George Clooney opens up about the loss of Presley Gerber

George Clooney has spoken publicly for the first time about the death of Presley Gerber. The actor said the loss has shaken his own family.

Clooney made the remarks to Entertainment Tonight during Friday night's Albies. "Quite honestly, it's one of the most devastating things that's happened to our family," he said.

Decades of friendship

Presley's parents are model Cindy Crawford and Rande Gerber. He was 27. Clooney and Rande have been friends for decades. Their families have long been close.

The two men also started Casamigos tequila together. They later sold the brand in a deal said to be worth $1 billion.

What is known about his death

Presley died on Sept. 20. He had recently entered a sober living home in Santa Monica.

Officials have not released a cause of death. Sources say investigators believe he died of an overdose.

Loved ones may reportedly gather for a private memorial at the family's Malibu house. It would let loved ones say goodbye away from cameras.