Perez Hilton hospitalized after livestreaming acts of self-harm, officials say

Celebrity gossip journalist Perez Hilton, real name Mario Lavandeira, was hospitalized on Tuesday after livestreaming self-harm acts on social media, according to officials. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office received multiple calls about the incident and responded to the scene, finding Hilton alone at his home. The TikTok livestream, which has since been removed, showed Hilton appearing bloodied and in a distressed mental state.

Hilton was taken to a local hospital for medical attention, and his family confirmed he is able to communicate, providing hope. The family emphasized their focus on his well-being and requested respect during this difficult time. Hilton, 48, rose to fame in the 2000s with his controversial celebrity blog, often criticizing those celebrities he disliked.

TikTok stated that the video was flagged by its automated moderation system but remained up for about 15 minutes due to a moderator error, which was promptly rectified by the company. Law enforcement was alerted immediately, and Hilton's account was subsequently banned. For those in emotional distress or suicidal crisis, assistance can be reached through the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.