5 hours ago
Jared Padalecki deleted a public message supporting Perez Hilton during his hospitalization after saying he had been unaware of the extent of the celebrity blogger's controversial history.
The Supernatural actor initially reached out to Hilton on August 8 after the blogger was hospitalized following a disturbing TikTok livestream in which he appeared to harm himself. Padalecki encouraged him to accept support and told him that difficult periods can pass.
A day later, Padalecki removed the message after commenters directed his attention to Hilton's past celebrity coverage. "I didn't know," the actor wrote in his initial response. "It's been brought to my attention. I'm sorry."
Padalecki later explained that he knew Hilton had been a sensationalist tabloid personality and had heard that the blogger had written unkind things about him, but said he had never researched Hilton or understood the broader criticism surrounding his work.
Padalecki expanded on the deletion in a follow-up message reported by Entertainment Weekly. "I had ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA about his past," he wrote.
#hilton #actor #attention
The Supernatural actor initially reached out to Hilton on August 8 after the blogger was hospitalized following a disturbing TikTok livestream in which he appeared to harm himself. Padalecki encouraged him to accept support and told him that difficult periods can pass.
A day later, Padalecki removed the message after commenters directed his attention to Hilton's past celebrity coverage. "I didn't know," the actor wrote in his initial response. "It's been brought to my attention. I'm sorry."
Padalecki later explained that he knew Hilton had been a sensationalist tabloid personality and had heard that the blogger had written unkind things about him, but said he had never researched Hilton or understood the broader criticism surrounding his work.
Padalecki expanded on the deletion in a follow-up message reported by Entertainment Weekly. "I had ABSOLUTELY NO IDEA about his past," he wrote.
#hilton #actor #attention
7 hours ago
Jared Padalecki has walked back his public support of Perez Hilton after receiving criticism online
The Supernatural alum had uploaded a social media message wishing Hilton well after the celebrity blogger was hospitalised after sharing a disturbing livestream in which he engaged in apparent acts of self-harm at his Miami home.
Social media users subsequently criticised Padalecki for allegedly supporting Hilton, given the blogger's past bullying and targeting of various celebrities and their families. Padalecki quietly deleted his message amid the backlash.
"I didn't know. It's been brought to my attention," Padalecki wrote via X on Sunday. "I'm sorry."
"To give more detail re my post wishing someone well, I had absolutely no idea about his past," the Gilmore Girls star shared in a follow-up message that same day.
"I had heard of him. Obviously. I had heard that he hadn't exactly 'been kind' to me in the past. So, my thought is always to give grace and forgiveness to those who may have tried to 'harm' you. In my experience, it usually works out better than holding a grudge or wishing punishment on someone else.
#Social
The Supernatural alum had uploaded a social media message wishing Hilton well after the celebrity blogger was hospitalised after sharing a disturbing livestream in which he engaged in apparent acts of self-harm at his Miami home.
Social media users subsequently criticised Padalecki for allegedly supporting Hilton, given the blogger's past bullying and targeting of various celebrities and their families. Padalecki quietly deleted his message amid the backlash.
"I didn't know. It's been brought to my attention," Padalecki wrote via X on Sunday. "I'm sorry."
"To give more detail re my post wishing someone well, I had absolutely no idea about his past," the Gilmore Girls star shared in a follow-up message that same day.
"I had heard of him. Obviously. I had heard that he hadn't exactly 'been kind' to me in the past. So, my thought is always to give grace and forgiveness to those who may have tried to 'harm' you. In my experience, it usually works out better than holding a grudge or wishing punishment on someone else.
#Social
17 hours ago
Minnesota Vikings training camp 2026 has one burning question on every fan's mind: do the Vikings have a quarterback who can win in the NFC North? After nine practices, Two Old Bloggers — Darren Campbell and Dave Stefano on Vikings 1st & SKOL — are sounding the alarm. The honest answer, delivered with trademark candor, is unsettling: both Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy have been, in the words of reporter Tyler Forness, "just fine." And fine may not be enough to beat Jordan Love, Jared Goff, or Caleb Williams.
The quarterback competition has dominated Vikings coverage, and for good reason. Murray has received roughly twice the first-team reps as McCarthy, raising legitimate questions about whether Kevin O'Connell has already decided the outcome. But rep count aside, neither signal-caller has seized the moment. As Darren put it bluntly: "The second worst outcome is what we have right now — both guys are so-so. ****** ody's really running away with it." Dave echoed the concern, noting that a viral tweet framed it perfectly: Kyler should be proving he's light years ahead of J.J., not the other way around. A Mike Sando survey of 50 NFL coaches and executives reinforced the worry — Murray ranked 23rd overall (Tier 3), McCarthy 34th (Tier 4), and every NFC North rival QB ranked ahead of them.
Beyond the QB room, however, genuine reasons for optimism are emerging — and Two Old Bloggers covered them all.
Charles Demmings (CB, 5th round) is making plays daily against Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and Jauan Jennings — the Vikings haven't drafted and developed a quality corner since Xavier Rhodes in 2013
Caleb Banks (DT, #18 overall) is fully participating with no reported foot issues — a massive win after multiple surgeries; he's being worked in gradually alongside Levi Drake Rodriguez, Jaylen Redmond, and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins
#mccarthy #bloggers #darren #caleb
The quarterback competition has dominated Vikings coverage, and for good reason. Murray has received roughly twice the first-team reps as McCarthy, raising legitimate questions about whether Kevin O'Connell has already decided the outcome. But rep count aside, neither signal-caller has seized the moment. As Darren put it bluntly: "The second worst outcome is what we have right now — both guys are so-so. ****** ody's really running away with it." Dave echoed the concern, noting that a viral tweet framed it perfectly: Kyler should be proving he's light years ahead of J.J., not the other way around. A Mike Sando survey of 50 NFL coaches and executives reinforced the worry — Murray ranked 23rd overall (Tier 3), McCarthy 34th (Tier 4), and every NFC North rival QB ranked ahead of them.
