Perez Hilton’s Mother Seeks Temporary Custody of His Three Children Following His Hospitalization

12 August 2026

Perez Hilton’s mother, Teresita Lavandeira, has filed for temporary custody of the celebrity blogger’s three children following a serious mental health crisis that resulted in his hospitalization earlier this month.

Lavandeira filed the petition in Miami family court on August 7, according to public court records. The filing came three days after Hilton was hospitalized following a distressing livestream from his Miami home.

Hilton, 48, appeared visibly injured during the August 4 livestream and appeared to harm himself, prompting emergency intervention. Local authorities responded after receiving reports concerning his safety, and he was hospitalized under Florida’s Baker Act.

The state law allows authorities to temporarily hold someone for psychiatric evaluation under certain circumstances when the person may pose a danger to themselves or others.

Hilton’s family later revealed that the incident resulted in significant blood loss and additional injuries. They said he would require surgery and warned that his treatment and recovery were expected to be a lengthy process. Despite the seriousness of his injuries, the family described his condition as serious but stable in an August 8 update.

Hilton is the father of three children, Mario, 13, Mia, 11, and Mayte, 8. He welcomed all three through surrogacy and has frequently discussed how important fatherhood has become to his life.

The children have been living with Lavandeira in Miami, where the family recently relocated to be closer to relatives. Hilton previously lived in Las Vegas before returning to his hometown with his children.

According to Hilton’s family, his children, sister and niece were inside the residence shortly before the troubling livestream began. When relatives realized that Hilton was experiencing a severe crisis, they left the property.

Lavandeira’s custody petition appears intended to provide additional stability for the children while their father receives treatment. Her attorney said the filing was made to protect the children and ensure their needs are addressed during an exceptionally difficult period for the family.

The situation has also affected Hilton’s online presence. TikTok confirmed that his account was banned following the livestream. The platform had reportedly alerted authorities during the incident, adding another layer to the emergency response surrounding the broadcast.

Representatives for Hilton initially said they did not have additional confirmed information about his condition beyond what had already been released. His family has since focused its public statements on his recovery and the well-being of his children.

Hilton, whose real name is Mario Armando Lavandeira Jr., became one of the most recognizable celebrity bloggers of the 2000s. His website and outspoken commentary made him a controversial but influential figure during the early era of internet-driven celebrity coverage.

In later years, Hilton increasingly shared his experiences as a single father, frequently discussing raising his children and the decisions he made with their future in mind. The latest development shifts attention toward his family as they navigate both his recovery and the emotional impact of the crisis on his children.

For now, Lavandeira’s request concerns temporary custody rather than a permanent change in Hilton’s parental status. With his recovery expected to take time, the filing is designed to provide his three children with continuity and stability while their father focuses on treatment.