#SHOWBIZ: Tragic loss: Cindy Crawford's model son Presley Gerber dies at 27

Cindy Crawford's son, Presley Gerber, has died at the age of 27, according to records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The modelling industry was left in shock following the confirmation of his untimely demise. Gerber, who was a former model, passed away on Sunday at a rehabilitation facility, though the official cause of death remains undetermined as an autopsy is pending.

Gerber's passing was confirmed by a family representative in a brief statement to The Hollywood Reporter. The statement expressed the family's need for privacy during this difficult and painful time. Presley was not only survived by his parents, businessman Rande Gerber and supermodel Cindy Crawford, but also his younger sister, 25-year-old model and actress Kaia Gerber.

Like his mother, Presley had launched his modelling career as a teenager, alongside his sister Kaia. He began his modelling journey at the tender age of 15, signing with IMG Models. His career took off from there, with notable runway debuts for fashion houses such as Moschino in Los Angeles, Dolce & Gabbana in Milan, and even campaigns for Calvin Klein.

Despite his success in the industry, Presley faced several public struggles in recent years, including a 2019 arrest for driving under the influence, which led to three years of probation, community service, and a mandatory DUI programme. He was open about his ongoing battle with depression and mental health challenges.

In 2020, Presley made headlines for getting a facial tattoo reading "MISUNDERSTOOD," a statement he later appeared to have removed. His life and career have been marked by both success and adversity, leaving fans and the fashion industry mourning the loss of a young talent.