Beyond the QB room, however, genuine reasons for optimism are emerging — and Two Old Bloggers covered them all.
Charles Demmings (CB, 5th round) is making plays daily against Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison, and Jauan Jennings — the Vikings haven't drafted and developed a quality corner since Xavier Rhodes in 2013
Caleb Banks (DT, #18 overall) is fully participating with no reported foot issues — a massive win after multiple surgeries; he's being worked in gradually alongside Levi Drake Rodriguez, Jaylen Redmond, and Tyrion Ingram-Dawkins
#mccarthy #bloggers #darren #caleb
18 hours ago
Warning: This post contains discussions of self-harm.
Perez Hilton's family just shared a health update after the celebrity gossip blogger live-streamed himself engaging in acts of self-harm during an apparent mental health crisis.
On Saturday, August 10, a statement was published on Perez's website detailing the latest on his condition. They also "respectfully ask[ed]" members of the media to "leave the home and the surrounding area."
"We want to confirm that Perez remains hospitalized under Florida's Baker Act," the family shared. "His communication has been extremely limited and confined to immediate family, medical providers, and others directly involved in his care. He has not communicated with the media or issued any public statements."
Additionally, they detailed that Hilton, 48 — whose real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr. — remains in "serious but stable" condition.
#shared #Health #warning
Perez Hilton's family just shared a health update after the celebrity gossip blogger live-streamed himself engaging in acts of self-harm during an apparent mental health crisis.
On Saturday, August 10, a statement was published on Perez's website detailing the latest on his condition. They also "respectfully ask[ed]" members of the media to "leave the home and the surrounding area."
"We want to confirm that Perez remains hospitalized under Florida's Baker Act," the family shared. "His communication has been extremely limited and confined to immediate family, medical providers, and others directly involved in his care. He has not communicated with the media or issued any public statements."
Additionally, they detailed that Hilton, 48 — whose real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr. — remains in "serious but stable" condition.
#shared #Health #warning
20 hours ago
The US blogger Perez Hilton is in a "serious but stable" condition after being admitted to hospital, according to his family.
Emergency services were called to his Miami home on Tuesday after members of the public reported concerns while watching a TikTok livestream.
The Miami sheriff's office confirmed they attended a scene of a man "livestreaming acts of self-harm" on Tuesday. They did not confirm his name but said the man was alone in the house at the time.
A statement released on the 48-year-old's website said he "experienced significant blood loss" and his treatment and recovery would be a "long process".
If you are affected by any of the issues in this story, help and support is available at BBC Action Line.
#Miami #tuesday #TikTok #serious
Emergency services were called to his Miami home on Tuesday after members of the public reported concerns while watching a TikTok livestream.
The Miami sheriff's office confirmed they attended a scene of a man "livestreaming acts of self-harm" on Tuesday. They did not confirm his name but said the man was alone in the house at the time.
A statement released on the 48-year-old's website said he "experienced significant blood loss" and his treatment and recovery would be a "long process".
If you are affected by any of the issues in this story, help and support is available at BBC Action Line.
#Miami #tuesday #TikTok #serious
1 day ago
This is the live blog for Mateusz Gamrot vs. Quillan Salkilld, the lightweight main event for Saturday's UFC Vegas 120 fight card at the newly renovated Meta APEX in Las Vegas.
Gamrot enters the headliner after flip-flopping wins and losses over his past five bouts. In his most recent outing, the former KSW champion submitted Esteban Ribovics with an arm-triangle choke in the second round at UFC 327 in April. This will be Gamrot's third UFC headliner, going 1-1 in octagon main events with a decision win over Arman Tsarukyan, and suffering a first-round stoppage loss to Charles Oliveira this past October at UFC Rio.
Salkilld gets his first UFC main event spot after winning his first five bouts inside the octagon. The 26-year-old has stopped four of his five opponents and earning four bonuses — including his first-round TKO victory against Beneil Dariush at UFC Perth in May.
Check out the UFC Vegas 120 live blog below.
Closing Odds
#first #gamrot #live #blog
Gamrot enters the headliner after flip-flopping wins and losses over his past five bouts. In his most recent outing, the former KSW champion submitted Esteban Ribovics with an arm-triangle choke in the second round at UFC 327 in April. This will be Gamrot's third UFC headliner, going 1-1 in octagon main events with a decision win over Arman Tsarukyan, and suffering a first-round stoppage loss to Charles Oliveira this past October at UFC Rio.
Salkilld gets his first UFC main event spot after winning his first five bouts inside the octagon. The 26-year-old has stopped four of his five opponents and earning four bonuses — including his first-round TKO victory against Beneil Dariush at UFC Perth in May.
Check out the UFC Vegas 120 live blog below.
Closing Odds
#first #gamrot #live #blog
1 day ago
Perez Hilton's family has shared a new update on his health following his alarming mental health episode that was livestreamed last week.
The celebrity gossip blogger remains in hospital in Florida, where his condition is "serious but stable", and he will require surgery in the coming days, according to his family.
In a new statement on Hilton's website, his family confirmed that he remains hospitalised under Florida's Mental Health Act, writing, "His communication has been extremely limited and confined to immediate family, medical providers, and others directly involved in his care. He has not communicated with the media or issued any public statements.
"Perez's condition remains serious but stable. He experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days," the statement reads.
"His treatment and recovery will be a long process. We are grateful that Perez was able to spend time with his mother and sister yesterday."
Hilton's family also asked for privacy for the prolific gossip-spreader, as he continues his recovery, and for the media and public to stay away from their property.
#remains #gossip #serious
The celebrity gossip blogger remains in hospital in Florida, where his condition is "serious but stable", and he will require surgery in the coming days, according to his family.
In a new statement on Hilton's website, his family confirmed that he remains hospitalised under Florida's Mental Health Act, writing, "His communication has been extremely limited and confined to immediate family, medical providers, and others directly involved in his care. He has not communicated with the media or issued any public statements.
