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Presley Gerber's Heartbreaking Last Hours at Rehab Revealed New

Presley Gerber's Heartbreaking Last Hours at Rehab Revealed

See more of our coverage in your search results. Presley Gerber’s tragic final moments in rehab before his death at 27 have been captured in a video exclusively obtained by Page Six.In the footage, the late son of Rande Gerber and Cindy Crawford is seen filming himself in Resolutions Living in Santa Monica, Calif., on the evening before he died by an apparent overdose.Presley is wearing a white tank top, a silver chain necklace and black eyeglasses in the clip. His distinct neck tattoos could also be seen in the video.Presley Gerber was seen inside his Santa Monica rehab facility just hours before his death on Sept. 20 in a video exclusively obtained by Page Six (seen above). Page SixThe model filmed himself inside a shared bedroom of the facility (seen here). Page SixHe proceeds to film the inside of his living quarters, which features multiple beds and a balcony overlooking the manicured property and city skyline.Two sources confirm to Page Six that the video was filmed Saturday night.A rep for the Gerber family did not respond to Page Six’s request for comment.The model died of an apparent overdose while staying at the luxurious $7.7 million rehab facility on Sept. 20. He was 27.The facility features living quarters, a movie theater, gym, city views and nearby mountains, as well as a fully stocked kitchen with meals curated by chefs for residents.The room featured a bathroom and several beds, according to the clip (seen above). Page SixThere were clothes laid out on some of the beds (seen above). Page SixIn regard to treatment, the website describes residents participating in a “three-phase recovery program” that includes “goal-setting activities, volunteer work and character-building exercises.” Insiders told Page Six that Presley had checked into the facility the same weekend he was pronounced dead.In dispatch audio obtained by Page Six, authorities responded to a “cardiac arrest” and “overdose.” Another source told us Presley “seemed off” and “didn’t seem like himself” in the days leading up to his death.There were also other belongings shown in the video (seen above). Page SixPresley filmed a balcony inside the facility (seen above). Page SixAfter the news of his death surfaced, a family rep told Page Six in a statement that they are asking for “privacy during this very difficult and painful time.”A source previously told Page Six that Presley’s sister, Kaia Gerber, is struggling to cope with his passing, as they shared an extremely close bond.“Kaia and Presley were insanely close. I don’t know how she’s going to go on without him,” the source said. “They were way more than brother and sister. She is heartbroken. They were like best friends.”He also captured the view from the rehab center from outside his window (seen above). Page SixThe clip showed the rehab’s manicured property (seen above). Page SixAnother insider told us that Presley’s mom is “devastated” and “inconsolable” after losing her only son. “They were so close,” the source said. “What you saw online and in the press wasn’t just for that purpose. They were a tight-knit family and [sister] Kaia and Presley were more than just siblings. Cindy has to be beyond gutted.”Presley was reportedly cremated at the Rose Family Funeral Home, with the family planning to keep his ashes at his parents’ Malibu home.Rande and Cindy are allegedly “struggling emotionally” to plan a memorial for their late son. “Their priority is to keep it private, without media or paparazzi there,” a source told People. Presley is the son of Cindy Crawdford and Rande Gerber (seen above with their son in 2017). Billy Farrell/BFA / ShutterstockKaia Gerber (seen here with Presley in 2015) is struggling to deal with the loss of her brother. Getty Images for Teen VogueAn official cause of death has yet to be revealed.Presley had struggled with an addiction to opioids for years. He also battled depression and was arrested for a DUI in 2018, for which he pleaded no contest and was put on probation for three years.Through it all, Cindy has stood by her son’s side and shown him her unwavering support.His family (seen above with Presley in 2018) has been supportive amid his addiction issues. ZUMAPRESS.comRande and Cindy (seen above with Presley and Kaia in May) are reportedly struggling to plan their son’s memorial. WWD via Getty Images“Cindy was extremely involved in everything when it came to Kaia and Presley growing up,” a source previously told us. “She never missed a school function and was on top of everything when it came to her kids.”“I’m sure that Cindy would make sure her kid was going to the best rehab though,” the source added. “That’s the kind of mom she was. She was so involved in everything for them.”If you or someone you care about is affected by any of the issues raised in this story, call SAMHSA’s National Helpline at 1-800-662-HELP (4357).  Community GuidelinesWelcome to the Page Six Community!Our community is about connecting people through open and thoughtful conversations. We want our readers to share their views and exchange ideas in a safe space.In order to do so, we've created a simple set of rules that will improve your experience.Simply put, keep it civil.Your post will/might be rejected if it contains: Spam Insults, profanity, incoherent, obscene or inflammatory language and threats of any kind Attacks on the identity of other commenters or the article's author User accounts will/might be blocked if we notice: Continuous attempts to re-post comments that have been previously moderated/rejected Racist, sexist, or homophobic comments Attempts or tactics that put the site security at risk So, how can you be a power user? 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Sep 29, 2026
Terrifying Moment a Giant Snake Invades Family's Front Yard New

