Presley Gerber, the model and only son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, died on Sunday, September 20, 2026. He was 27.
A representative for the family confirmed his death. In a statement, the family said: “The family is asking for privacy during this very difficult and painful time.”
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Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records list his death as occurring at a rehabilitation facility. No cause of death has been determined, and an autopsy has not yet been completed.
A career that started on the runway at 16
Born in California in 1999, Presley grew up alongside his younger sister, Kaia Gerber, in one of fashion’s most recognizable families.
Like Kaia, he entered modeling young. He signed with IMG Models and made his runway debut at Moschino’s Resort 2017 show in Los Angeles, aged 16. He went on to walk for Calvin Klein and appear in major campaigns.
His most widely seen moment came in 2018, when he joined his mother in a Super Bowl commercial for Pepsi that recreated her famous 1992 ad. Crawford said at the time that she spent the shoot as a proud mom watching from the sidelines.
Speaking openly about his mental health
In recent years, Presley spoke publicly about his mental health and recovery, including in a video he posted in December 2025 and later removed. He said he wanted people watching to know they were not alone.
His mother responded publicly at the time: “Presley we love you and you are not alone.”
In July, Crawford marked his 27th birthday on social media, writing that she was proud of the man he had become. Earlier this month, Kaia spoke about her brother in her Vogue September cover story.
The family was photographed together as recently as May 20, 2026, at a launch event for Kaia’s RE/DONE collection in Los Angeles.
Tributes have begun to appear from people who worked with him, including photographer Collier Schorr, who photographed both siblings.
Who was Presley Gerber?
An American model and the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber. Born in 1999, he signed with IMG Models, made his runway debut for Moschino at 16, and walked for Calvin Klein. His younger sister is model Kaia Gerber.
How did Presley Gerber die?
No cause of death has been determined. Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records show he died on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at a rehabilitation facility. An autopsy has not yet been completed. His family has asked for privacy.
How old was Presley Gerber?
- He turned 27 in July 2026.
How many children does Cindy Crawford have?
Two, both with her husband Rande Gerber: Presley, who died on September 20, 2026, and daughter Kaia Gerber, a model and actress.
Who are Presley Gerber’s parents?
Supermodel Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber, a businessman and co-founder of Casamigos tequila alongside George Clooney. Crawford and Gerber married in 1998.
What did Presley Gerber’s face tattoo say?
In 2020 he got a tattoo beneath his right eye reading “Misunderstood.” He said publicly at the time that it was a deliberate choice he was comfortable with.
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