"Perez's condition remains serious but stable. He experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days," the statement reads.
"His treatment and recovery will be a long process. We are grateful that Perez was able to spend time with his mother and sister yesterday."
Hilton's family also asked for privacy for the prolific gossip-spreader, as he continues his recovery, and for the media and public to stay away from their property.
#remains #gossip #serious
1 day ago
Editor's Note: If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting "988."
Perez Hilton remains hospitalized under Florida's Baker Act and is in serious but stable condition, his family said in a new update Aug. 8 on the celebrity blogger's health.
Hilton, 48, experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days, according to the statement. His treatment and recovery will be a long process, his family said in statement posted to his website Aug. 8.
His communication has been "extremely limited" and confined to immediate family, medical providers and others directly involved in his care. Hilton has not communicated with the media or issued any public statements, his family said.
The update said Hilton was able to spend time with his mother and sister Friday. His family previously said he was "able to communicate" while receiving medical treatment, which had given them hope.
#medical
Perez Hilton remains hospitalized under Florida's Baker Act and is in serious but stable condition, his family said in a new update Aug. 8 on the celebrity blogger's health.
Hilton, 48, experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days, according to the statement. His treatment and recovery will be a long process, his family said in statement posted to his website Aug. 8.
His communication has been "extremely limited" and confined to immediate family, medical providers and others directly involved in his care. Hilton has not communicated with the media or issued any public statements, his family said.
The update said Hilton was able to spend time with his mother and sister Friday. His family previously said he was "able to communicate" while receiving medical treatment, which had given them hope.
#medical
1 day ago
Perez Hilton's friends reportedly fear that his life-threatening battle with sepsis may be part of the larger picture surrounding his recent mental health crisis. The 48-year-old gossip blogger was hospitalized Tuesday after authorities responded to multiple reports that he was livestreaming acts of self-harm from inside his Miami home. Although Hilton's close circle reportedly suspects he may be experiencing psychological complications **** ociated with surviving sepsis, an expert cautioned that no direct connection can be established without a proper medical evaluation.
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Hilton spent three weeks in the hospital in March after developing an ulcer, a perforation and sepsis. His friends now reportedly fear that the traumatic medical ordeal may have affected his mental health in the months that followed.
"His health struggles this year have been extreme. The sepsis honestly almost killed him," a source told Page Six. "I don't know if people realize just how traumatic and horrific that was for him, both physically, but also emotionally."
Post-sepsis syndrome affects up to 50% of survivors and can involve "new or worsened physical, cognitive, and psychological problems for months to years after hospital discharge," according to the Sepsis Alliance.
#sepsis #friends #psychological
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Hilton spent three weeks in the hospital in March after developing an ulcer, a perforation and sepsis. His friends now reportedly fear that the traumatic medical ordeal may have affected his mental health in the months that followed.
"His health struggles this year have been extreme. The sepsis honestly almost killed him," a source told Page Six. "I don't know if people realize just how traumatic and horrific that was for him, both physically, but also emotionally."
Post-sepsis syndrome affects up to 50% of survivors and can involve "new or worsened physical, cognitive, and psychological problems for months to years after hospital discharge," according to the Sepsis Alliance.
#sepsis #friends #psychological
1 day ago
TJ Jackson is refusing to celebrate Perez Hilton's hospitalization despite the gossip blogger's painful history with his famous family. The son of ***** o Jackson and nephew of the late Michael Jackson revealed that he is praying for Hilton after the blogger was hospitalized following a severe mental health crisis. Although some social media users argued that Hilton's past behavior made him undeserving of sympathy, Jackson insisted that he was not raised to find pleasure in another person's suffering.
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Jackson first addressed the situation on X after seeing widespread discussion about a disturbing livestream involving Hilton. The singer explained that he had no interest in viewing footage from the incident but acknowledged what he had heard about it.
"Everybody is talking about this Perez Hilton video. I haven't seen it but from what I've heard it's horrible," Jackson wrote. "One thing I'll say…He hasn't been nice to many celebs, including my family."
Despite Hilton's previous treatment of the Jacksons, TJ said he still wanted him to recover. "Nevertheless, I never want to see anyone broken and in such a dark place. I am praying for his healing and his health," the performer added.
#family #praying
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Jackson first addressed the situation on X after seeing widespread discussion about a disturbing livestream involving Hilton. The singer explained that he had no interest in viewing footage from the incident but acknowledged what he had heard about it.
"Everybody is talking about this Perez Hilton video. I haven't seen it but from what I've heard it's horrible," Jackson wrote. "One thing I'll say…He hasn't been nice to many celebs, including my family."
Despite Hilton's previous treatment of the Jacksons, TJ said he still wanted him to recover. "Nevertheless, I never want to see anyone broken and in such a dark place. I am praying for his healing and his health," the performer added.
#family #praying
2 days ago
It has now been almost five months since Max Verstappen made his debut in the 24 Hours of the Nürburgring, where the four-time world champion impressed both rivals and fans with his performance on the legendary Nordschleife. Those who shared the track with him hope he will return for another attempt in 2027, believing his passion for racing and humility away from Formula 1 deserve widespread recognition.
One of those rivals is BMW factory driver Augusto Farfus. The Brazilian has been part of the German manufacturer for more than 18 years and had the opportunity to take part in a Formula 1 test in Valencia for Sauber in 2008, when the team ran BMW engines. He and Verstappen had not met back then, but they did on the Nordschleife. Unfortunately, the #1 ROWE Racing BMW M4 GT3 Evo retired overnight due to a technical issue.
A duel between Farfus and Verstappen never materialised. Next year, it might. The BMW driver would love that. "Amazing. I mean, I think everyone wins in this kind of environment because it shows how humble Max is," Farfus tells GPblog. "He's probably one of, if not the greatest of all time," he emphasises. According to him, it speaks volumes that Verstappen simply decided to take part in the 24h Nürburgring.
