Before his death at 27, Presley Gerber hoped that speaking candidly about his mental health could make someone else feel less alone.
The son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber died on Sunday, Sept. 20, PEOPLE reported. Further details surrounding his death have not been publicly released.
Gerber had discussed his struggles with depression and anxiety in recent years, using his platform to encourage more honest conversations about mental health.
In a February 2023 interview, the model explained that he hoped sharing his experiences could help “one person or a hundred people,” according to E! News.
“That’s all I want to do with this,” he said at the time.
Gerber returned to that mission in an emotional Instagram video posted on Dec. 1, 2025.
“I feel like honesty is the best policy,” he said in the since-deleted video, according to People.
Gerber spoke openly about experiencing severe panic attacks, depression and uncertainty over his treatment. He also shared some of the steps he was taking to improve his well-being, including exercising, avoiding alcohol and seeking a supportive community.
Despite his own uncertainty, Gerber said he hoped the video would “reach people in many ways.”
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“So you feel like you’re not alone, because that is how I feel most of the time,” he explained. “I have a feeling that if I say all of this, a lot of people will at least know that there’s someone else going through it.”
Gerber was the older brother of model and actress Kaia Gerber. He followed his mother and sister into fashion, working with brands including Calvin Klein, Dolce & Gabbana and Moschino.
His comments now stand as a poignant reflection of what he hoped his openness could accomplish: reaching people who were struggling and reminding them that they weren’t alone.
If you or someone you know needs mental health support, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
