He was King's only child . Published May you be find light & peace, wrote another. Regina King's 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died, a spokesperson for the actor confirmed Saturday morning. TV star Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr, tragically died by a reported suicide just days before launching his music career. SUICIDE is the 10th leading cause of death in the US, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Leading Causes of Death Report from 2018. Before his tragic passing, Ian Alexander Jr would often accompany his famous mom to red carpet events. And, in a separate post,Alexander Jrsaid: I dont think Instagram is healthy for me.. I think of you often. One Night in Miami is a movie based on a play of the same name, and premiered at the Venice Film Festival on September 7, 2020. Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor Regina King, died by suicide at the age of 26, a representative for the family said Saturday as support flooded in from social media . "She doesn't really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. Send me email updates and offers from TMZ and its Affiliates. 8:03 PM EST, Sat January 22, 2022, Regina King releases statement after death of son. He was an accomplished musician and DJ who performed as Desdun and had released a new single, Green Eyes, shortly before his passing. [3] In 2019, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. She went on to earn aGolden Globenomination for Best Director in 2020, with her debut film, One Night in Miami. "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Garcelle Beauvais tweeted, "My heart breaks for you@ReginaKing Ian was sweet & kind. Just last week, Regina took to Instagram to urge her followers to support her sons new single, Green Eyes. The video shows an orange lantern floating across the sky after the sun has gone down. Ian's death was officially ruled a suicide by the Los Angeles County Coroner, a spokesperson confirmed to PEOPLE Monday. REGINA King's son Ian Alexander Jr's final tweets revealed his mental health fears - days before he took his own life. ", But the 52-year-oldcontinued her post by writing,"My absolute favorite thing about myself is being .Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing.". His 26th birthday was Wednesday. He said, 'lets choose three [designs] each and not tell each other which ones they are and whichever one is matching, thats the one were going to get tattooed and we both chose unconditional love.. Regina King was born in Los Angeles, California, to Gloria, a special education teacher, and Thomas King, an electrician. "January 19th is Ian's Worthday. "We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian. Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian, King said in a statement shared with TODAY. Kardashian fans think Kourtney secretly celebrated her bridal shower as sisters drop 'hints' on Instagram, Kanye West 'rants incoherently' about bipolar meds in 'disturbing' scene on Netflix doc as he demands final edit of film, Heath Ledger's lookalike daughter Matilda, 16, 'wants to go to Australia to meet his family' - 14 years after his death, Pregnant Kylie Jenner wears just a pink bra in rare makeup-free photo before star gives birth to second baby. Regina King and Ian Alexander Sr. at the 2005 Academy Awards Regina King was married to Ian Alexander Sr. for 10 years before she filed for divorce in 2007, according to E! Heartbreaking last photos show Alexander Jr raising a toast during a party. "Our family is devastated at the deepest . Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died at 26, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. In the final photographs of King with her son, she was pictured with Ian and a man named Brandon, whom she called her bonus son, in a virtual appearance on Cooper and Cohens New Years Eve show. Ians final post filled with messages of love, mourning. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. He wrote a heartfelt tribute to his mother on her 50th birthday last year. I love you.. A clip circulating on Twitter shows Regina King onstage at the Emmy Awards, addressing her date--her son Ian Alexander, Jr. "My son, Ian," King says, gesturing at her son. I see you in everything I breath. "January 19th is Ian's Worthday," King, 52, wrote, referencing what would have been her son . If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 or go to suicidepreventionlifeline.org. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence. For people ages 10 and 34, suicide was the "second leading cause of death" and the fourth for individuals ages 35 to 54. But when you experience it, it is the most fulfilling ever. From 2011 until 2013, Regina was romantically linked to Malcolm-Jamal Warner. The whole marvel universe ain't got s*** on you, your the real superhero! Love you mom! He turned 26 years old two days before on Jan. 19. King said: "We were taking Kabbalah classes. Suffered Ankle Injury Before Coachella 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. He performed as Desdun, according to his Instagram page. So, that is the greatest part about me. "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry and gangsta," he wrote. Many hearts are heavy right now as people think of actress Regina King and her family following the loss of her son, Ian Alexander Jr. News of the 26-year-old's passing came from King early . According to the DA's. My health is in your hands.. A Warner Bros. To honor his life, King recorded a lantern lighting ceremony she participated in for his remembrance, calling him her "guiding