Presley Gerber, the American model and the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, has died at 27. Los Angeles County Medical Examiner records show he died Sunday, September 20, 2026, at a rehab facility. Gerber had a modeling career that started in his mid-teens. In his final years he was equally known for speaking publicly about depression and addiction. Here is what is confirmed about his life, his work and the news that has followed.
What Was Presley Gerber’s Real Name?
He was born Presley Walker Gerber.
How Old Was Presley Gerber?
He was born on July 2, 1999, and was 27 when he died. He would have turned 27 in July 2026.
Where Was Presley Gerber From?
He was American and grew up in Los Angeles. His exact birthplace is reported two ways: Beverly Hills in some references and Brentwood, Los Angeles in others, so it is safest to say Los Angeles.
Early Life and Family
He was the elder of two children of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber. The couple married in 1998, and his sister Kaia was born on September 3, 2001. Kaia is also a model and actress. Presley graduated from Malibu High School in 2017.
Fashion was the family trade, but he and his sister have said their mother did not push them into it. In a joint interview on Today in May 2025, Kaia said Crawford had never lived through their careers, and Presley agreed.
How Did Presley Gerber Start His Career?
He signed with IMG Models at 15. His first high-profile editorial work came in 2015 with a CR Fashion Book shoot photographed by Bruce Weber, where he posed alongside Kaia. A Calvin Klein campaign followed in 2016.
Career Highlights
- Runway debut: He made his debut on June 10, 2016, at Moschino’s Los Angeles resort show, at age 16.
- Runway and campaign work: He walked for Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega Veneta, Tommy Hilfiger and Ralph Lauren, and worked on campaigns for Celine and Omega.
- Pepsi, 2018: At 18, he appeared alongside his mother in an ad recreating her 1992 Super Bowl Pepsi commercial. It was his most visible mainstream credit, and it leaned directly on his family history.
He was also interested in photography and shared his own work on Instagram. He had no film or television credits, and he did not have a business venture that is documented in reliable sources.
Mental Health Advocacy
Gerber became as recognizable for candor as for modeling. He posted often about depression and addiction and started a “Mental Health Mondays” series on his Instagram account. He discussed his struggles on a 2023 podcast and said he hoped his openness would help others. In June 2026, he took part in a mental health event in Malibu.
His sister described his openness with admiration in a Vogue cover story this summer. She said their parents had long been private, and that he had taught the family that hiding something can leave a person feeling ashamed.
His Death and the Latest News
Status: confirmed by a family representative and by public records; cause not yet announced.
A statement on behalf of the family asked for privacy during a very difficult and painful time. The medical examiner had not listed a cause of death, and an autopsy was pending in the initial reports. No official cause has been given, and it would be wrong to guess. Tributes from friends and public figures have followed. Matchket will update this article when verified information is released.
Frequently Asked Questions About Presley Gerber
What was his full name? Presley Walker Gerber.
How old was he? 27. He was born July 2, 1999.
Who were his parents? Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber.
Did he have siblings? Yes, a younger sister, Kaia Gerber.
What was he known for? Modeling for major fashion brands and speaking openly about mental health.
How did he die? No cause has been confirmed. The Medical Examiner lists his location as a rehab facility, and an autopsy was pending in early reports.