Supermodel Cindy Crawford and her husband, businessman Rande Gerber, have made their first public appearance nearly a month after the tragic death of their 27-year-old son, Presley Gerber. The couple was photographed holding hands during a walk in Malibu on October 10, marking a quiet return to public life following weeks of mourning.
According to reports from Page Six and TMZ, Crawford, 60, and Gerber, 64, kept low profiles during the outing. Photographers captured the couple wearing coordinated white tops, baseball caps, and sneakers, with Crawford dressed in black yoga pants and Gerber wearing black athletic shorts. The appearance comes nearly four weeks after their son passed away on September 20 at a rehabilitation facility in Santa Monica, California.
Details Surrounding Presley Gerber’s Passing
Presley Gerber died at a luxury rehab facility following what authorities are investigating as a suspected drug overdose. Emergency services arrived at the location following a 9:35 a.m. dispatch call for a cardiac arrest, and he was pronounced dead at the scene shortly before 9:45 a.m.
While the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner completed an autopsy following his passing, the official cause of death has temporarily been listed as deferred pending further toxicology and investigation results. Santa Monica Police Department officials confirmed that there was no initial indication of foul play.
In the wake of the tragedy, a family representative released a brief statement requesting privacy for the family-which includes Crawford, Gerber, and their 25-year-old daughter, model Kaia Gerber-as they navigate the devastating loss.
A Long Struggle With Addiction and Mental Health
Presley’s death followed a multi-year public battle with substance abuse, panic attacks, and mental health challenges. Earlier in the year, he documented his journey seeking alternative treatments, including a high-dose ibogaine program at a clinic in Mexico designed to help curb severe withdrawal symptoms and reset neurological patterns.
Despite trying various recovery methods and openly sharing his vulnerability online to help others facing similar battles, Presley candidly discussed the difficulties he faced navigating multiple medications and psychiatric care. His openness earned praise from his parents and sister, who frequently voiced their unwavering support and pride in his courage to confront his struggles head-on.
As the family continues to grieve, their recent outing in Malibu represents a small, quiet step forward amidst an intensely difficult period of healing.
