Clooney Addresses the Loss
George Clooney has opened up about the passing of Presley Gerber, the child of his close friends Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber. Speaking with Entertainment Tonight, the 65-year-old actor addressed the family's sorrow. He stated that he did not believe they were in any state to discuss it, calling it among the most shattering events to befall their family. He went on to say that for the Gerbers, it represents the most terrible thing that could possibly happen to any family.[S1][S2][S3][S4][S5][S6]
Details of Presley Gerber's Death
Records from the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner indicate that Presley Gerber passed away on September 20 at a rehabilitation center in Santa Monica. He was 27 years old at the time of his death. Reports state that he had entered the Resolutions Living facility one day earlier, on September 19.[S1]
Clooney's Bond with the Gerber Family
Clooney shared a long friendship with the Gerber family and, alongside Rande Gerber, helped establish Casamigos Tequila. The Gerber kids reportedly called him Uncle George. After Presley's death, Clooney and his wife Amal were observed pulling up to Kaia Gerber's Los Angeles residence. Sources told The Daily Mail that Clooney had a close bond with Presley and stayed in regular contact. One source described how Clooney would talk with Presley for hours, calling him the kindest person and someone who would go to any lengths for Rande's family. The source noted that particularly following Presley's 2018 DUI, Clooney would caution him against such behavior, telling him it was unwise and urging caution. Lately, Clooney sent supportive messages like I am here for you and similar sentiments.[S1]
Presley's Own Words Before His Death
In the months leading up to his death, Presley posted on Instagram about his plans to receive an ibogaine flood dose, a psychedelic therapy, at a wellness center in Cancún, Mexico. In his caption, he confessed to being deeply frightened, noting that surrendering control was difficult, yet he felt something greater was steering him. He expressed that he understood his reasons for being there, confronted what he had been avoiding, and in the process began reconnecting with himself. He also voiced his hope that this would be the final time he required treatment.[S1]
