Perez Hilton is currently receiving medical treatment following an incident of self-harm that occurred during a social media livestream, according to a statement released by his family and representatives. The celebrity blogger’s loved ones emphasized their commitment to his recovery, stating that their primary concern at this time centers on his health and well-being.
The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office responded to multiple emergency calls on the evening of August 4th regarding someone broadcasting acts of self-harm on TikTok. Officers located Hilton at his residence and transported him safely to a nearby hospital. TikTok’s safety team identified the problematic content shortly after the broadcast began and promptly notified local authorities. The livestream remained active for less than 15 minutes before being disabled, and the platform subsequently terminated Hilton’s account for violating its community standards regarding violent and disturbing content.
Hilton’s family has requested privacy during this challenging period and indicated they will share additional information when appropriate. Neither law enforcement nor Hilton’s team has released further specifics about the circumstances surrounding the incident. The statement underscores the family’s request for respect for both Perez’s privacy and that of his relatives as he receives necessary care.
Originally reported by Rollingstone →
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