Celebrity blogger and media personality Perez Hilton was rushed to a Miami-area hospital Tuesday after a disturbing livestream sparked widespread concern among viewers and prompted multiple emergency calls to authorities.
According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to Hilton’s home after receiving reports from viewers who said the 48-year-old appeared to be harming himself during a livestream. Authorities said they found Hilton alone at the residence and followed mental health crisis intervention procedures, prioritizing communication and de-escalation.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue later transported Hilton to a local hospital for medical evaluation and treatment. Officials confirmed that the Sheriff’s Office Crisis Response Unit and licensed mental health professionals also responded to provide support and resources to his family. Authorities have described the incident as a mental health crisis rather than a criminal investigation.
Hilton’s management released a statement expressing concern for his well-being, saying they had not yet been able to establish direct contact with him immediately following the incident. They asked the public to respect his privacy while he receives care.
The alarming incident comes just months after Hilton faced serious health challenges. Earlier this year, he spent several weeks hospitalized with severe sepsis and later underwent emergency surgery for a dangerous blood clot. Hilton had previously spoken publicly about how those health scares strengthened his faith and deepened his appreciation for life and his family.
Perez Hilton, born Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., rose to prominence in the 2000s as one of the internet’s most influential celebrity gossip bloggers. In recent years, he has continued producing digital content while raising his three children.
As of Wednesday, no additional details about Hilton’s medical condition have been released.
**If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or thoughts of self-harm, help is available. Contact your local emergency services or a mental health crisis service immediately. In the United States and Canada, you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline for free, confidential support 24 hours a day.
