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28th October 2024
09:20am GMT
Ric Flair’s stepson, Sebastian Kidder has died aged 24 after taking his own life.
His mother Wendy Barlow confirmed the news to TMZ Sports, saying that the family is heartbroken.
Barlow said: “I am devastated and shocked. This is an epidemic with your young men and mental health.”
Kidder was an up-and-coming musician and his career was just taking off.
Recently he appeared on FOX’s Good Day Atlanta where he performed one of his songs and talked about releasing his first album.
Flair, a professional wrestler, married Kidder’s mum Wendy back in 2018 after dating for several years. Flair had reportedly been a big part of Kidder's life for the best part of 15 years.
However, last month, Flair and Barlow announced they had split up after six years of marriage.
Flair issued a statement on Sunday night. It read: "I Have Spent Hours Wondering What To Say. After Hearing The News Of Sebastian's Passing, I Can Only Imagine What Wendy & Paul Are Going Through Having Lost A Son Approximately The Same Age In 2013.
"I'm So Thankful For The Time I Had With Sebastian. I Have So Many Great Memories & Bonding Time With Him As He Grew Up!
"He Stood Tall By His Mother Along With The Whole Family- Sophia, Paris, And Summer, While I Was Dying. He Was So Unselfish Sharing His Mother With Me As I Was Dying. And Also, At The Passing Of My Son Reid. He Was Multi-Talented & In Everybody's Eyes A Huge Success And Will Always Be Remembered That Way."