Terrifying Moment a Giant Snake Invades Family's Front Yard

A quiet day turned into raw terror in seconds. A colossal snake lay coiled across a family’s front yard, so close to the door it might as well have been guarding it. A woman froze in panic, children’s sandals and a tiny bicycle scattered nearby. Neighbors watched, powerless, as the reptile refused to mo… Continues… Related PostsGiant snakeNo one in that house will ever forget how close danger came that day. What should have been an ordinary afternoon became a slow-motion nightmare, with a… The Sun-Dried Mystery: How Homemade Pasta Turned an Ordinary Backyard Into a Neighborhood PuzzleThe first time I saw them, my heart jolted. Long, pale shapes hanging in perfect rows, swaying silently in a neighbor’s yard. Day after day, they stayed… The Sun-Dried Mystery: How Homemade Pasta Turned an Ordinary Backyard Into a Neighborhood PuzzleI spent weeks circling that quiet house, pretending not to stare while those pale strands shifted gently in the breeze. In a neighborhood where nothing ever changed,… Your Sleeping Position Determines How Lazy You AreYour bed is about to betray you. The way you sleep—arms flung wide, curled up tight, or clinging to a pillow—just got slapped with a “lazy level”… Your Sleeping Position Determines How Lazy You AreIn this tongue‑in‑cheek ranking, every sleeping pose becomes a tiny stage for imagined personality quirks and “lazy levels” that are meant to entertain, not accuse. Arms‑Up sleepers,… What Your Eye Color May Symbolically Reveal About Your Personality and the Traits You Value MostGreen eyes are often associated with creativity, passion, independence, and mystery. People with green eyes are sometimes described as confident individuals who enjoy thinking for themselves and…

Sep 29, 2026
Doctors Stunned by Shocking Extraction From Severe Back Acne New

Doctors Stunned by Shocking Extraction From Severe Back Acne

Home Stories What Doctors Extracted From This Man’s Severe Back Acne Left Them In Shock! ⚠️😱👇 Back acne is caused by sweat, oil, and bacteria clogging pores along the spine. While mild breakouts clear up with daily cleansing, large and painful cysts must be treated by a doctor to prevent infection and scarring… READ MORE BELOW Related Posts I Thought Making The Bed Was Just Good Guest Etiquette, But Apparently, There’s A Better Way To Leave ItWhile whether to strip or make a bed at the end of a stay depends on your relationship with the host, the length of stay, and the… An Adult Asked For A Kids’ Meal, What Happened Next Started A Bigger Debate Than ExpectedA growing tension in restaurants over adults ordering from kids’ menus pits customers seeking smaller, budget-friendly portions against businesses managing profit margins—revealing that what seems like a… 👀 I Was Walking Along The Shore With My Dog When I Suddenly Spotted Something Strange… I Had No Idea What I Was Looking At… See moreAfter a close encounter with a stranded ocean creature, a dog owner learned from a biologist that it was a lethal roughtail stingray whose venomous barb remains… Nepal Braces For Another Possible Flash Flood As 65 Americans Remain Missing… See moreFollowing a catastrophic glacial collapse along the Nepal-China border that triggered massive inland “tsunami” flash floods, leaving 353 dead and nearly 1,500 people missing—including hundreds of international… The iconic voice behind our entire childhood has officially fallen silent at 85… See moreThe legendary Canadian voice actor whose commanding yet gentle baritone brought the iconic Autobot leader Optimus Prime to life for more than four decades, alongside beloved characters… I Thought Someone Had Played A Cruel Prank, Until We Found Something Belonging To My Missing So… See moreThree years after their young son Mason vanished at a town festival, a grieving couple woke to find their swimming pool filled with his favorite water beads…