"To put himself among, I don't know how many, a thousand crazy drivers around the Nordschleife shows how humble he is and how open he is to a challenge, so chapeau for that," says Farfus, who took victory on the Nordschleife in 2010 and 2025. "It shows how fast he is in any type of car, which is not a surprise, but on the other side it also shows how good some of the drivers are who have not made it to Formula One, who can battle with him on the same level, even if they've not made it to Formula One. I think that was something very nice."
Augusto Farfus takes his hat off to Max Verstappen - Photo: Gruppe C Photography
#nordschleife #shows #racing
One of those rivals is BMW factory driver Augusto Farfus. The Brazilian has been part of the German manufacturer for more than 18 years and had the opportunity to take part in a Formula 1 test in Valencia for Sauber in 2008, when the team ran BMW engines. He and Verstappen had not met back then, but they did on the Nordschleife. Unfortunately, the #1 ROWE Racing BMW M4 GT3 Evo retired overnight due to a technical issue.
A duel between Farfus and Verstappen never materialised. Next year, it might. The BMW driver would love that. "Amazing. I mean, I think everyone wins in this kind of environment because it shows how humble Max is," Farfus tells GPblog. "He's probably one of, if not the greatest of all time," he emphasises. According to him, it speaks volumes that Verstappen simply decided to take part in the 24h Nürburgring.
"To put himself among, I don't know how many, a thousand crazy drivers around the Nordschleife shows how humble he is and how open he is to a challenge, so chapeau for that," says Farfus, who took victory on the Nordschleife in 2010 and 2025. "It shows how fast he is in any type of car, which is not a surprise, but on the other side it also shows how good some of the drivers are who have not made it to Formula One, who can battle with him on the same level, even if they've not made it to Formula One. I think that was something very nice."
Augusto Farfus takes his hat off to Max Verstappen - Photo: Gruppe C Photography
#nordschleife #shows #racing
2 days ago
MMA Fighting has UFC Vegas 120 results for the Gamrot vs. Salkilld fight card, a live blog of the main event, and more from the Meta APEX in Las Vegas, Nev., on Saturday night.
In the main event, Mateusz Gamrot and Quillan Salkilld in a top lightweight contest. Gamrot has won three of his past five fights, while Salkilld has reeled off 12 straight victories.
Diego Ferreira and Billy Quarantillo clash in another lightweight contest in the co-main event.
Check out UFC Vegas 120 results below.
Main Card (Paramount+ at 8 p.m. ET)
#vegas #Event #results #lightweight
In the main event, Mateusz Gamrot and Quillan Salkilld in a top lightweight contest. Gamrot has won three of his past five fights, while Salkilld has reeled off 12 straight victories.
Diego Ferreira and Billy Quarantillo clash in another lightweight contest in the co-main event.
Check out UFC Vegas 120 results below.
Main Card (Paramount+ at 8 p.m. ET)
#vegas #Event #results #lightweight
4 days ago
By Raphael Satter, AJ Vicens and Anirban Sen
WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) - Ransom-seeking hackers who use phone calls to compromise their victims targeted dozens of prominent U.S. financial institutions and other businesses over the past month, according to Google and internet intelligence data reviewed by Reuters.
The data shows the hackers devised websites aimed at stealing passwords from employees of private equity firms and companies including Blackstone, Bridgewater **** ociates, Apollo Global Management, Bain Capital, KKR, TPG, CME Group and Moody's, as well as a host of financial companies and other businesses. Internet company Google said in a blog post about the hacking campaign published on Thursday that the hackers operate under a range of names, including Redact, Pink, Falcon, and Helix.
Google declined to comment on Reuters findings. It said in some cases companies, which it did not name, paid ransoms to the hackers. Reuters could not establish which companies the hackers successfully compromised.
Experts say the hackers' use of low-tech tactics such as phone calls to target the financial industry illustrates how, despite sophisticated security programs and AI-driven threats, the oldest tactics still rank among the most effective. If successful, the hacks could compromise data of some of the biggest U.S. private equity firms that provide capital to companies.
#data #capital
WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) - Ransom-seeking hackers who use phone calls to compromise their victims targeted dozens of prominent U.S. financial institutions and other businesses over the past month, according to Google and internet intelligence data reviewed by Reuters.
The data shows the hackers devised websites aimed at stealing passwords from employees of private equity firms and companies including Blackstone, Bridgewater **** ociates, Apollo Global Management, Bain Capital, KKR, TPG, CME Group and Moody's, as well as a host of financial companies and other businesses. Internet company Google said in a blog post about the hacking campaign published on Thursday that the hackers operate under a range of names, including Redact, Pink, Falcon, and Helix.
Google declined to comment on Reuters findings. It said in some cases companies, which it did not name, paid ransoms to the hackers. Reuters could not establish which companies the hackers successfully compromised.
Experts say the hackers' use of low-tech tactics such as phone calls to target the financial industry illustrates how, despite sophisticated security programs and AI-driven threats, the oldest tactics still rank among the most effective. If successful, the hacks could compromise data of some of the biggest U.S. private equity firms that provide capital to companies.
#data #capital
4 days ago
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton's family and team confirmed he is "able to communicate" and is receiving medical care after he was hospitalized following a disturbing TikTok livestream in which he appeared to harm himself.
Perez Hilton was reportedly hospitalized after an apparent mental health episode on a livestream. (Photo by Denise Truscello/Getty Images for BOA Steakhouse Las Vegas)
A statement posted to Hilton's blog Wednesday evening, signed by his team and family, said Hilton is "able to communicate, which has given our family hope," though this has been a "difficult" time as "very little information has been made available to our family."
In another statement posted to Hilton's blog hours earlier, his team and family confirmed he is "receiving medical care" and his "family's focus right now is on his well-being," thanking fans for their support.
Hilton, a gossip blogger whose real name is Mario Lavandeira, was taken to a hospital late Tuesday, the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office confirmed to multiple outlets, after his disturbing livestream prompted police calls from multiple fans.
