Perez Hilton's family and team have announced that the gossip blogger has progressed to the "next phase" of his treatment, three months after a livestream in which he appeared to self-harm. The update, shared on PerezHilton.com, offers a cautiously optimistic view of his ongoing recovery.
Hilton, 48, is now participating in a partial hospitalization program (PHP) and residing in supportive housing. He continues to receive mental health care and has been permitted supervised visits with his three children—Mario III, 13; Mia, 11; and Mayte, eight—and his mother. These moments, including a reunion for his mother's 73rd birthday, have been described as "incredibly meaningful and healing" by his loved ones.
The family's statement acknowledged that navigating a serious mental health crisis has been a learning process, emphasizing that recovery requires significant time and support. They noted that "there’s no one-size-fits-all timeline" and they are taking things one step at a time, though they are "hopeful that day is getting closer" for his discharge.
His children are reportedly doing well, remaining busy with school and their activities, and enjoyed Halloween while their father continued treatment. The family expressed gratitude for the continued support and kind messages from fans.
Earlier updates from late September detailed Hilton's initial supervised visits with his children and mother, who has been caring for them. A GoFundMe fundraiser was established by Hilton's friend, Tom D'Angora, to assist his mother with the costs of caring for the children full-time, with all funds designated for the children and their grandmother.
Following the August livestream incident, during which Hilton was found with lacerations and treated for an overdose, he entered a residential treatment program. His access to phones and laptops is restricted as he focuses on his recovery, working with his care team to understand the crisis and develop coping mechanisms. His team has stated that the priority is giving him the time and space needed for his care and progress, without rushing his return home.