The sudden death of Presley Gerber, son of supermodel Cindy Crawford and businessman Rande Gerber, has sent shockwaves through the entertainment world. Among the most talked-about reactions is that of George Clooney, who was not only a close friend of the family but also a business partner of Rande Gerber for years.
The case has once again drawn attention to the strong relationship Clooney maintains with the Gerbers, a bond that goes well beyond the conventional friendship between celebrities and helps explain why this loss has resonated so deeply within his circle.
A Friendship Forged Decades Ago
The relationship between George Clooney and Rande Gerber began in New York, long before both became leading figures in their respective fields. Over the years, that friendship evolved into something akin to brotherhood, according to various outlets that have followed both men's careers.
That bond didn't remain purely personal. Clooney and Gerber decided to join forces in business as well, founding Casamigos together, the tequila brand that went on to become a hugely successful international venture.
The Family’s Uncle George
Thanks to that closeness, George Clooney became a regular presence in the home of Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber. Both Presley and his sister, model Kaia Gerber, grew up viewing the actor as an almost family figure.
In fact, both siblings affectionately came to call him
