Perez Hilton is receiving medical care after going live on TikTok while engaging in self-harm.
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The online personality is under medical supervision, with crisis response teams assisting his family after the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office responded to his Florida home.
On Wednesday, August 5, Perez’s team shared an update on his website.
“Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers,” the statement began.
“We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family’s focus right now is on his well-being.”
The statement also asked for privacy for Perez and 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,” the statement concluded.
Perez’s three children are reportedly safe and were not present at the time of the incident.
If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. In the U.S. and Canada, you can call or text 988 to reach the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
