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PEREZ Hilton is still in a serious condition and needs surgery after “significant blood loss” following a disturbing TikTok video, his family has said.

In a statement published on Hilton’s website, his family confirmed he “remains hospitalised under Florida’s Baker Act” and has a long road to recovery ahead.

The family said: “His communication has been extremely limited and confined to immediate family, medical providers, and others directly involved in his care.

“Perez’s condition remains serious but stable.

“He experienced significant blood loss and sustained additional injuries that will require surgery in the coming days. His treatment and recovery will be a long process.”

They added that his mother and sister went to the hospital on Friday to check up on the celebrity blogger.

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“As our family remains focused on Perez’s treatment and recovery, we also need the space and privacy to care for everyone affected by this situation,” the statement added.

The update comes after Hilton was rushed to hospital following what paramedics described as a “suicide attempt” at his Miami home.

Police received multiple 911 calls from concerned viewers who reported that the TV star was in severe distress during a livestream.

A family insider told the Daily Mail: “He’s a man in a lot of pain. I think right now he’s focused on the physical, but it’s all tied together.

“No one deserves the torment he’s going through.”

The gossip columnist is said to be “stable and alert” and was reportedly able to speak with his mother, Teresita Lavandeira, in the hospital.

According to the source, his first words to his mum were: “I need help.”

They added: “But I don’t think he’s quite self-aware enough yet [to realise what happened].

“He’s still in a dark place as I understand it. Just very, very sad.”

Hilton, whose real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., sparked alarm after experiencing a mental health crisis in front of thousands of viewers.

Emergency dispatch audio has since revealed the tense hours leading up to his rescue, as police attempted to make contact with him.

In one dispatch recording, two men can be heard discussing a “man down call” involving a “live streamer” who was broadcasting himself while in severe distress, leaving viewers “upset”.

Police are believed to have arrived at Hilton’s rental home at around 7.10 pm and spent several hours trying to make contact with him while speaking with concerned relatives.

A second dispatch recording, obtained by The U.S. Sun and timestamped at around 10.41pm, shows operators later classifying the incident as a reported “suicide attempt” while requesting additional assistance.

At around 11pm, officers said they were entering the home.

Hilton was transported to hospital minutes later.

Earlier this year, Hilton spent three weeks in hospital after battling sepsis, amid a series of health problems including an ulcer and blood clot.

The illnesses were reportedly linked to taking flu medication on an empty stomach.

Hilton shot to fame in the early 2000s with his celebrity gossip blog, where he offered his often controversial take on the biggest stars’ stories of the day.

He quickly became known for his outspoken opinions on the celebrities dominating the headlines.

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Aug. 6 (UPI) — The family of celebrity blogger Perez Hilton said in a statement that he is “able to communicate” following an incident of apparent self-harm during a livestream earlier this week.

Hilton, 48, was hospitalized after appearing to commit an act of self harm on TikTok on Tuesday. The Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office said he has been hospitalized under the state’s Baker Act which allows authorities to keep someone held if they pose a threat to themselves or others.

“Our family wants to once again thank everyone who has reached out with prayers, kind messages, and support for Perez,” Hilton’s family said in a statement on Wednesday. “Your compassionate humanity during this profoundly heartbreaking time has meant more than words can express. We have also been able to confirm that Perez is able to communicate, which has given our family hope.”

After the TikTok livestream, emergency responders were called to Hilton’s home. A short time later he was rushed to a local hospital.

The sheriff’s office said in a statement that they received reports of a man “livestreaming acts of self-harm on social media.” They did not identify that man as Hilton, who is renowned as one of the world’s most prominent celebrity gossip bloggers.

“We respectfully ask for your continued prayers, understanding, and grace as Perez continues to recover,” the statement from Hilton’s family reads. “We will share additional updates as we receive confirmed information and are able to do so.”

Hilton’s TikTok account has been deactivated and the livestream has been removed, though some users have screen recorded and circulated the video.

Hilton was born Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., before taking on the pseudonym “Perez Hilton.”

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Aug. 5 (UPI) — Police in Miami responded to the home of celebrity blogger Perez Hilton on Tuesday after receiving reports that he was livestreaming “acts of self-harm” on social media.

Hilton, 48, was seen on TikTok harming himself with a knife and making cuts on his body, ABC News reported. His torso and face were reportedly bloodied.

Multiple people watching the livestream called the police, prompting deputies with the Miami-Dade County Sheriff’s Office to be dispatched to his home.

Law enforcement spoke to several members of his family and found out he was alone in the house.

Upon arrival, deputies “tactically disengaged while continuing to monitor the situation.”

“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,” the sheriff’s office said in a statement provided to news outlets.

“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.”

Hilton, real name Mario Lavandeira Jr., first came to prominence in the early 2000s with his celebrity gossip blog. He has three young children.

“We are aware of the concerning content circulating online involving our client, Perez Hilton,” Golden Artists Entertainment said in a statement to Variety. “At this time, we have not been able to make direct contact with him, despite our ongoing efforts to reach him.”

“Our primary concern is Perez’s health and well-being, as well as the well-being of his family,” the statement continued. “Until we have confirmed information, we will not speculate or comment further.”