In a sad turn of events, Sebastian Eubank, son of boxer Chris Eubank, has died just days before his 30th birthday, according to his father’s reps.
Eubank Snr and his family said that they were “devastated” to learn of Sebastian’s death in Dubai, where he resided. According to the Sun newspaper, he was found dead on the beach after drowning.
Taking to Twitter to express his grief, Sebastian’s elder brother Chris Eubank Jnr. tweeted: “Rest easy little brother, I love you and you will be missed always.”
Rest easy little brother. I love you & you will be missed always @SebEubank
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) July 9, 2021
Chris later went on to share a series of tweets, paying tribute to his fallen brother:
My brother Sebastian Eubank was a special man… a righteous man… who always put others before himself. A man of many talents, boxing, MMA, poetry, music, coaching, cooking the list goes on but the most important thing to him was helping others less fortunate than himself. pic.twitter.com/ZOoiBDzwcX
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) July 10, 2021
I haven’t cried since I was 12 years old… yesterday I cried the whole day. I’m sorry I wasn’t there to watch your back like a big brother’s supposed to. Can’t believe you’re really gone man but you’ll always be in my heart, mind & spirit. pic.twitter.com/HFGggUGr2d
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) July 10, 2021
And to everyone out there reading this right now DON’T take ANY of your loved ones for granted. See them, speak to them, check up on them as much as you possibly can because you just never know if that one time will be the last time. Love you bro 🕊🕊 pic.twitter.com/bQHYUXDdQe
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) July 10, 2021
According to Eubank Snr, Sebastian leaves behind his wife Salma and son Raheem, who was born just a month ago.
Now your legacy will live on through your beautiful new born son & I will treat him like my own. Watch over us until we meet again young lion. pic.twitter.com/X6FhMidaZl
— Chris Eubank Jr (@ChrisEubankJr) July 10, 2021
Sebastian had followed in his father’s footsteps and had pursued a career as a professional boxer. Upon the news of his demise, Eubank Snr said in a statement.
“Sebastian grew up in Hove in England but in the last few years made his life in Dubai where he had a wide circle of friends and was a leader in the adoption of a healthy lifestyle and of alternative therapies.
“As well as being a personal trainer and professional boxer, Sebastian was also a deep thinker who liked to challenge accepted wisdom.
“He was loved and respected by all who knew him and will be forever in the thoughts of friends and family. As a family we now kindly ask to be given space and privacy to celebrate his life and remember the son, the brother, the husband, the friend.”
Sebastian’s mother, Karron Meadows also said: “Our whole family is grieving at the huge loss of our son and brother, Sebastian.”
Among the many celebrities who took to social media to extend their condolences and express their support to the Eubank family were Youtuber KSI and fellow sportsman Joe Calzaghe.
Really Saddened to hear the news of the passing of Seb Eubank. Thoughts and Prayers to Chris and family 🙏🏻
— Joe Calzaghe (@RealJoeCalzaghe) July 9, 2021
RIP Seb Eubank :(
— LORD KSI (@KSI) July 9, 2021
The world has lost a “true gentleman and a sincere human being” according to close friends of Sebastian. “So saddened by the news of the passing of Seb Eubank. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends,” said promoter Eddie Hearn.
Our thoughts and prayers go to the Eubank family and friends during this difficult time. Rest In Power Sebastian.
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