Lady Gaga‘s friend and model Rick "Zombie Boy" Genest has died of apparent suicide, the singer confirmed. He was 32.
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00:00 In breaking news just over the past 24 hours or so, Lady Gaga's friend, known as "Zombie
00:04 Boy" Rick Genest, best known for his breakout role in the 2011 music video for "Born This
00:09 Way," has died of an apparent suicide at the age of 32.
00:13 The model was found dead in his home on Wednesday, this according to iHeartRadio Canada.
00:17 Lady Gaga shared the sad news Thursday evening, writing on Twitter, "The suicide of friend
00:22 Rick Genest, Zombie Boy, is beyond devastating.
00:25 We have to work harder to change the culture, bring mental health to the forefront, and
00:29 erase the stigma that we can't talk about it.
00:31 If you are suffering, call a friend or family member today.
00:35 We must save each other."
00:36 That was her statement.
00:37 The singer followed up with a second tweet.
00:38 She added, "Science tells us that it takes 21 days to form a habit.
00:41 If you're suffering from a mental health issue, I beckon for today to be your first day or
00:46 continuation of the work you've been doing.
00:49 Reach out if you're in pain, and if you know someone who is, reach out to them, too."
00:53 Genest would have celebrated his 33rd birthday August 8th.
00:56 Of course, our thoughts and sincere prayers with his family and friends during this very