Relatives of blogger Perez Hilton have confirmed that he is hospitalized and able to communicate again. The family thanked fans for their support and asked for privacy, as reported by infohub.kz.
The family and team of American blogger Perez Hilton, whose real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., released an official statement following his hospitalization. The 48-year-old showman suffered a mental health crisis and self-inflicted injuries during a TikTok live stream. Police from Miami-Dade County, who were alerted by viewers, took him to a local hospital.
In a statement on Hilton's website, his loved ones confirmed that he is receiving necessary medical care and is able to communicate again, giving the family hope. They expressed heartfelt gratitude to fans for their prayers, kind messages, and support during this difficult time.
The family noted that the situation remains extremely challenging and emotional, with limited information available. They asked the public to respect the family's privacy and promised to share updates as they are confirmed. Currently, the blogger's TikTok account has been suspended for violating platform rules.