#family
Perez Hilton was reportedly hospitalized after an apparent mental health episode on a livestream. (Photo by Denise Truscello/Getty Images for BOA Steakhouse Las Vegas)
A statement posted to Hilton's blog Wednesday evening, signed by his team and family, said Hilton is "able to communicate, which has given our family hope," though this has been a "difficult" time as "very little information has been made available to our family."
In another statement posted to Hilton's blog hours earlier, his team and family confirmed he is "receiving medical care" and his "family's focus right now is on his well-being," thanking fans for their support.
Hilton, a gossip blogger whose real name is Mario Lavandeira, was taken to a hospital late Tuesday, the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office confirmed to multiple outlets, after his disturbing livestream prompted police calls from multiple fans.
#family
4 days ago
Welcome back to Part 2 (Electric Boogaloo) of my journey to and through the Sydney Super Cup, talking through what the tournament and trip was like from a fan perspective… but also from having access a fan might not usually have. Part travel blog, part human-interest piece, part fan boy experience; here's what it felt like as a fan walking into the press box and seeing Spurs play for the first time. Hopefully you enjoy.
Check out Part 1 here, if you haven't already.
So there I was: in the press box ahead of Tottenham Hotspur kicking off against Sydney in what would be my first live Tottenham Hotspur experience. Worth It had taken a 17-11 lead into the second leg against Not Worth It. I admired the view and sneakily took the photo you saw in the previous piece; I felt like a total fish out of water, and taking photos like a tourist would have cemented that status. In front of me were sitting a number of journalists and club media staff.
I stood awkwardly behind all of them, as my understanding was that each spot (there are rows of desks in the press box, with plug points and cabling slots for individuals like myself to set up) was set aside for a specific person; but I also noted that there weren't any names on any of the chairs or desks, and so I just kind of milled around until I picked up the courage to ask a friendly Australian whether or not the seats were reserved. I probably looked like a stalker. They were not reserved, so I needn't have worried.
I took a seat and realized two things: one, I was seated behind a handful of very well-known Spurs and Chelsea football journalists from the likes of BBC, The Athletic, and Football London; and two, I was extremely hungry.
#piece
Check out Part 1 here, if you haven't already.
So there I was: in the press box ahead of Tottenham Hotspur kicking off against Sydney in what would be my first live Tottenham Hotspur experience. Worth It had taken a 17-11 lead into the second leg against Not Worth It. I admired the view and sneakily took the photo you saw in the previous piece; I felt like a total fish out of water, and taking photos like a tourist would have cemented that status. In front of me were sitting a number of journalists and club media staff.
I stood awkwardly behind all of them, as my understanding was that each spot (there are rows of desks in the press box, with plug points and cabling slots for individuals like myself to set up) was set aside for a specific person; but I also noted that there weren't any names on any of the chairs or desks, and so I just kind of milled around until I picked up the courage to ask a friendly Australian whether or not the seats were reserved. I probably looked like a stalker. They were not reserved, so I needn't have worried.
I took a seat and realized two things: one, I was seated behind a handful of very well-known Spurs and Chelsea football journalists from the likes of BBC, The Athletic, and Football London; and two, I was extremely hungry.
#piece
4 days ago
If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting "988."
Perez Hilton's family is providing an update on the celebrity blogger's condition after a shocking livestream appeared to show him harming himself.
The family posted a new update on his eponymous blog, revealing Hilton, 48, is "able to communicate" while he receives medical treatment for his injuries. However, the family said they have otherwise been left in the dark amid his hospitalization.
"This has been incredibly difficult and emotional for us, made even harder because very little information has been made available to our family," they said. "While we continue to wait for further updates, we remain hopeful. We have also been able to confirm that Perez is able to communicate, which has given our family hope."
#update
Perez Hilton's family is providing an update on the celebrity blogger's condition after a shocking livestream appeared to show him harming himself.
The family posted a new update on his eponymous blog, revealing Hilton, 48, is "able to communicate" while he receives medical treatment for his injuries. However, the family said they have otherwise been left in the dark amid his hospitalization.
"This has been incredibly difficult and emotional for us, made even harder because very little information has been made available to our family," they said. "While we continue to wait for further updates, we remain hopeful. We have also been able to confirm that Perez is able to communicate, which has given our family hope."
#update
4 days ago
Perez Hilton's co-host Chris Booker issued an update on the status of their podcast in the aftermath of the blogger's self-harm incident, telling fans it was all "TBD."
"I am so profoundly sad for Perez and his family and what they're all going through. It's truly unimaginable," the "Perez Hilton Podcast" co-host wrote in a statement shared on Instagram Wednesday. "I have spoken only briefly with the family. I read the statement that his team released and want to honor their wishes at this impossible time."
As Booker went on, he shared that even Hilton's family was "struggling to get updates due to the confidential security measures in place at the hospital because of how many people are trying to get information."
Booker ******* ured fans that any updates would be issued on PerezHilton.com moving forward. Circling back to the topic of his podcast with Hilton, Booker shared that "it's all TBD at the moment as our collective focus is on his health."
"I certainly hope to continue [shows] with my friend when the time is appropriate," he said. "I will give updates there when the time is right. We've done these shows for over a decade now and the support from our listeners has been resounding. He is very loved. I can only hope that he feels it. Heal up friend."
#hilton
"I am so profoundly sad for Perez and his family and what they're all going through. It's truly unimaginable," the "Perez Hilton Podcast" co-host wrote in a statement shared on Instagram Wednesday. "I have spoken only briefly with the family. I read the statement that his team released and want to honor their wishes at this impossible time."
As Booker went on, he shared that even Hilton's family was "struggling to get updates due to the confidential security measures in place at the hospital because of how many people are trying to get information."
Booker ******* ured fans that any updates would be issued on PerezHilton.com moving forward. Circling back to the topic of his podcast with Hilton, Booker shared that "it's all TBD at the moment as our collective focus is on his health."
