Former ‘Bachelorette’ contestant Josh Seater has died at the age of 36

Josh Setter, former racer the bachelorette, He died. He was 36 years old.

Seater’s death was confirmed by his family on Monday statement on his Instagram.

The announcement came just four days after the model appeared on season 11 of the show The Bachelorette In 2015, he competed for Kaitlyn Bristow’s heart, but was eliminated within the first week – and posted on social media about his mental health struggles.

“It is with a very heavy heart that we share the tragic news of Joshua’s unexpected passing,” Setter’s family wrote in the post. “As all who knew him can attest, Joshua was an incredibly bright light in a world that was getting darker.”

They continued, “His fearless voice and indomitable spirit have helped thousands of people in their darkest moments feel a little less alone.” “Although the pain of our hearts at Joshua’s death hurts us beyond measure, we find comfort in knowing that he is finally at peace.”

Sitter’s family has not disclosed the cause of death. The statement concluded with a Suicide and Crisis Lifeline phone number for “anyone experiencing a mental health crisis who needs help.”

They wrote: “We hope and pray that his spirit continues to live in the images and words on this page, which we will leave for the time being.” “While we do this, we are asking for privacy as we grieve.”

Prior to his death, Seiter was working as an adult film model and actor. Earlier this year, the former reality TV contestant He came out as bisexual. He was previously engaged to an exotic dancer, according to out magazine.

The Bachelorette The alum has also been open about his mental health journey on social media.

In July 2021, Seater revealed that he had previously attempted suicide and suffered from bipolar disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, and obsessive-compulsive disorder. “But I refuse to give up,” he added. he wrote in an Instagram caption.

A year later, he spoke candidly about the difficulties he overcame in his early twenties Post on Instagram.

“When I was 21, I was in a state of total immobility and put in a psychiatric ward. When I was 22 I tried to commit suicide. “When I was 23, I underwent electroconvulsive therapy,” he commented. “Later in That year, I used all my strength and applied to law school. When I was twenty-five years old, I graduated from law school at the top of my class. By the age of 30, I had become one of the most followed mental health advocates online and one of the top creators on OF. At about thirty-six years old, life is very close to perfection. never give up. Your story not yet written Each chapter leads to a more perfect ending. I promise you ❤️

Seater has also been open about the milestones in sobriety he’s achieved. Writing next to a selfie In June: “Here’s 3 years and 8 months of sobriety 💪🏻”

On the same day, it is Post another smiling picture With a message to his followers: “Remember to smile even when it’s the last thing you want to do on earth. It can completely change your day.”

His last post on social media came on Thursday when he shared a selfie on Instagram. siter wrote next to itSurviving depression and anxiety day in and day out with a smile.

If you or someone you know is contemplating suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling 988, texting the word “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Line at 741741 or go to 988lifeline.org.