Sep 29, 2026
What Your First Animal Sighting Reveals About Your Personality New

What Your First Animal Sighting Reveals About Your Personality

Have you ever looked up at the sky and seen something completely unexpected? Clouds are nature’s very own canvas, but sometimes they like to play tricks on our minds!Take a quick look at the image below. What is the very first animal that catches your eye? Don’t think too hard—just trust your immediate instinct!Whether you spot an Elephant, a Giraffe, or maybe something entirely different, your answer might reveal a lot about how your brain works. Let’s dive in and see what your choice says about you!1. If You Saw an ElephantIf your eyes immediately landed on a grand, magnificent elephant, you are likely a left-brained thinker!Your Superpower: Logic, patience, and incredible attention to detail.Your Vibe: You are the rock of your friend group. People come to you when they need solid advice or help solving a complex problem. You see the big structure before anything else, and you appreciate stability, wisdom, and strength.The Verdict: You are calm, reliable, and practically impossible to fool!2. If You Saw a GiraffeIf you immediately spotted a tall, elegant giraffe reaching for the sky, you are a classic right-brained creative!Your Superpower: Imagination, big-picture thinking, and aiming high.Your Vibe: You always keep your head in the clouds—literally! You are an optimist who dreams big and sees beauty where others just see normal things. You are flexible, adaptable, and always looking at life from a unique, high-level perspective.The Verdict: You are a visionary who inspires everyone around you to dream bigger!3. Wait… Did You See a Whale or a Dolphin Instead?Hold on a second! If you looked at the dark cloud in the center and immediately thought, “Wait, that’s clearly a whale or a giant fish swimming in an orange sky!”—congratulations, you broke the quiz!Your Superpower: Pure originality and out-of-the-box thinking.Your Vibe: You don’t like following strict rules or limited options. Why choose between an elephant and a giraffe when there’s a giant sky-whale right in front of you? You are independent, humorous, and love questioning the status quo.The Verdict: You trust your own eyes rather than what people tell you to see. You are 100% unique!So, What’s the Real Answer?Science tells us that both sides of our brain work together every single day. But personality tests like this are a fun way to pause, laugh, and appreciate how differently we all view the world!So, which one was it for you? Drop your answer in the comments below and tag a friend to see if they see the same thing!

Sep 29, 2026
US Blocks Canadian Booze and Bikes: What's Really Behind the Ban? New

US Blocks Canadian Booze and Bikes: What's Really Behind the Ban?