"I certainly hope to continue [shows] with my friend when the time is appropriate," he said. "I will give updates there when the time is right. We've done these shows for over a decade now and the support from our listeners has been resounding. He is very loved. I can only hope that he feels it. Heal up friend."
#hilton
4 days ago
Perez Hilton's family is speaking out after the celebrity blogger was hospitalized following what was initially reported as a suicide attempt, offering a very different account of the frightening incident.
The health scare sparked widespread concern after emergency dispatch audio surfaced online, fueling speculation about what had happened before he was rushed to the hospital.
Perez Hilton, whose real name is Mario Lavandeira Jr., rose to prominence in the early 2000s through his celebrity gossip website and has remained a recognizable media personality ever since,
Janet Gough / AFF-USA.COM / MEGA
After hours of growing concern, Hilton's family and team finally addressed the reports surrounding his hospitalization. While they did not comment on the circumstances that led to the medical emergency, they confirmed that the celebrity blogger is receiving treatment. They thanked supporters for the overwhelming outpouring of love, prayers, and concern.
#celebrity #concern #emergency #hilton
The health scare sparked widespread concern after emergency dispatch audio surfaced online, fueling speculation about what had happened before he was rushed to the hospital.
Perez Hilton, whose real name is Mario Lavandeira Jr., rose to prominence in the early 2000s through his celebrity gossip website and has remained a recognizable media personality ever since,
Janet Gough / AFF-USA.COM / MEGA
After hours of growing concern, Hilton's family and team finally addressed the reports surrounding his hospitalization. While they did not comment on the circumstances that led to the medical emergency, they confirmed that the celebrity blogger is receiving treatment. They thanked supporters for the overwhelming outpouring of love, prayers, and concern.
#celebrity #concern #emergency #hilton
4 days ago
The family of Perez Hilton has released a statement following the blogger's apparent self-harm in a TikTok livestream video.
Hilton, real name Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr, is currently receiving medical care in hospital after what authorities believe was a suicide attempt.
His family and management team posted this announcement to his gossip website: "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 reads.
"We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family's focus right now is on his well-being. We kindly ask that you respect Perez's privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time.
"If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can. Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support. The Perez Hilton Team and Family."
Hilton is dad to Mario, 13, Mia, 11 and Mayte, eight. He was alone in the house during the distress-filled livestream, in which he said that he was "doing this for my kids".
#perez #statement #livestream
Hilton, real name Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr, is currently receiving medical care in hospital after what authorities believe was a suicide attempt.
His family and management team posted this announcement to his gossip website: "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 reads.
"We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family's focus right now is on his well-being. We kindly ask that you respect Perez's privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time.
"If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can. Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support. The Perez Hilton Team and Family."
Hilton is dad to Mario, 13, Mia, 11 and Mayte, eight. He was alone in the house during the distress-filled livestream, in which he said that he was "doing this for my kids".
#perez #statement #livestream
4 days ago
Perez Hilton's family and team has shared an update on his wellbeing.
The gossip blogger has been hospitalized after going live on TikTok and appearing to show self harming efforts. Hours after he received medical attention, his staff and family posted an update to his website PerezHilton.com.
In a statement, they wrote, "Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers. We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family's focus right now is on his well-being.
"We kindly ask that you respect Perez's privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time," the statement continued. "If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can. Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support. – The Perez Hilton Team and Family."
Hilton's agents, Dante Rusciolelli and Rebekah Kochan, also released a statement to Entertainment Weekly, confirming they are "aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton.
#statement #team #privacy
The gossip blogger has been hospitalized after going live on TikTok and appearing to show self harming efforts. Hours after he received medical attention, his staff and family posted an update to his website PerezHilton.com.
In a statement, they wrote, "Many of you have reached out with concern for Perez, and we are incredibly grateful for the overwhelming outpouring of love, support, and prayers. We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family's focus right now is on his well-being.
"We kindly ask that you respect Perez's privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time," the statement continued. "If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can. Thank you for your compassion, understanding, and continued support. – The Perez Hilton Team and Family."
Hilton's agents, Dante Rusciolelli and Rebekah Kochan, also released a statement to Entertainment Weekly, confirming they are "aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton.
#statement #team #privacy
4 days ago
Ireland Baldwin, the daughter of Kim Basinger and Alec Baldwin, has wished Perez Hilton a speedy recovery, despite years of being bullied by the blogger.
"Perez Hilton has [publicly] humiliated my family for years, ******* ualized me from a young age, commented on my weight and body (as a child), made unforgivable comments about people in my family, drew [expletive] coming out of my mom's and friend's mouths, and has always been a despicable human being," Ireland, 30, shared via her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, August 5. "But his children deserve better and a healthy father and I am so sad for all of them. I hope he gets the help he needs and heals."
The model's words were shared hours after Hilton, 48, was rushed to the hospital after Miami-Dade County Police received numerous calls about his distressing livestream.
Hilton was seen on TikTok Live on August 4 covered in what appeared to be blood. He was wielding a butcher knife and harming himself.
Ireland Baldwin/Instagram
#baldwin #perez #Instagram #family
"Perez Hilton has [publicly] humiliated my family for years, ******* ualized me from a young age, commented on my weight and body (as a child), made unforgivable comments about people in my family, drew [expletive] coming out of my mom's and friend's mouths, and has always been a despicable human being," Ireland, 30, shared via her Instagram Stories on Wednesday, August 5. "But his children deserve better and a healthy father and I am so sad for all of them. I hope he gets the help he needs and heals."
The model's words were shared hours after Hilton, 48, was rushed to the hospital after Miami-Dade County Police received numerous calls about his distressing livestream.
Hilton was seen on TikTok Live on August 4 covered in what appeared to be blood. He was wielding a butcher knife and harming himself.
Ireland Baldwin/Instagram
#baldwin #perez #Instagram #family
4 days ago
Social media users are calling out the privacy request made by the family of Perez Hilton after the celebrity blogger's concerning TikTok livestream.
