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Ric Flair’s stepson Sebastian Kidder dies by suicide at the age of 24

Ric Flair’s stepson Sebastian Kidder dies by suicide at the age of 24

Ric Flair is mourning the death of his stepson, Sebastian Kidder, who died by suicide on Saturday at the age of 24.

Her mother, Wendy Barlow, He confirmed the tragic news to TMZ and told the press that the family was “heartbroken” by her son’s death.

“I am devastated and in shock. This is an epidemic for your young men. And mental health,” Barlow said.

Sebastian Kidder died by suicide at the age of 24 on Saturday. instagram
Ric Flair (right) and his stepson Sebastian Kidder (left). instagram

Police are currently investigating Kidder’s death from a gunshot wound Saturday afternoon at the family’s Georgia home.

Flair has made no public comment regarding Kidder’s death.

Kidder is Barlow’s son and former partner before marrying the WWE legend in 2018.

According to TMZ, Flair was a part of Kidder’s life before the nearly fifteen-year marriage between her mother and the professional wrestler.

Ric Flair (left) with Wendy Barlow (c.) and son Sebastian Kidder (right) instagram
Ric Flair (third from left) and Sebastian Kidder (second from right) in a family photo. instagram

Flair announced last month that he and Barlow we were leaving.

Kidder was a musician and released his debut album titled “Under the Moon” earlier this year.

As part of her promotional tour for the album’s release, Kidder appeared on “Good Day Atlanta” where she talked about the inspiration for the album.

“(The album was inspired by) a lot of pain, a lot of pain, a lot of crying in the corner and just hoping the words would come out. “No, I’m kidding,” Kidder said. According to US Weekly. “It’s actually quite romantic, (that’s) probably the essence of the album. “There’s a lot of sexual energy (and) a lot of lust, so it’s definitely something people can relate to.”

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During the interview, Kidder also revealed that Flair gave him “a lot of advice.”

Unfortunately, Kidder’s death is not Flair’s first loss of a child.

His son, Reid Flair, died of a drug overdose in March 2013 at the age of 25 after being discovered in a hotel room in Charlotte.

If you are struggling with suicidal thoughts or experiencing a mental health crisis you can call 988, text or chat on: 988lifeline.org For free and confidential crisis advice.