Celebrity blogger and podcast host Perez Hilton’s family is sharing a hopeful update as he continues to recover after being hospitalized earlier this week. In a statement released Wednesday, Aug. 5, Hilton’s family thanked supporters for the overwhelming response while revealing encouraging news about his condition. “Our family wants to once again thank everyone who has reached out with prayers, kind messages, and support for Perez. “We have also been able to confirm that Perez is able to communicate, which has given our family hope.” Hilton’s Family Previously Released a Brief StatementHilton was hospitalized after authorities responded to an emergency at his South Florida home.