Perez Hilton's family says children left home before his self-harm livestream
Perez Hilton's relatives reported that his children, niece and sister left the house shortly before he streamed a self-harm incident, and that he is now receiving medical care.
Perez Hilton's family said his three children, niece and sister were inside the home minutes before the blogger began a livestream that appeared to show him harming himself. The family said they fled the residence to avoid further trauma after it became clear Hilton was injuring himself.
In a statement posted on Hilton's blog Thursday, the relatives asked the public to stay away from the area around the family's home and not return. They said the priority is helping the children recover and restoring a sense of security.
A spokesperson for the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office confirmed deputies responded to reports of a person livestreaming self-harm on social media Tuesday night. The individual was safely recovered, taken to a hospital by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue and is receiving medical attention. Hilton’s family later confirmed he is able to communicate, which they said gives them hope.
Hilton, 48, has been hospitalized twice in recent months for an ulcer, sepsis and deep-vein thrombosis. He has also spoken publicly about his recent religious beliefs. The family expressed gratitude for the support and prayers they have received during the incident.