Perez Hilton‘s family has disclosed that his children were present inside their home just minutes before a deeply concerning livestream incident took place involving the celebrity gossip blogger. In a statement released on Hilton’s website on Thursday, his family expressed the emotional turmoil they’ve experienced in light of recent events.
Statement from Hilton’s Family
The family wrote, “The events of the past several days have been nearly unbearable for our family. Just minutes before the public livestream incident, Perez’s children, niece, and sister were inside the home. When it became clear that Perez was experiencing a severe mental health crisis and harming himself, they immediately fled to protect the children from witnessing any further trauma.”
They further emphasized their commitment to the well-being of his children, stating, “Our highest priority right now is helping the children begin to heal from what they experienced. An important part of that process is allowing them to safely return home and begin rebuilding a sense of security and normalcy.” The family is requesting that the media, paparazzi, content creators, and the public respect their privacy during this difficult time, saying, “Please allow his children the privacy and space they need during this unimaginably difficult time.”
Details of the Incident
Perez Hilton is a single father to three children—his 13-year-old son, 11-year-old daughter, and 8-year-old daughter, all born via gestational surrogacy. On the night of August 4, the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls regarding an individual livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media. Graphic clips from Hilton’s livestream circulated on social media, showing him covered in blood and using an object to harm himself.
Upon arrival, deputies found that Hilton was home alone and decided to “tactically disengage while continuing to monitor the situation” initially, as reported by The Hollywood Reporter. Ultimately, deputies confirmed that Hilton was “safely recovered” and transported to a local hospital for medical attention.
Aftermath and Online Presence
Following the distressing incident, Hilton’s social media account has reportedly been removed from TikTok, according to a spokesperson for the platform. His rise to fame came in the early 2000s with PerezHilton.com, a controversial celebrity gossip blog known for its rapid-fire posts and unfiltered commentary.
The following day after the incident, Hilton’s team and family emphasized their focus on his recovery in a statement posted on his website. They stated, “Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers. We kindly ask that you respect Perez’s privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time. If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can. Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support.”
