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Perez Hilton's Mother Seeks Temporary Custody Amid Ongoing Hospitalization

Perez Hilton remains hospitalized after a self-harm livestream, and his mother has filed for temporary custody of his children.

Perez Hilton was hospitalized after a TikTok livestream in which he seemed to self-harm, prompting a rapid response from the Miami-Dade County sheriff’s office. He has stayed in the hospital for over a week, with his family noting significant blood loss and other injuries, and describing his recovery as a long process. Court documents reveal that he consented to his mother, Natalie F. Guerra-Valdes, taking temporary custody of his children to provide them with normalcy during their healing.

The family has asked media and paparazzi to stay away from their home, emphasizing the children’s need to recover from the trauma. TikTok acknowledged a moderation error that delayed the removal of the livestream and subsequently banned his account. Representatives from his talent agency, Golden Artists Entertainment, said they have been unable to contact him but remain focused on his health and privacy.

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The story highlights concerns about mental-health crises, child welfare, and the responsibilities of platforms during live emergencies.

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