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Cindy Crawford's son passes away at age 27

Cindy Crawford's son passes away at age 27

Cindy Crawford's 27-year-old son has passed away in a rehabilitation clinic, according to a statement from his family. He had previously struggled publicly with mental health issues and a long-term drug addiction.

The family of American model Cindy Crawford has confirmed the death of her 27-year-old son, Gerber, who passed away while in a rehabilitation clinic. A representative for the family requested privacy during this challenging time, and an autopsy is currently pending to determine the cause of death. Gerber had previously pursued a career in modeling, following in the footsteps of his parents and his sister, Kaia.

In recent years, Gerber faced several public challenges, including a 2019 conviction for driving under the influence which resulted in a three-year probationary sentence. By 2023, he openly discussed his struggles with mental health issues and a long-term battle with drug addiction. His sister, Kaia, recently shared insights into the difficulties of his addiction in an interview with Vogue magazine last September. The family remains in mourning following the tragic loss.

Based on reporting by nu. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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