light. Ian Alexander Jr. and Regina King in November 2019. International Association for Suicide Prevention. In the interview, King said: Twenty years, were all together, this whole family of people are together because of these two [Ian and Brandon] and their lives together that brought us together. Ian Alexander Jrs tragic final Instagram posts, In anInstagrampost just days before he took his own life, Ian Alexander predicted his music career was about to blow up.. According to the DA's. Updated "I see you in everything I breath[e]. According to a news . Ian Alexander, Jr was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. In 2017, she revealed that the pair got matching tattoos. The comment section on Ian Alexander Jrs final Instagram post, where he promoted an upcoming show, is filled with messages of mourning and love. Sophie Reardon is a News Editor at CBS News. For more on Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr., listen below to our daily podcast on PEOPLE Every Day. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Shes just a super mom, hetold E! "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Regina King became the first-ever Black woman director to have a film selected by the festival. The Oscar-winning actress, 51, confirmed her only child's death in a statement on Friday in which she branded Ian a "bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others.". It's really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with. "To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something I will forever be grateful for. She doesn't really let bad workdays or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. The actress and director said her "family is devastated at the deepest level" in a statement to USA TODAY confirming her 26-year . 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Regina King dedicates 1st Oscar win to James Baldwin By Carson Blackwelder Regina King marked her son Ian Alexander Jr.'s "worthday" -- the day he would have celebrated his 27th birthday -- in an emotional tribute on Thursday. Dozens of Twitter users replied using broken hearts and praying emojis. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Academy award-winning actor Regina King is mourning the death of her son, Ian Alexander Jr.The 26-year-old's death by suicide on January 21 came as a shock to his family, who issued a statement to . He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. Its really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with., Ian Alexander Jr was promoting upcoming show. If you are struggling to cope, you are not alone. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level. So, that is the greatest part about me. ", RIP to Ian Alexander Jr and prayers to Regina King!! The two were very close, with Alexander Jr. often accompanying his mother on the red carpet. She also directed the 2020 film "One Night in Miami" She has won an Academy Award, a Golden Globe, four Primetime Emmy Awards and two NAACP Image Awards over the course of her more than 30-year career. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," the statement read. The only child of the Oscar-winning actor, she shared him with ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr. She was married to the record producer for a decade beginning in 1997. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," a family . REGINA King's son Ian Alexander Jr's final tweets revealed his mental health fears - days before he took his own life. Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life Wednesday, according to law enforcement, the day he turned 26. Read our Ian Alexander blog for the latest news and updates Bernice King, lawyer, minister and daughter of Martin Luther King Jr, posted on Twitter to send condolences to Regina King and her family. In an episode of PBS' Finding Your Roots, actress Regina King discovered "unimaginable" details about her grandfather's life. [4] Alexandershared King withex-husband Ian Alexander Sr. So, that is the greatest part about me. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time, a statement from King provided by her representative said. Get TMZ breaking news sent right to your browser! King, 51, and her son who died by suicide at age 26 got. I always pray for your strength & peace in the midst of loss and grief. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. ", And just a couple of months before he died, Ian posted a throwback pic of him, his mom and a friend, with the caption "My joys . "King's 11-year-old son was seated in the rear of the vehicle and was not injured." Regina King pictured in a Facebook photo during a Fox 29 report on her death. Please enter valid email address to continue. The son of actor and director Regina King, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to NBC News Saturday. "To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something i will forever be grateful for. The 26-year-old was a buddingDJ/producer. His 26th birthday was Wednesday. Thank you.". It read: Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. Regina King says she's "still" processing her son Ian Alexander Jr.'s death nearly one year later.. LoveBScott was the first to report the news of Ian's death. Copyright 2023 ABC News Internet Ventures. Regina said, "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. "When you experience it, it's the most fulfilling [thing] ever. Its really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with.. