Celebrity Disappearances That Remain Unsolved Mysteries to This Day

In May 2020, former WWE star Shad Gaspard became a real-life hero in his final moments. While swimming off the California coast, a powerful riptide swept him and his son out to sea. Gaspard directed rescuers to save his son first, sacrificing his own chance at survival.

The 39-year-old’s selfless act left the wrestling world and beyond mourning a true champion. Despite exhaustive searches by the U.S. Coast Guard and fellow wrestlers, Gaspard’s life was tragically claimed by the sea.