WWE Legend Ric Flair’s Stepson Sebastian Kidder Tragically Dies By Suicide At 24

The stepson of wrestling icon Ric Flair, Sebastian Kidder, has died at the age of 24. On Sunday, October 27, Flair’s former partner and Kidder’s mother, Wendy Barlow, confirmed to TMZ that her son, an up-and-coming musician, committed suicide on October 27. 26.

“I am devastated and shocked,” Barlow told the newspaper. “This is an epidemic among young men and mental health.”

TMZ reported that Kidder died of a gunshot wound at the family home in Georgia on Saturday afternoon, with police currently investigating the incident.

Kidder shared his last post on social media shortly before his death. In a series of Instagram photos, he is seen holding a guitar in a room that resembles a recording studio, lit with purple lighting.

Flair, 75, the former WWE star who dated Barlow for more than 13 years until their divorce in September, has not yet publicly commented on his stepson’s death.

Kidder, a musician and actor, released his debut album *Under The Moon* under the name Sebastian. Over the years, he also appeared in several TV and film projects, including independent films and a guest role as a child on *The Walking Dead*.

In a June interview with *Good Day Atlanta*, Kidder spoke about his early inspirations of Aerosmith, Maroon 5 and Michael Jackson, which eventually led him to start making his own music.

“I fell in love with it, and here I am,” he said of his artistic pursuits. “I think it comes down to a unique work ethic. … You really have to have that drive. I hate to say it, but this has to be your sole goal. You have to let go of everything else and make this your goal.” whole world.”

Flair and Barlow have openly supported Kidder’s creative journey. The WWE alum posted a clip of his stepson’s debut music video to Instagram upon its release in June, expressing his excitement for the new album.

“Congratulations @sebastianonthemic on the release of your first music video,” the wrestler wrote at the time.