Kaia Gerber Navigates Grief Following Brother's Death

Kaia Gerber has been grappling with the loss of her brother, Presley, who died last month. For the past three weeks, the model has reportedly been staying at home, consumed by grief, with her boyfriend by her side. Sources close to Gerber describe her as being in "total shock" and barely eating.

Presley Gerber died at age 27 after a suspected overdose. He had been open about his struggles with drug addiction and mental health issues over the past decade. The siblings were reportedly very close, and his death has been a significant blow to Kaia.

Friends have expressed concerns about Gerber's well-being, noting that she has been disheveled and withdrawn during this period. "She was in total shock so it was a big emotional process just to come to the realization that she would never see her brother again," a source told the Daily Mail. Another insider added that Gerber has "not cut her hair or done her nails, and she has been in sweats."

Gerber's mother, Cindy Crawford, has reportedly been providing support, acting as a "mama bear" to help her daughter navigate this difficult time. Crawford has encouraged Gerber to maintain a routine to aid in coping with her grief. This encouragement led Gerber to a recent outing at a Los Angeles gym, accompanied by her boyfriend, Austin Butler, who has been described as her "rock."

Despite her current struggles, Gerber is expected to return to her professional commitments, including modeling and acting, in the near future. However, friends remain concerned about her ongoing grief process. "Kaia is still struggling with the death of her brother as they were extremely close," a source revealed.