Perez Hilton hospitalized in serious but stable condition after severe blood loss

Perez Hilton, 48, is being treated in a Florida hospital under the state's Baker Act and is described as being in a serious but stable condition after experiencing significant blood loss and other injuries that will require surgery in the coming days. The family’s statement, posted on his website on Aug. 8, said his recovery will be a lengthy process and that his communication has been limited to immediate relatives, medical staff and others directly involved in his care.

According to the update, Hilton was able to spend time with his mother and sister on Friday, and his family previously noted that he was able to communicate while receiving treatment, which gave them hope. The incident began on Aug. 4 after the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office received multiple calls about a man livestreaming self-harm. Officials said Hilton was safely recovered and taken to a local hospital for medical attention.

An unverified video that circulated online appeared to show Hilton nude, covered in what looked like blood and holding a sharp object. The family warned that false and inaccurate reports are circulating and asked that only statements posted on PerezHilton.com be considered official.

Hilton’s family requested privacy for him and for those affected by the incident. His three children, niece and sister were reported to be safe and under the care of immediate family members.

The hospitalization follows a previous serious health episode in March, when Hilton was treated for an ulcer, perforation and sepsis and underwent laparoscopic surgery. He later returned to Miami with his mother and children. Hilton, born Mario Lavandeira Jr., gained fame with his celebrity gossip website launched in 2004.