Watch: Perez Hilton Hospitalized After Appearing to Self-Harm During Livestream
Content warning: This story discusses self-harm.
Perez Hilton is being supported by his loved ones during his hospitalization.
One day after the blogger appeared to engage in self-harm during a TikTok livestream, his family released a statement addressing public concerns over Hilton, sharing, that they “are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers.”
“We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family’s focus right now is on his well-being,” an Aug. 5 statement posted on Hilton’s website read. “We kindly ask that you respect Perez’s privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time.”
Hilton’s family, which includes his three young children, continued in the message, “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.”
Police were dispatched to Hilton’s Miami home on the night of Aug. 4 after he went on a livestream—which has since been deleted—appeared to be covered in blood while holding what seemed to be a knife.
“The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls regarding an individual who was livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media,” authorities told E! News. “Deputies quickly located the individual’s residence, where they spoke with family members on scene, and confirmed he was alone inside.”
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Police said they eventually were able to make contact with the person, later confirmed to be Hilton, noting that they had “been safely recovered and transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention.”
The media personality’s rep subsequently made public plea to respect the 48-year-old’s privacy.
“Our focus remains on Perez’s health, recovery and the privacy of both him and his family during this incredibly difficult time,” Hilton’s agent Dante Rusciolelli told Us Weekly Aug. 5. “We respectfully ask that everyone continue to honor his privacy while he receives the care he needs.”
If you or someone you know needs help, call 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline. You can also call the network, previously known as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline, at 800-273-8255, text HOME to 741741 or visit SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for additional resources.
