Statement From Perez Hilton’s Family

Our family cannot express enough our continued gratitude for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers we have received during this incredibly difficult time.

The events of the past several days have been nearly unbearable for our family.

Just minutes before the public livestream incident, Perez’s children, niece, and sister were inside the home. When it became clear that Perez was experiencing a severe mental health crisis and harming himself, they immediately fled to protect the children from witnessing any further trauma.

Our highest priority right now is helping the children begin to heal from what they experienced. An important part of that process is allowing them to safely return home and begin rebuilding a sense of security and normalcy.

For the children’s safety, privacy, and well-being, we respectfully ask members of the media, paparazzi, content creators, and the public to leave the area surrounding the family’s home and not return. Please allow his children the privacy and space they need during this unimaginably difficult time.

We will continue to provide updates on Perez’s condition through PerezHilton.com when we have additional information we are able to share.

Again, thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued prayers.

For resources on mental health, visit https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help.