Perez Hilton hospitalized after livestream self‑harm
The 48‑year‑old celebrity blogger, whose real name is Mario Lavandeira, has been admitted to a hospital in Miami after a TikTok livestream showed him engaging in acts of self‑harm. Emergency services responded to reports of a dangerous situation at his home, and the sheriff’s office confirmed that the man was alone when the livestream was aired.
According to a statement released on Hilton’s website, he suffered significant blood loss and will undergo surgery in the coming days. The family reports that he is in a "serious but stable" condition and that his recovery will be a long process. Hilton is being held under Florida’s Baker Act, which provides services for individuals experiencing a mental‑health crisis.
TikTok’s moderation team identified the livestream within minutes and notified law‑enforcement authorities. The platform removed several subsequent streams within 90 seconds and banned the account. The incident has drawn extensive media attention and raised concerns about online safety measures.
The pseudonym Jeff Perez Hilton references Paris Hilton, his namesake, and the blog he launched in 2005 that once attracted millions of daily hits. In recent years, the blogger has expressed regret over his earlier harsh commentary on celebrities such as Miley Cyrus and Lady Gaga. He has also appeared on reality TV shows, including Celebrity Rap Superstar and Celebrity Big Brother.
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