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Published 09:00 05 Aug 2026 GMT
Perez Hilton hospitalized after harming himself on TikTok livestream
Perez Hilton has reportedly been taken to hospital in Miami, Florida, after authorities responded to concerns that he had been livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media.
A spokesperson for the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office told NBC News that deputies had been called to the home of the former celebrity blogger following reports of an individual "who was livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media."
Authorities confirm an individual has been taken to hospital
While the sheriff's office did not identify Hilton by name, the statement was issued in response to questions about the media personality.
A subsequent update from the department confirmed that the individual had been "safely recovered" before being transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a nearby hospital for medical treatment.
According to the statement, deputies spoke with family at the property, who confirmed the individual had been alone inside the home.
A TikTok livestream that circulated online on Tuesday allegedly showed Hilton with blood visible on his body and cuts to his arms and torso while appearing to draw a knife across himself. The video has since been removed from the platform.
Dante Rusciolelli and Rebekah Kochan, co-heads of management company Golden Artists Entertainment, which represents Hilton, said they were aware of the footage.
"We are aware of the concerning content circulating online," they said in a statement.
"At this time, we have not been able to make direct contact with him, despite our ongoing efforts to reach him."
They added: "Our primary concern is Perez's health and well-being, as well as the well-being of his family."
Hilton's career
Hilton, whose real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr, rose to prominence in the early 2000s through his celebrity gossip website, PerezHilton.com, which launched in 2004 and became one of the internet's most recognizable entertainment news platforms.
Throughout his career, Hilton has also attracted controversy. He faced criticism for publicly outing LGBTQ celebrities before they had spoken about their sexuality themselves, was accused of stalking by Lady Gaga in 2013, and was previously sued over recordings involving Britney Spears.
He also sparked backlash while serving as a judge at the 2009 Miss America pageant after making derogatory remarks about a contestant who opposed same-sex marriage.
If you or someone you know is having thoughts of self-harm or suicide, seeking support from a trusted person or a qualified mental health professional can make a difference. If you believe someone is in immediate danger, contact your local emergency services right away.
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