See more of our coverage in your search results. The US began blocking imports of dozens of types of Canadian goods on Tuesday as President Trump’s latest trade measures against Ottawa took effect.The restrictions kicked in at 12:01 a.m. Eastern time and hit a wide range of packaged booze, along with whey, molasses, non-alcoholic beer and one narrow class of big-engine motorcycles.The White House rolled out the three measures under broad headings covering alcohol, dairy and motor vehicles.But the actual bans are much narrower than those labels might suggest.The US began blocking imports of dozens of categories of Canadian goods on Sept. 29, including packaged alcoholic beverages, whey products, molasses and non-alcoholic beer. Ethan Cairns/The Canadian Press via APTogether, the three measures cover 68 tariff classifications — 53 involving alcoholic beverages, 14 under the dairy-related action and just one for motorcycles.Canadian cheese, for example, isn’t banned even though the dairy dispute grew out of Canada’s treatment of US cheese tariff-rate quotas.Instead, that action blocks certain Canadian whey products, several kinds of molasses and non-alcoholic beer.The motor-vehicle ban is similarly narrow. It doesn’t block Canadian passenger cars.It covers just one tariff classification: motorcycles, mopeds and similar cycles with internal-combustion engines larger than 800cc.Alcohol makes up the vast majority of the banned tariff lines.Canadian alcohol accounts for most of the tariff classifications covered by the new US import restrictions, which took effect Sept. 29. REUTERSThe list includes beer, wine and cider, as well as whisky, rum, gin, vodka, brandy, liqueurs and other spirits.Even then, not every Canadian alcoholic beverage is banned.Many of the restrictions apply only to products the government calls “Packaged” — booze sold in bottles, cans, boxes, kegs or similar containers for direct consumption. Other entries depend on factors such as container size, alcohol content or customs value.That means whether a shipment gets blocked can come down to its exact tariff classification, packaging, size, alcohol content or value.The latest US measures bar certain Canadian goods from entering the country, while many other Canadian imports remain subject to tariffs rather than an outright ban. AFP via Getty ImagesThe bans are the latest escalation in a trade fight that had already saddled some Canadian goods with 50% tariffs.Trump first imposed those tariffs in three proclamations issued in July. They took effect Aug. 22 after a three-day suspension expired.The White House went a step further on Sept. 8, shifting some of those goods from steep tariffs to an outright import ban.The administration relied on Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930, which allows the president, under certain conditions, to raise tariffs or block imports if the US finds that another country is discriminating against American trade.President Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney have been locked in a widening trade dispute that has brought tariffs and new US import restrictions on certain Canadian goods. REUTERSThe White House says Canada kept up or increased the trade practices it deemed discriminatory after the tariffs were imposed.Canadian officials have pushed back on the US measures, calling the tariffs unjustified.Canada has hit back with tariffs of its own, imposing levies of 15% to 50% on $19.5 billion worth of US goods, including steel, dairy products, farm equipment, appliances, furniture, clothing and electronics.Ottawa has called the measures a “dollar for dollar” response to US tariffs on Canadian goods.

Sep 29, 2026
Maria Shriver's Emotional Tribute to Son Christopher Sparks Reactions New