The 48-year-old — who rose to fame by doodling over photos of celebrities on his once popular gossip blog — was hospitalized after authorities were alerted to the disturbing behavior on Tuesday, August 4.
Hilton's team and family have since issued a statement saying that he is currently "receiving medical care."
The statement added, "We kindly ask that you respect Perez's privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time. If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can."
Some X users took issue with the family's request for privacy given Hilton's somewhat mean-spirited behavior towards celebrities in the past.
#family #request #Social #hilton
The 48-year-old — who rose to fame by doodling over photos of celebrities on his once popular gossip blog — was hospitalized after authorities were alerted to the disturbing behavior on Tuesday, August 4.
Hilton's team and family have since issued a statement saying that he is currently "receiving medical care."
The statement added, "We kindly ask that you respect Perez's privacy, as well as the privacy of his family, during this difficult time. If and when we are able to share any updates, we will do so with everyone as soon as we can."
Some X users took issue with the family's request for privacy given Hilton's somewhat mean-spirited behavior towards celebrities in the past.
#family #request #Social #hilton
4 days ago
Major stock indexes soared Tuesday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average setting new records, as Palantir Technologies and Caterpillar shares jumped and oil prices sank further.
The tech-focused Nasdaq Composite, benchmark S&P 500, and blue-chip Dow surged a respective 2.6%, 1.8%, and 1.7%. The Dow added more than 900 points to notch its second closing high this week.
After markets closed yesterday, Palantir (PLTR) reported better-than-expected results and lifted its outlook, and shares of the software maker soared nearly 30% Tuesday to lead the S&P 500 and Nasdaq.
In other post-earnings moves, shares of Caterpillar (CAT) surged about 5.5% to lead the Dow; McDonald's (MCD) and Pfizer (PFE) rose between 1% and 1.5%; and Spotify Technology (SPOT) slipped about 1.5%.
Shares of **** eX (SPCX) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) surged more than 9% and 7%, respectively, ahead of their earnings reports after the bell. **** eX was set to issue results as a public company for the first time. (Read our **** eX earnings live blog here.)
#soared
The tech-focused Nasdaq Composite, benchmark S&P 500, and blue-chip Dow surged a respective 2.6%, 1.8%, and 1.7%. The Dow added more than 900 points to notch its second closing high this week.
After markets closed yesterday, Palantir (PLTR) reported better-than-expected results and lifted its outlook, and shares of the software maker soared nearly 30% Tuesday to lead the S&P 500 and Nasdaq.
In other post-earnings moves, shares of Caterpillar (CAT) surged about 5.5% to lead the Dow; McDonald's (MCD) and Pfizer (PFE) rose between 1% and 1.5%; and Spotify Technology (SPOT) slipped about 1.5%.
Shares of **** eX (SPCX) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) surged more than 9% and 7%, respectively, ahead of their earnings reports after the bell. **** eX was set to issue results as a public company for the first time. (Read our **** eX earnings live blog here.)
#soared
5 days ago
WARNING: There is discussion of self harm ahead. If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting "988."
Blogger Perez Hilton was reportedly hospitalized on Tuesday after social media "alleged the podcaster was seen harming himself on a TikTok livestream," reports USA TODAY's Anthony Robledo.
The office of the Miami-Dade County Sherriff released a statement in which it said it had gotten "multiple calls regarding an individual who was livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media." That individual had gotten medical attention at a local hospital.
"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves," the statement also read, "deputies prioritize de-escalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication."
Here's what we know so far.
#self #harm #experiencing
Blogger Perez Hilton was reportedly hospitalized on Tuesday after social media "alleged the podcaster was seen harming himself on a TikTok livestream," reports USA TODAY's Anthony Robledo.
The office of the Miami-Dade County Sherriff released a statement in which it said it had gotten "multiple calls regarding an individual who was livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media." That individual had gotten medical attention at a local hospital.
"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves," the statement also read, "deputies prioritize de-escalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication."
Here's what we know so far.
#self #harm #experiencing
5 days ago
Police responded Tuesday night to the Florida home of Perez Hilton after receiving reports the celebrity gossip blogger appeared to be harming himself on a TikTok livestream.
In response to a question about Hilton's livestream, the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said they had "received multiple calls regarding an individual who was livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media."
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"Deputies quickly located the individual's residence, where they spoke with family members on scene, and confirmed he was alone inside," the sheriff's office said, adding they worked to de-escalate the situation.
#office #tuesday #hilton
In response to a question about Hilton's livestream, the Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office said they had "received multiple calls regarding an individual who was livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media."
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"Deputies quickly located the individual's residence, where they spoke with family members on scene, and confirmed he was alone inside," the sheriff's office said, adding they worked to de-escalate the situation.
#office #tuesday #hilton
5 days ago
As most of you know, Cartilage Free Captain, or rather, yours truly was on the ground in person to experience Tottenham Hotspur's preseason tour of Sydney as they took part in the aptly named Sydney Super Cup.
This presented a rare chance for many fans to get up close and personal with the team that they love. Though this is the third time Spurs have made trips to Australia in four years (the most recent being against West Ham United in Perth and Newcastle United in Melbourne), it was the first time in a decade the Lilywhites had made an appearance in Australia's most densely populated city.
Once on the ground, I had the idea to write up a bit of a summary of the trip, but from a slightly different angle. Here at Cartilage Free Captain, we are not journalists; we are fans. But we always try and write from a balanced, factual, and ******* ytical perspective. As such, at times we try and remove the fan angle from our writing in order to deliver you, our readers, the best ******* ysis money can buy. Or rather, the best ******* ysis you can get for free. We like to think we're at least on par with the Metro.
But like I said, we are massive fans – and so I thought: why not let my flag fly a bit? What has this tournament and trip been like from a fan perspective… but also from having access a fan might not usually have? So this piece (and two to three others that will follow in a series this week) are being written from that point of view: part travel blog, part human-interest piece, part fan boy experience. Maybe that's of interest to you; maybe not!
