Mario Lavandeira, known to the public as blogger Perez Hilton, is in serious but stable condition at a hospital following a mental health crisis. Emergency responders arrived at his Miami residence on Tuesday after viewers reported seeing him self-harm during a live broadcast on TikTok. His family stated he experienced significant blood loss and expects a long recovery period.
Authorities placed the 48-year-old under the Florida Baker Act, which provides emergency mental health services. His family confirmed he will undergo surgery in the coming days. The incident has drawn attention to platform safety and the responsibility of content hosts when users face personal crises during broadcasts.
TikTok representatives stated their moderation systems flagged the stream, but an error within the review team delayed the removal of the content. The company alerted law enforcement, closed the streams, and banned the account after the event.
Lavandeira gained prominence in 2005 with a celebrity gossip blog that attracted millions of daily readers. While his early career relied on harsh commentary of public figures, he later addressed his regrets regarding that approach. He has since appeared on several reality television programs and managed his career as a father of three.