Maria Shriver's Emotional Tribute to Son Christopher Sparks Reactions

Maria Shriver gushed about son Christopher and shared rare photos in a sweet 29th birthday tribute. “Today is @c1lotsoffun‘s birthday,” Shriver, 70, wrote via Instagram on Monday, September 28, alongside a carousel of snaps with her youngest child. “Happy birthday to this wonderful, kind, loving, caring, fun, funny, wise young man!” The former first lady of California continued, “You may be my baby, but I will always look up to you. I admire the way you walk in the world. I admire the way you make people feel. I admire the way you look for the good in everyone. God blessed me when he made me your mother, and you bless everybody’s life that you walk into. Have a wonderful day on your birthday! Know you are loved, and I love you! Love, mommy. ♥️����.” In her post, Shriver included a black-and-white throwback photo of herself snuggling up to Christopher when he was a child. The I Am Maria author also shared more recent pics, including snaps at a University of Michigan football game, on a boat and in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris. Shriver shares Christopher, as well as daughters Katherine, 36, and Christina, 35, and son Patrick, 33, with ex-husband Arnold Schwarzenegger. (The Terminator star, 79, is also a dad to son Joseph, 28, with Mildred Patricia Baena.) Katherine also shared a tribute to her brother, featuring several throwback snaps. “Happy birthday to the greatest of all baby brother Christopher!” she wrote. “You’re the best. I love you tons.” Unlike his parents and siblings Katherine and Patrick, Christopher has chosen to live his life mostly out of the spotlight. However, last year, he publicly opened up about his 30-pound weight loss journey. “It was a big process,” he shared while speaking on a panel at the inaugural Beacher Vitality Happy & Healthy Summit in Los Angeles in May 2025. “I started in 2019 when I was living in Australia. I was on this big trip. I made it a big [deal] like, ‘Oh, I’m going to go out and do all this stuff, be in Australia,’ and I just saw how much my weight was prohibiting me from doing the everyday activities.” Christopher noted that he “tried everything” to lose weight over the years, but nothing worked for him long-term. “I was doing meal delivery things in high school, and I remember feeling like a weirdo when I was bringing weird lunches to school,” he admitted. “It’s not an overnight thing, but it took a lot of trial and error. And even still to this day … when you’re saying, ‘Oh, before-and-after photos’ … I don’t feel like I’m an ‘after’ yet. I don’t feel like I’m at the point.” Christopher revealed that giving up bread during the Catholic holiday Lent last year gave him the push he needed. “I was like, ‘Well, if I’m giving up bread, I might as well just take the opportunity,' and I’m a good Catholic boy, so I’m not going to break it,” he explained. “And that was my one rule. I was like, ‘I’m not going to break Lent.’ And so, I lost 30 pounds just through that.”

Sep 29, 2026
Jesse Williams' Playful Baby Announcement Has Fans Talking New

Jesse Williams' Playful Baby Announcement Has Fans Talking

Jesse Williams and partner Alejandra Onieva have welcomed their first baby together, his third. In a Monday, September 28, Instagram video, Williams, 45, opened the fridge to rummage through baby bottles as Onieva, 34, spoke Spanish with a group in the background. “English, alright, English! I want my son to speak English,” he said to the people behind him. “Bad enough his name is Hector.” The video appears to be a reenactment of 1989’s Do The Right Thing, where Spike Lee’s character says nearly the same words while going through the fridge. Williams shared a clip from the film in his Instagram carousel on Monday. Williams did not share further details about the pair’s child, captioning the upload with a series of emojis, “�� �� �� �� �� ☀️ �� ��.” Onieva, for her part, reposted the carousel via her Instagram Story on Monday and also shared a clip of the baby’s feet resting on her stomach. News broke in May that Onieva was expecting the couple’s first child together. Onieva later confirmed her pregnancy while sharing several photos to Instagram featuring her growing baby bump. Williams and Onieva initially crossed paths on the set of Prime Video’s Hotel Costiera in 2024. The pair were later spotted spending time together off screen the following year. The Grey’s Anatomy actor previously welcomed daughter Sadie and son Maceo with ex-wife Aryn Drake-Lee. The pair, who wed in 2012, separated five years later. Williams, for his part, has been candid about navigating parenthood through the years. In 2023, Williams shared that his upbringing has "tremendously influenced” how he has strived to raise his children. “You try to make sure to expand on the good and try to reduce things that were scary or negatively influenced you and protect your kids without rendering them unprepared for the realities of their life,” Williams told Parade at the time. “So all of that stuff is informative, and I think all parents can relate to hearing their own parents in their voice as they parent. I definitely find myself surprised at how often I sound like my dad or mom.” The following year, Williams opened up about finding time to be there for his children while filming Hotel Costiera in Italy. “[I was] waking up at 3 a.m. to call the kids because I'm nine hours ahead of them, so sleep was really tough,” he told People in 2025.

