Jared Padalecki Apologizes for Perez Hilton Support Post

Actor Jared Padalecki issued an apology on Sunday, August 9, 2026, after facing online criticism for a social media post expressing support for celebrity blogger Perez Hilton. Padalecki, 44, known for his roles in Supernatural and Walker, deleted his initial message and clarified that he was unaware of Hilton's controversial history.

The controversy began after Hilton, 48, was hospitalized in Miami on Tuesday, August 4, following a disturbing TikTok livestream in which he engaged in apparent acts of self-harm. Authorities responded to his home after receiving multiple 911 calls, and he was placed under Florida's Baker Act for a 72-hour emergency mental health evaluation. His family later stated he remained hospitalized in serious but stable condition, having sustained significant blood loss and injuries requiring surgery.

On Saturday, August 8, Padalecki posted a message of support to Hilton on social media. "Just wanted to reach out and let you know that you're in my thoughts," he wrote. "I hope you are trying as best as you can to be kind to yourself right now." The post quickly drew backlash from users who pointed out Hilton's long history of bullying and targeting...