Mental Health

Perez Hilton is doing better and can now speak ... after a disturbing live stream where he appeared to be covered in blood.

The blogger's family issued a statement Wednesday, saying that they can "confirm that Perez is able to communicate, which has given our family hope."

They also thanked everyone who reached out with "prayers, kind messages, and support for Perez," adding, “Your compassionate humanity during this profoundly heartbreaking time has meant more than words can express.”

Perez Hilton's longtime podcast is in limbo while he receives medical care following his alarming live stream ... with his cohost saying no decision has been made about the show's future.

Chris Booker addressed the status of their iHeart podcast and Patreon content Wednesday, explaining their entire focus is currently on Perez's health.

Chris says he hopes to continue both shows with his longtime friend when the timing is appropriate, but for now, everything remains uncertain.

Perez Hilton's undergoing a psychiatric evaluation in the hospital after his alarming behavior on a live stream ... and while he's long gone from the Miami-area home where this all went down, the property is still flooded with police.

Photos taken outside Perez's house Wednesday show several uniformed officers standing near yellow police tape ... guarding the area after Tuesday night's concerning incident.

Law enforcement sources tell us officers are outside Perez’s home to assist his family and keep the media at bay.

Perez Hilton's team and family are speaking out after his alarming TikTok Live and subsequent hospitalization ... confirming he's receiving medical care and asking everyone to give him space.

In a statement posted to Perez's website Wednesday, his team and family say ... "Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers."

The statement continues ... "We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family’s focus right now is on his well-being."

Perez Hilton's move from Las Vegas to Miami was meant to put his family first, but TMZ has learned the major life change took an emotional toll on him before his alarming live stream and hospitalization.

Sources with direct knowledge tell TMZ ... Perez moved primarily for his older mom Teresita, who has family in Miami and wasn't happy living in Vegas.

We're told Perez began prioritizing family after his near-death experience in March, which required a 21-day hospital stay.

Our sources say he prayed about the decision and believed moving to Miami would make his mom happy.

8/5/2026 8:20 AM PT -- Perez Hilton's alarming live stream led first responders to rush to his home Tuesday night ... and the dispatch audio captures how quickly they worked to try and help the star.

8/5/2026 6:44 AM PT -- Law enforcement sources tell TMZ ... the victim last night was indeed Perez Hilton. He's undergoing a psych evaluation at the hospital.

8/4/2026 8:53 PM PST -- The Miami-Dade PIO tells TMZ ... The individual has been safely recovered and transported by Miami-Dade Fire Rescue to a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office Crisis Response Unit and Licensed Mental Health Professionals are also on scene providing support and resources to the individual’s family.

8/4/2026 8:00 PM PT -- Golden Artists Entertainment Co-CEOs Dante Rusciolelli and Rebekah Kochan tell TMZ ... We are aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton.

At this time, we have not been able to make direct contact with him, despite our ongoing efforts to reach him. Our primary concern is Perez's health and well-being, as well as the well-being of his family. Until we have confirmed information, we will not speculate or comment further.

We appreciate everyone's concern and ask that his privacy be respected during this time.

Perez Hilton was at the center of a police response in Miami-Dade after authorities received reports he was livestreaming alarming behavior, TMZ has learned.

Alarming video from Perez’s TikTok Live appeared to show him bloodied and visibly distressed.

A spokesperson for the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office tells TMZ ... deputies received multiple calls about the live stream and quickly located his residence.

Perez Hilton was called by his legal name and asked to exit his home after cops showed up at his Florida home due to multiple calls about alarming behavior on a live stream.

Footage taken by one of Perez's neighbors is circulating online ... and the video shows Miami-Dade Sheriff's deputies in his driveway ... telling him to come outside.

Deputies issue commands over a bullhorn ... "Mario, it's the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office, please step out of the house." Perez's real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr.

Perez Hilton's alarming live stream led first responders to rush to his home Tuesday night ... and the dispatch audio captures how quickly they worked to try and help the star.

First responders leapt into action ... calling for units to rush to the home -- and coordinating amongst themselves to optimize their response.

