Perez Hilton's Family Breaks Silence With Major Health Update

Perez Hilton's family just broke their silence with a new update on his condition — and it's a lot to take in.

Let's walk through exactly what they said, what's confirmed, and what his family is asking from the public right now.

Over the weekend, Hilton's family posted a statement directly to his official website, confirming that he remains hospitalized and that his condition is, in their words, "serious but stable."

According to the family, he experienced significant blood loss and sustained injuries that will require surgery in the coming days. They were direct about what's ahead too, saying his treatment and recovery will be a long process.

There was also a small piece of good news in the statement — the family said they were grateful Hilton had recently been able to spend time with his mother and sister.

The family's statement also confirmed that Hilton remains hospitalized under Florida's Baker Act.

For anyone unfamiliar, that's a state law that allows family members, doctors, or law enforcement to arrange emergency mental health care and a temporary hold for someone when there's serious concern for their safety. It's a legal process built specifically around getting someone urgent psychiatric and medical support.

The family said his communication right now is extremely limited, and confined only to immediate family, medical providers, and others directly involved in his care. They were clear that he has not spoken with media or issued any public statements himself.

Alongside the health update, Hilton's family used the statement to push back on what they called false and inaccurate reports circulating in the media, saying that any official updates will only come through his official website going forward.

They also made a direct, pointed request — asking members of the media to leave the family's home and the surrounding area alone, to stop following family members, and specifically to stop photographing Hilton's children. They also asked photo agencies not to purchase, publish, or distribute any images of the kids.

That's a request worth respecting, and it's part of why we're keeping this update focused strictly on what the family has chosen to share publicly.

For anyone who needs the context, Perez Hilton, whose real name is Mario Lavandeira, built one of the most recognizable names in celebrity blogging in the 2000s, becoming known for his commentary and coverage of the entertainment industry.

Over the years, he expanded well beyond blogging — appearing in television shows, popping up in music videos, publishing books, and hosting a podcast. He's 48 years old and has three children.

It's worth remembering that behind any public persona built over two decades, there's a real person and a real family going through something incredibly difficult right now.

So that's where things stand — Hilton remains hospitalized, facing surgery and a long recovery ahead, with his family asking for privacy as he goes through it.

We'll share updates if and when his family chooses to release them. If this story affected you, we're sending our thoughts to Hilton and his family during a tough time.

And if you or someone you know is struggling, the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 — you can call or text 988 in the US anytime.

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