An update has been shared on Perez Hilton after the former Celebrity Big Brother star was hospitalised following an alarming TikTok livestream. The social media personality left users concerned for his welfare, with police responding after "multiple" emergency calls.
Family statement confirms medical care
A statement on his website, titled "An Update From Perez Hilton Team & Family", read: "Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we 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."
The statement continued: "We kindly ask that you respect Perez’s privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time. 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."
Details of the incident
During the 30-minute livestream, which was broadcast before his account was suspended, Perez appeared covered in blood and brandishing a knife. The Mirror is choosing not to show clips of the broadcast. He also appeared to be naked, which violates TikTok's policy on nudity.
Hilton was transported to a local hospital for treatment. Local police were alerted via "multiple" calls but decided not to confront him immediately, instead using crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate the situation. Licensed mental health professionals stayed at the scene, providing support and resources to the family.
Official responses
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's office said: "In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritise de-escalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication. Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilising crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimise the risk of injury to the individual, deputies, and the public."
Perez's spokesperson told TMZ: "We are aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton. At this time, we have not been able to make direct contact with him, despite our ongoing efforts to reach him. Our primary concern is Perez's health and well-being, as well as his family's well-being. Until we have confirmed information, we will not speculate or comment further. We appreciate everyone's concern and ask that his privacy be respected during this time."
