The family of Perez Hilton has reported that his children, niece, and sister left his residence when he began causing harm to himself. The incident unfolded when the former Celebrity Big Brother contestant, aged 48, alarmed viewers by wielding a knife during a TikTok live stream. Concerned citizens made multiple emergency calls prompting police intervention. Videos from the live stream, which the Mirror has chosen not to display, depicted Perez with blood on him.
Perez, a single parent to Mario, 13, Mia, 11, and Mayte, 8, received overwhelming support from the public following the distressing episode. His family disclosed that his children, niece, and sister vacated the premises to shield them from witnessing further distressing scenes.
In an official statement on the blogger’s website, the family expressed gratitude for the outpouring of love and prayers during the challenging period. They detailed the harrowing moments when Perez’s close relatives left the house upon realizing his mental health crisis and self-harm, aiming to safeguard the children from additional trauma.
The primary focus now is aiding the children in recovering from the ordeal, ensuring a safe return home for them to restore a sense of security and normalcy. The family appealed for privacy and respect from the media and the public to allow the children space to heal.
Authorities were alerted to the situation but chose not to confront Perez immediately. Crisis intervention methods were employed to de-escalate the situation, with Mental Health Professionals providing assistance to the family.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s office emphasized the importance of de-escalation in such mental health crises to prevent harm and promote communication. They highlighted the need to prioritize safety and reduce the risk of harm to all involved.
For support during challenging times, Samaritans are available round-the-clock at 116 123 or on samaritans.org. The family requested privacy for the children and pledged to update on Perez’s well-being as more information becomes available.