Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton is receiving medical care after deputies responded to his Florida home following a livestreamed incident of self-harm.
Key facts
- •Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s deputies were dispatched to Hilton’s home after reports of a livestreamed act of self-harm.
- •TikTok stated that a moderator error delayed the removal of the video, which violated the platform's Community Guidelines.
- •Hilton previously spent 21 days in the hospital earlier this year for life-threatening health issues.
- •The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline provides confidential support 24/7 for those experiencing suicidal thoughts.
- •Suicide-related deaths were four times higher among males than females in the United States in 2024.
Blogger Perez Hilton, 48, is under medical care after reportedly engaging in self-harm during a livestream broadcast on TikTok. Deputies from the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s office responded to Hilton’s Florida home after receiving reports of the broadcast. TikTok removed the video after a moderator error delayed its initial removal, and the platform confirmed it alerted law enforcement regarding the incident.
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Family Statement and Background
Hilton’s family confirmed he is receiving medical care and expressed gratitude for the support received. Hilton, whose legal name is Mario Lavandeira, is a single father of three children. In a June 28 YouTube video, Hilton discussed feeling overwhelmed following his family's move to Miami three years ago. Earlier this year, he spent 21 days in the hospital for health issues.
Expert Perspective on Mental Health
Dr. Christine Yu Moutier, chief medical officer at the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, stated that individuals feeling overwhelmed may experience 'thought constriction,' which can reduce coping strategies and focus on suicide as a solution. She noted that social media platforms can amplify risks for those with existing vulnerabilities. Moutier emphasized that platforms have a responsibility to limit graphic content and promote help-seeking resources.
National Suicide Data
According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, there were more than 48,000 suicide-related deaths in the United States in 2024, representing a 1% decrease from 2023. The organization reported 2.2 million suicide attempts in 2024, marking an increase from the previous year. Suicide remains the second leading cause of death for individuals aged 15 to 34.
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This article was independently rewritten by ManyPress editorial AI from reporting originally published by Healthline.