Sep 29, 2026
Why Jesse Williams' Newest Baby Announcement Has Everyone Talking New

Why Jesse Williams' Newest Baby Announcement Has Everyone Talking

Jesse Williams and partner Alejandra Onieva have welcomed their first baby together, his third. In a Monday, September 28, Instagram video, Williams, 45, opened the fridge to rummage through baby bottles as Onieva, 34, spoke Spanish with a group in the background. “English, alright, English! I want my son to speak English,” he said to the people behind him. “Bad enough his name is Hector.” The video appears to be a reenactment of 1989’s Do The Right Thing, where Spike Lee’s character says nearly the same words while going through the fridge. Williams shared a clip from the film in his Instagram carousel on Monday. Williams did not share further details about the pair’s child, captioning the upload with a series of emojis, “�� �� �� �� �� ☀️ �� ��.” Onieva, for her part, reposted the carousel via her Instagram Story on Monday and also shared a clip of the baby’s feet resting on her stomach. News broke in May that Onieva was expecting the couple’s first child together. Onieva later confirmed her pregnancy while sharing several photos to Instagram featuring her growing baby bump. Williams and Onieva initially crossed paths on the set of Prime Video’s Hotel Costiera in 2024. The pair were later spotted spending time together off screen the following year. The Grey’s Anatomy actor previously welcomed daughter Sadie and son Maceo with ex-wife Aryn Drake-Lee. The pair, who wed in 2012, separated five years later. Williams, for his part, has been candid about navigating parenthood through the years. In 2023, Williams shared that his upbringing has "tremendously influenced” how he has strived to raise his children. “You try to make sure to expand on the good and try to reduce things that were scary or negatively influenced you and protect your kids without rendering them unprepared for the realities of their life,” Williams told Parade at the time. “So all of that stuff is informative, and I think all parents can relate to hearing their own parents in their voice as they parent. I definitely find myself surprised at how often I sound like my dad or mom.” The following year, Williams opened up about finding time to be there for his children while filming Hotel Costiera in Italy. “[I was] waking up at 3 a.m. to call the kids because I'm nine hours ahead of them, so sleep was really tough,” he told People in 2025.

Sep 29, 2026
Texas Teacher Sparks Outrage with Light Sentence After Parent's Shocking Testimony New

Texas Teacher Sparks Outrage with Light Sentence After Parent's Shocking Testimony

See more of our coverage in your search results. A Texas high school teacher who admitted to having sex with two teenage boys received only a slap on the wrist after one of the teen’s fathers offered his support and claimed his son was “thriving” and not traumatized by the relationship.Shelby Dawn Lashombe, 25, of Waco, who was facing decades behind bars, received a sweetheart deal of deferred probation for six years and a $1,000 fine as part of a plea deal with prosecutors last week, KWTX reported.The judge additionally ordered Lashombe to spend just four weekends in jail and another 60 days working on the county chain gang. Shelby Dawn Lashombe will only spend a few weekends in jail, a judge ruled last week. McLennan County Sheriff's OfficeIn cases ending with deferred probation, there is no final judgement of guilt and Lashombe will avoid felony conviction if she complies with the conditions of probation. Judge Thomas West told Lashombe in court Friday that he would have given her a more severe sentence if one of the boys’ fathers had not testified that his son is doing well after the twisted tryst.The boy’s father said his son is going to counseling but was not traumatized by what happened. He is excelling academically, playing well on his school football team and has recently been accepted to several universities, the dad said, according to KWTX.His son is “thriving” and does not feel victimized, the dad continued, adding that he does not consider Lashombe to be a sexual predator and does not want to see her go to prison.However that same boy’s mother, who is reportedly in a custody battle with the father, whom she divorced, said her son suffers from depression, anxiety and has isolated himself from friends and family. Lashombe was a teacher at Valley Mills high school in central Texas. Valley Mills Independent School District / FacebookHe wanted to switch schools, stopped going to Catholic Mass and skipped his high school prom, the mother said in an impact statement. She claimed Lashombe’s “calculated and predatory actions” robbed her son’s innocence.Lashombe was busted in September 2025 after police received a tip-off that she was spotted kissing a 16-year-old student. Neither of the victims were students at Valley Mills High School in central Texas, where Lashombe was teaching at the time of her arrest. She’s since been working at a furniture manufacturing company in nearby Waco, according to KWTX.The 16-year-old Lashombe was caught smooching, a known family friend, told investigators that he had sex with the teacher “more than once,” and that she knew he was underage, according to an arrest affidavit. Lashombe said that they had been having sex for about six months.Lashombe also admitted to having sex with a second boy who was under the age of 17, and who attended a different school to the first victim.“She had no control over them. She had no power as a teacher over them,” Lashombe’s attorney Cody Cleveland said. “The boys independently reached out to her through social media and one thing led to another. But this was not a situation where she used any authority as a teacher over them to make them enter into what would be considered nonconsensual acts.”Some 50 people packed into the courtroom for her sentencing hearing on Friday, nearly all of them there to support Lashombe, KWTX reported.Lashombe pleaded guilty in April to two counts of improper relationship between educator and student — second-degree felonies punishable by up to 20 years in prison.The judge said he was also moved to reduce Lashombe’s sentence due to testimony from her therapist, who said Lashombe has been diagnosed with adjustment disorders, anxiety and depression. She said the teacher also developed symptoms of PTSD for the eight hours she spent in jail after her arrest.

