, although his family has asked for privacy during what they described as an extremely painful period. Throughout his life, Presley remained closely connected to his famous family, and his mother continued to publicly celebrate him even as he navigated personal difficulties. His story included both a successful early modeling career and openly discussed struggles that he hoped might help others feel less isolated. Now, Crawford’s birthday tribute stands as one of her final public messages about her son before his unexpected death at 27.