An autopsy on model Presley Gerber, the son of supermodel Cindy Crawford, has been completed following his death at a Los Angeles rehabilitation center.
The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner announced the completion of the examination, but stated that the official cause and manner of death could not be determined immediately and remain pending further investigation.
Gerber, 27, was declared dead by responding paramedics at 09:45 local time on September 20, 2026. Authorities confirmed that the Santa Monica Police Department is the primary agency conducting the investigation into the fatality.
According to a statement issued by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner, an assistant medical examiner conducted the post-mortem examination. However, officials requested additional tests and medical studies before any final conclusion can be rendered.
The medical examiner noted that because the death investigation remains active, the department is unable to disclose which specific tests or studies were ordered. Officials added that cases marked as pending determination frequently require several months to determine the exact cause of death.
Medical Examiner Investigation in Santa Monica
The investigation is being managed by law enforcement officers in Santa Monica, a coastal city in western Los Angeles County, California. The Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner serves as the regional coroner authority responsible for investigating sudden, unobserved, or unexplained deaths across the county.
The medical examiner's office confirmed that paramedics were dispatched to the rehabilitation facility in Los Angeles over the weekend, where Gerber was pronounced dead at the scene at 09:45 local time on September 20, 2026.
Modeling Career and Pepsi Commercial
Gerber pursued a career in the fashion industry after following his mother into modeling during his teenage years. He signed with IMG Models, one of the world's prominent international model management agencies representing top global talent.
He made his runway debut at the age of 16 during a Moschino fashion showcase held in Los Angeles. Throughout his professional career, Gerber walked the runway for several leading international luxury fashion brands, including Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, and Moschino.
In 2018, Gerber earned widespread public attention when he co-starred with his mother in a high-profile Pepsi commercial aired during the Super Bowl. The advertisement paid direct homage to the iconic 1992 Pepsi commercial that made Crawford a global pop culture figure. The Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the National Football League and stands among the most watched television broadcasts in the United States.
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Mental Health Advocacy and Charitable Work
In addition to his modeling work, Gerber used his public platform to advocate for mental health awareness. Appearing on the Studio 22 podcast in 2023, he discussed using his public presence to encourage conversations around mental health, calling the topic a very important part of his life.
He launched his own outreach initiative, titled Mental Health Mondays, to promote discussions on psychological well-being. Gerber also collaborated with non-governmental organizations, including A Sense of Home, a Los Angeles charity focused on providing housing and support to people experiencing homelessness.
Last December, Gerber posted a video on Instagram where he spoke openly about his medication regimen. In the video, he mentioned taking prescribed medications, including antidepressants and Xanax for panic attacks. Xanax is a medication commonly prescribed to manage anxiety and panic disorders.
The Santa Monica Police Department continues its inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Gerber's death, while the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner awaits the outcome of the requested testing.