Sep 29, 2026
New iPhone's Color Fiasco: Why Buyers Are Demanding Refunds New

New iPhone's Color Fiasco: Why Buyers Are Demanding Refunds

See more of our coverage in your search results. This isn’t the color of money.Despite costing over $1,000, the new iPhone 18 Pro is sending some shoppers into buyer’s remorse, with reports that the so-called state-of-the-art devices are beginning to fade.Apple fans have taken to social media to complain that the $1,199 device, which dropped on September 18, was showing signs of discoloration around the three rear cameras. The color drain was particularly pronounced in Burgundy and Black models.“Hey everyone, I noticed that the area around my camera lenses looks slightly lighter/pinkish compared to the surrounding camera housing,” declared one user. “There is no oil, residue, or dirt on the phone, and I’ve cleaned the area carefully. I’m also not seeing any scratches, dents, or physical damage.”The discoloration primarily affected the lens area. Andy Lockhart / FacebookAn accompanying photo showed the Burgundy phone’s triple lenses ringed with slightly pink halos. “I have the same thing on Burgundy Pro Max,” declared another. “Everyone that’s saying you just need to wipe it off is wrong, it does not wipe off. It’s a discoloration on the unit.”Others claimed their iPhones were unintentionally two-toned upon arrival, ruling out the effects of normal wear and tear or improper cleaning. “My black iPhone 18 Pro Max came in the exact same way,” complained one bummed-out customer.“Mine looks exactly the same,” lamented another. “It was that way out of the box. I figured I would clean it off when I got home. The stains are not going away, no matter what I’ve done.”Reddit users claimed that the discoloration wasn’t due to normal wear and tear. Reddit / Low_Midnight_2601Some said they’d already requested a full refund. “Mine is horrible. Already on its way back to Apple,” wrote one dissatisfied techhead.Coincidentally, customers who’d bought the silver or pale blue “glacier” models didn’t report any pigment problems.The defect affected the Burgundy and Black versions, according to users. ZUMAPRESS.comThis isn’t the first time an iPhone has caused a pigment panic.Apple customers complained that the iPhone 17 Pro‘s Cosmic Orange model had changed to pink within weeks of its debut.Why?AppleInsider chalked up this defect to the colorization process.Both the 17s and the iPhone 18 Pros undergo anodization, which involves submersion in an electrolytic bath to form a porous aluminum oxide layer. This infuses the structure with the pigment, theoretically creating a coat that won’t come off.Meanwhile, an improperly applied seal can leave Apple devices susceptible to contaminants such as water or skin oils, any of which can affect the hue.Some leakers claimed that Apple had failed to address the problem, suggesting that future models — such as the iPhone 18 — would be vulnerable as well.

Sep 29, 2026