Miami Police Respond to Perez Hilton Self-Harm Livestream

Police in Miami responded to the home of celebrity blogger Perez Hilton on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, following emergency calls about a disturbing livestream on TikTok that appeared to show Hilton harming himself. Deputies from the Miami-Dade County Sheriff's Office confirmed they were dispatched after receiving multiple calls regarding a person livestreaming acts of self-harm.

Video clips circulating online, which have since been removed, reportedly showed Hilton covered in blood and brandishing a knife, inflicting injuries on himself. Witnesses to the livestream recounted hearing him make alarming statements, including "I want to be dead," and reportedly threatening to provoke police.

Upon arrival at the Miami residence, deputies spoke with family members present and confirmed that Hilton was alone inside. According to a statement from the Sheriff's Office, authorities then made a decision to tactically disengage while continuing to monitor the situation from a distance.

"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...