As investigators work to piece together what happened in his final hours, a revealing detail about the support system surrounding him has come into focus. And it raises a question that could become increasingly important as more of the timeline is clarified.
Presley Gerber reportedly had a key figure in his life in the months before his death — a person who would even travel with him. But exactly where that person was during Presley’s final hours remains unclear. And given what authorities are now investigating, the person’s role carries particular significance.
According to reports published after his death, the 27-year-old son of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber had been struggling in the weeks beforehand — yet people close to him said he was actively trying to change course.
The 27-year-old model had reportedly been struggling in the weeks before his death, with a source saying he “felt like he was lacking purpose in his life.” Despite those difficulties, the source said he badly wanted to overcome his addictions. | Source: Getty Images
Presley Gerber Reportedly Sought Help in His Final Days
A source told that Presley had seemed “a little off” in recent weeks and that something about him appeared different. According to the source, Presley “felt like he was lacking purpose in his life,” “hadn’t really found his place,” and “didn’t really know where he wanted to go and what he wanted to do.”
The insider claimed further, “He was struggling with a lot of things, but he wanted so, so badly to be free of his addictions.” “He was such a good kid.” The source added that Presley went into treatment because he recognized that he needed assistance.
“He went in because he knew he needed help. He had not been doing well. He’s always suffered from a huge lack of self-esteem and had trouble accepting his real self and feeling fully confident in who he was as a person,” the insider claimed.
He reportedly checked into the Santa Monica treatment residence on Saturday night, only hours before authorities were called the following morning. Sources later claimed he did not appear sober when he arrived while seeking help for substance-abuse issues. | Source: Getty Images
