WWE legend Ric Flair’s stepson, Sebastian Kidder, tragically dies by suicide at the age of 24

Wrestling icon Ric Flair’s stepson, 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 emerging musician, committed suicide on October 27. 26.

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

TMZ reported that Kidder died Saturday afternoon from a gunshot wound at the family home in Georgia, and police are currently investigating the incident.

Kidder shared his last post on social media shortly before his death. In a series of photos on Instagram, he can be seen holding a guitar in a recording studio-like room lit with purple light.

Flair, 75, a former WWE star who was in a relationship with Barlow for more than 13 years until their split in September, has not yet publicly commented on her stepson’s death.

Kidder, a musician and actor, released his debut album “Under The Moon” under the pseudonym Sebastian. He has also appeared in various television and film projects over the years, including independent films, and as a child he guest-starred on “The Walking Dead.”

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

“I fell in love with it and here I am,” he said of his artistic explorations. “I think it comes down to exceptional work ethic. … You really have to have that motivation. I hate to say it, but that must be your only goal. You have to let go of everything else and let the whole world deal with it.”

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

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