At one point, someone asks if a gate near the scene could be opened to make sure rescue personnel aren't delayed by a lock.

Perez Hilton gave no indication he was distressed in the weeks leading up to alarming behavior on a live stream that prompted a police response ... his most recent social media posts were positive -- and religious.

The gossip mogul shared a pair of clips to Instagram last month ... telling followers about some Bible passages he was reading.

Perez posted back on July 22 about a Bible passage that really struck him ... flashing a grin while reciting a few lines that were all about work.

He even makes a Rihanna comparison ... telling fans the Bible says to "Work, Work, Work, Work, Work" like her song -- except it put the suggestions out there hundreds of years before.

Ariana Grande is clarifying the reason behind her upcoming break ... saying the decision was made long ago and wasn't an impulsive reaction to recent headlines.

The singer addressed fans Monday night during her "Eternal Sunshine Tour" stop at Chicago's United Center, explaining she wanted to speak directly because stories that don't come from her can sometimes get blown out of proportion.

Ariana said she had quietly planned the break well before it was announced and made the decision from a thoughtful and empowered place.

She also clarified that while ongoing public scrutiny played a role in her need to set boundaries and step back, the negativity has not ruined the touring experience for her.

Ariana Grande is reportedly stepping away from the spotlight ... as concern and commentary surrounding her appearance reaches a fever pitch.

The singer plans to "take a step back from visibility" after wrapping her "Eternal Sunshine Tour" in London on September 1, her rep tells PEOPLE ... blaming the "endless, ongoing public scrutiny" surrounding her public appearances.

The news comes after Jameela Jamil sounded the alarm Saturday over Ariana's appearance in her newly released "Petal" music video ... claiming the pop star is "possibly dying right in front of us."

Emily Willis' family has reached a massive settlement with the Malibu rehab facility where she suffered catastrophic brain damage ... but TMZ has learned she's slowly recovering.

Emily's mother, Yesenia Cooper, tells TMZ ... Emily is not verbal but can communicate with her eyes and by shaking her head -- she understands about 80% of what is going on.

However, her mom tells us she is improving, getting better day by day, and still fighting to live the best life possible.

NHL legend Claude Lemieux was kicked out of his home after confessing he had relapsed into sex addiction ... setting off a chain of events his son later recounted to police.

TMZ Sports has obtained body cam footage from the night Claude died by suicide ... showing his son, Brendan Lemieux, explain to cops his father had been sober for 12 years before his mother discovered that was no longer the case.

Brendan tells officers his mother confronted Claude after the family noticed changes in his behavior over the previous year. He says things had recently spiraled, with his father lashing out at times.

Emily Willis' family has reached a $3 Million settlement with the Malibu rehab facility where the former adult film star suffered catastrophic brain damage and was left permanently disabled.

Willis' mom and legal guardian, Yesenia Cooper, sued Malibu Lighthouse Treatment in 2024, claiming the facility failed to properly care for Emily while she was being treated for ketamine addiction at Summit Malibu earlier that year.

According to court docs, Emily is expected to receive approximately $1.25 Million after attorneys' fees and liens, while her mom will continue serving as her conservator. The defendants denied wrongdoing and did not admit liability.

Former NFL guard Jordan Devey -- who played for the New England Patriots when they won the Super Bowl in 2014 -- has died by suicide, his family announced.

His wife, Linsey Devey, announced his death on social media Friday -- saying it would have been their 15th wedding anniversary -- and linked to a GoFundMe which said he took his own life.

Jordan and Linsey share four children who Linsey said have his "eyes, freckles, and compassion." She added, "You were our hero and our hearts ache in your absence. We love you. We miss you. And as you said in your last words to me, 'we’ll talk soon.'"

That's a wrap for Kirsten Storms on "General Hospital" ... because she's been written off the show amid a turbulent time in her personal life.

Fans learned in Thursday's episode of the soap opera that Kirsten's character, Maxie Jones, will be moving to Australia just months after she came out of a coma.

Kirsten's character being written off follows her announcement last month, when she said she wasn't coming back to the daytime drama amid personal drama with her ex-husband.