‘We are beyond heartbroken’: Cindy Crawford and family grieve Presley in tributes a month after his death

Los Angeles, October 19 - Cindy Crawford and her husband Rande Gerber have openly expressed their profound sorrow over the passing of their son Presley, with their daughter Kaia lending a deeply personal message about losing their older brother. The family released tributes on Instagram, a month after Presley, 27, passed away at a Los Angeles County rehabilitation center.

In a joint message, Crawford and Gerber described Presley as a cherished son and sibling, expressing their overwhelming grief, "We are beyond heartbroken to lose our beloved son and brother." They continued, "We feel so blessed to have had Presley in our lives for 27 years." The couple, who signed the tribute alongside Kaia, thanked friends, family, and members of the public for the support they received, concluding with the phrase, "Til we meet again our sweet boy."

Kaia shared her own remembrance through photographs and videos, writing a heartfelt letter addressed to Presley as "Prez." She expressed the difficulty of articulating her loss, stating, "You know how much I loved being your sister. It has always been, and will forever be, my favourite thing about myself." Kaia remembered Presley as someone who taught her much about life, calling him "inherently good" and her "ultimate teacher."

She reflected on the everyday moments that would now be different, such as not being able to call him on her phone. "I am learning how to love you when I cannot see you," she wrote. "How to tell you something without picking up my phone to call you. How to be your sister in a world that I can't reach for you in. I don't know how to do that yet."

The letter concluded with Kaia recalling the love, laughter, and protection Presley had provided throughout their lives. "My best buddy, my great protector, the hardest I've ever laughed and the one true love of my life. You lit all of my candles and took all of my monsters away, and I love you," she wrote. The post was accompanied by the song "First I Was" by Jake Minch, which Kaia said was the last thing they discussed.

Among the many who offered support were actors Taylor Lautner and Patrick Schwarzenegger, singer Suki Waterhouse, and socialite Paris Hilton. Hilton described Presley as "truly one of a kind" and expressed her gratitude for having known him, adding that she would always remember him with love. Presley entered the modeling industry at 15, working with brands such as Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Bottega Veneta.

He had been open about his struggles with depression and substance abuse. Presley died on September 20 at a rehabilitation facility, with the cause of death remaining undisclosed.