Paris Hilton honors Presley Gerber after his death at 27

Paris Hilton has paid tribute to her friend Presley Gerber, who passed away at the age of 27. Hilton described Gerber as a "beautiful soul" in a post on her Instagram Stories, expressing her heartbreak and disbelief over his death. She shared a throwback photo of the two together and reflected on their long friendship. "I cared about you so much and I’m going to miss you more than words can say," Hilton wrote. Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, had attended various high-profile events with Hilton, including her 39th birthday in February 2020 and the premiere of her memoir in January 2026. Hilton reminisced about their shared memories and expressed her condolences to Gerber's family. Gerber had struggled with addiction issues and died at a rehabilitation facility, with an autopsy pending. He had previously made headlines for his battles with substance abuse, including a DUI arrest at age 19 and a near-fatal fentanyl overdose in 2024. His sister, Kaia, recently spoke about their family's experiences with addiction, emphasizing the importance of open discussions about such issues.