Full Breakdown
Kaia Gerber Reveals Childhood Exorcism Involving Didgeridoo
8/19/2026, 3:45:32 AM
The Exorcism Account
In a recent interview on *The Mitch Churi Chat Show* promoting her upcoming FX series *The Shards*, 24-year-old model and actor Kaia Gerber disclosed that she underwent an exorcism as a child after her parents believed she was “haunted.” Gerber said her mother, supermodel Cindy Crawford, became concerned after Gerber’s involvement with the horror anthology *American Horror Story* and sent her to a set equipped with holy water, warning that she did not want her daughter to become possessed. Gerber recounted that she was told she was possessed and that the exorcism was performed by playing a didgeridoo—a traditional Australian Aboriginal wind instrument—over her body. She added that the experience has shaped a lifelong sense of connection to the supernatural, describing herself as casually attracting beings from another dimension.
Family Influence and Career Context
Crawford’s intervention reflects the family’s protective stance toward Gerber’s early exposure to horror-themed media. Gerber, who has modeled for major fashion brands and appeared in the 2023 comedy *Bottoms* and the 2024 *Saturday Night Live* dramatization *Saturday Night*, has previously discussed her role on *American Horror Story* but had not publicly shared the exorcism story until this interview.
Cultural Element of the Ritual
The didgeridoo, identified in the interview as a wind instrument developed by Aboriginal peoples of Australia, was described as the central tool used during the exorcism. Its continuous drone was reportedly employed to cleanse Gerber of the alleged possession.
Media Coverage and Public Interest
Gerber’s revelation marks the first public account of the episode, prompting media outlets to highlight the unusual nature of the ritual and its connection to her entertainment projects. The interview served both to promote *The Shards* and to provide a personal anecdote that has attracted attention to Gerber’s experiences with the supernatural.