But I plan on talking about the trip; about fans I talked to in Sydney; about my experience as a fan walking into the press box and seeing Spurs play for the first time. Hopefully you enjoy.
#free #experience #captain
This presented a rare chance for many fans to get up close and personal with the team that they love. Though this is the third time Spurs have made trips to Australia in four years (the most recent being against West Ham United in Perth and Newcastle United in Melbourne), it was the first time in a decade the Lilywhites had made an appearance in Australia's most densely populated city.
Once on the ground, I had the idea to write up a bit of a summary of the trip, but from a slightly different angle. Here at Cartilage Free Captain, we are not journalists; we are fans. But we always try and write from a balanced, factual, and ******* ytical perspective. As such, at times we try and remove the fan angle from our writing in order to deliver you, our readers, the best ******* ysis money can buy. Or rather, the best ******* ysis you can get for free. We like to think we're at least on par with the Metro.
But like I said, we are massive fans – and so I thought: why not let my flag fly a bit? What has this tournament and trip been like from a fan perspective… but also from having access a fan might not usually have? So this piece (and two to three others that will follow in a series this week) are being written from that point of view: part travel blog, part human-interest piece, part fan boy experience. Maybe that's of interest to you; maybe not!
But I plan on talking about the trip; about fans I talked to in Sydney; about my experience as a fan walking into the press box and seeing Spurs play for the first time. Hopefully you enjoy.
#free #experience #captain
5 days ago
Celebrity gossip blogger Perez Hilton was hospitalized Tuesday after apparently harming himself in a TikTok livestream, prompting frightened viewers to call law enforcement, according to multiplereports.
The Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office told People it staged a de-escalation in his Florida home.
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"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritize de-escalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication," a sheriff's spokesperson explained.
"Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilizing crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimize the risk of injury to the individual, deputies, and the public."
#escalation #crisis #celebrity #perez
The Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office told People it staged a de-escalation in his Florida home.
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"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritize de-escalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication," a sheriff's spokesperson explained.
"Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilizing crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimize the risk of injury to the individual, deputies, and the public."
#escalation #crisis #celebrity #perez
5 days ago
US blogger Perez Hilton is recovering in hospital after members of the public reported that he had appeared to self-harm during a TikTok livestream.
Emergency services were called to his home in Miami on Tuesday after concerned viewers reported a man "livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media".
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office told US media that an individual had been "safely recovered" and taken to "a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention".
Police added that their crisis response unit and licensed mental health professionals were also "on scene providing support and resources to the individual's family".
If you are affected by any of the issues in this story, help and support is available at BBC Action Line.
#hilton
Emergency services were called to his home in Miami on Tuesday after concerned viewers reported a man "livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media".
The Miami-Dade Sheriff's Office told US media that an individual had been "safely recovered" and taken to "a local hospital, where he is receiving medical attention".
Police added that their crisis response unit and licensed mental health professionals were also "on scene providing support and resources to the individual's family".
If you are affected by any of the issues in this story, help and support is available at BBC Action Line.
#hilton
5 days ago
Celebrity blogger Perez Hilton has been hospitalized after posting a distressing livestream video to TikTok.
The video prompted authorities to attend Hilton's home in Miami amid concerns he was "livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media." Hilton's TikTok account has since been suspended.
Miami-Dade police did not name the celebrity but said they received multiple calls from fans and attended the scene, where they spoke with members of Hilton's family outside and "tactically disengaged."
"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritize deescalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication," the Miami-Dade sheriff's office said in a statement issued to the media.
"Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilizing crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimize the risk of injury to the individual, deputies and the public."
#dade #Media #crisis #deputies
The video prompted authorities to attend Hilton's home in Miami amid concerns he was "livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media." Hilton's TikTok account has since been suspended.
Miami-Dade police did not name the celebrity but said they received multiple calls from fans and attended the scene, where they spoke with members of Hilton's family outside and "tactically disengaged."
"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritize deescalation by creating time, distance, and opportunities for communication," the Miami-Dade sheriff's office said in a statement issued to the media.
"Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilizing crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimize the risk of injury to the individual, deputies and the public."
#dade #Media #crisis #deputies
5 days ago
Police have been called to Perez Hilton's Miami home after he shared what appeared to be a self-harm video to TikTok.
Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office confirmed on Tuesday night that they had received "multiple calls" of "an individual livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media" and dispatched deputies to investigate.
Officers spoke with Hilton's family members who were on the scene and ultimately decided to "tactfully disengage" while continuing to "monitor the situation" after confirming the celebrity blogger was alone inside.
"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritise de-escalation by creating time, distance and opportunities for communication," the Sheriff's Office shared in a statement to Page Six.
"Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilising crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimise the risk of injury to the individual, deputies and the public," the statement continued.
Hilton had reportedly appeared on the livestream naked, bloodied and distressed. The video was reportedly available on TikTok for around 30 minutes before it was taken down, and his account has since been suspended.
#harm
Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office confirmed on Tuesday night that they had received "multiple calls" of "an individual livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media" and dispatched deputies to investigate.
Officers spoke with Hilton's family members who were on the scene and ultimately decided to "tactfully disengage" while continuing to "monitor the situation" after confirming the celebrity blogger was alone inside.
"In many incidents involving a person experiencing a mental health crisis or actively harming themselves, deputies prioritise de-escalation by creating time, distance and opportunities for communication," the Sheriff's Office shared in a statement to Page Six.
"Unless there is an immediate threat to others, slowing the situation and utilising crisis intervention techniques can reduce the likelihood of a suicide-by-cop encounter and minimise the risk of injury to the individual, deputies and the public," the statement continued.
Hilton had reportedly appeared on the livestream naked, bloodied and distressed. The video was reportedly available on TikTok for around 30 minutes before it was taken down, and his account has since been suspended.
#harm
