The Brief Perez Hilton's family and team issued a statement on Wednesday confirming he is receiving medical care, requesting privacy for his family. If you or someone you know is in a mental health crisis, help is available. MIAMI – Perez Hilton's family and team have broken their silence following his hospitalization on Tuesday, Aug. 4, confirming that the celebrity blogger is currently receiving medical care. What they're saying:In the message posted online, Hilton's team and family emphasized his current recovery. "We can confirm that Perez is receiving medical care, and our family's focus right now is on his well-being," the message read.