Perez Hilton's children left home minutes before mental health crisis, family says

Perez Hilton's children were removed from his Miami home minutes before the influencer experienced a public mental health crisis on August 4, his family has revealed. The children, along with Hilton's sister and niece, were present in the house shortly before he began a live stream that caused concern.

Upon realizing the severity of Hilton's mental health episode, the adults made the decision to leave the residence with the minors to shield them from the distressing situation. "Minutes before the incident transmitted publicly, the children, Perez's niece and sister were inside the house. When it became clear that Perez was experiencing a severe mental health crisis, they left immediately to protect the children from further exposure to the situation," the family stated in a release.

Hilton, known for his celebrity gossip commentary, is father to Mario, 13, Mia, 11, and Mayte, 8. The family recently relocated to Miami to be closer to his mother. Following the incident, his relatives emphasized their commitment to helping the children regain stability and security. They also requested that media outlets respect their privacy and avoid congregating near the residence as they manage the aftermath and support the children.

Authorities responded to reports of a concerning situation at Hilton's home during his live stream. The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office confirmed he was taken to a medical facility under Florida's Baker Act, which allows for involuntary mental health evaluation. The office stated deputies spoke with family members who confirmed Hilton was alone when emergency services arrived. The following day, his family reported he could communicate with medical staff and loved ones, an encouraging sign while he remained under professional care. Hilton's TikTok account was suspended after the broadcast.