Cindy Crawford and Kaia Gerger Share Tributes After Son Presley Gerber's Death

Supermodel Cindy Crawford posted a tribute on Instagram on Sunday following the death of her 27-year-old son, Presley Gerber. She described him as a "sweet, beautiful soul" and expressed gratitude for the support the family has received, adding that she and her husband, Rande Gerber, and daughter Kaia will remember him forever. Crawford also shared a black-and-white photograph of Presley and thanked photographer Sebastian Faena for the image.

Kaia Gerber, Presley's younger sister, also wrote a lengthy Instagram message. She said she struggled to find words for her grief and reflected on the deep bond they shared, calling him her "best buddy" and "great protector."

Presley Gerber, the eldest child of Crawford and Gerber, died on September 20 at a rehabilitation facility, according to the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner. The official cause of death has not been released. The model began his career at age 15 with IMG Models and worked with brands such as Moschino, Dolce & Gabbana and Calvin Klein. Prior to his death, he had spoken publicly about his mental-health challenges, including depression and substance-abuse issues.