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Love you mom! Praying for Regina King, Bernice posted. According to Alexander Jr.'s Instagram, he had a show scheduled for January 28 in Los Angeles. Ian died at age 26. They were together 10 years before divorcing. Her most recent Emmy award came for her portrayal of Angela Abar in HBOs Watchmen. Allegedly Exploited Womans Altered State. Reese Witherspoon also left a supportive message beneath the post, writing, "Always remembering Ian and his bright spiritI love you.". Regina King is remembering her late son, Ian. Getty Images for dcp. ", Yes! Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable.". Regina King 's only son has tragically died. Instagram video "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," King says in a statement sent to PEOPLE. We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian. We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian," King wrote. I pray that shes surrounded by love and healing energy.". All Rights Reserved. There is also a crisis text line. "The fact that I get to spend this night with you, the best date in the house. He was also a celebrity chef who told Flaunt Magazine in May 2021 that he hoped to develop his private dinner parties into a restaurant. Since Alexander's death, King has remained out of the public's eye, making this post the first time she's spoken publicly about her family's loss. !, Regina on motherhood in Essence interview. Regina King marked her son Ian Alexander Jr.'s "worthday" -- the day he would have celebrated his 27th birthday -- in an emotional tribute on Thursday. By subscribing, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. He turned 26 years old two days before on Jan. 19. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. Regina King welcomed her son with her ex-husband, music executive Ian Alexander Sr., on Jan. 19, 1996. "From my vantage point as a girl, my grandfather was definitely in (my father's) life because I knew my grandfather. In an interview with USA TODAY in2018, the "Watchmen" actress shared that she and her son were extremely close, detailingthey had matching tattoos on their forearms reading "unconditional love" in Aramaic, which they learned while studying Kabbalah together. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. 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King confirmed Ians death in a statement on Friday, January 21, 2022, describing her only child as a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others., On January 14, Alexander Jr, who was known as desdun online,tweeted: You know that episode of SpongeBob where they go inside his brain and its a bunch of mini spongebobs just losing their s**t yea that one really hits home.. She began to be recognized by a mainstream audience after her role as Cuba Gooding Jr.'s character's wife in Jerry Maguire (1996). The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. Justin Theroux joined in with, Love you Regina. He was also a budding celebrity chef who told Flaunt Magazine in May 2021 that he hoped to develop his private dinner parties into a restaurant. To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something i will forever be grateful for, Ian wrote. "My lil Rock Star nephew," commented Taraji P. Henson, adding a string of heart emojis. Sending love light and prayers to Regina King and her family, Rosanna Arquette chimed in. Paired with a throwback photo of him as a child with a friend and his mom by a pool, he simply wrote in the caption, "My joys .". You dont know what unconditional love is. Both Ian Alexander Jr and Hudson Madsen are reported to have died by suicide at the age of just 26. Together, they have one son: Ian Alexander Jr., whopassed awayin 2022. The son of the actor died on Friday, Jan. 21, two days after his 26th birthday. Alexander was a musician and DJ. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. Email us atexclusive@the-sun.comor call212 416 4552. She began her career in the television show 227 (1985), followed by a role in Boyz n the Hood (1991). Thank you.". He was 26. For crisis support in Spanish, call 1-888-628-9454. King, 52, said her father, the late Thomas King Jr., never. She needs all the grace and light that can flow her way right now. The whole marvel universe aint got s on you, your the real superhero, he added. Several celebs have rallied around the actor in her time of grief, including Rosanna Arquette, Kid Cudi and Pam Grier. This day and everyday YO DAY!! Alexander Jr. was a DJ who went by desdun. Ava DuVernay commented on the post with a quote, Ill choose for myself next time who Ill reach out and take as mine, in the way I might stand at a fruit stall having decided to ignore the apples, the mangoes and the kiwis. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life Wednesday, according to law enforcement, the day he turned 26. Ian Alexander Jr is Regina Kings only child. He turned 26 on Wednesday. ", He continued, "But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. Regina King shared her son's newest single on her Instagram upon its release. News. The boy is all grown up now, and he inherited Regina's passion for the arts. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. A Warner Bros. There were "more than two and half times as many suicides" in the US than there were homicides, according to the report. He had just recently released a song called "Green Eyes," which King posted about on her Instagram last week. King wrote in the caption, also making reference to Ian's pledge to stop smoking if the song reached 1million streams. Thank you.. Love you mom! As for tributes they are cascading in "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Garcelle Beauvais said, "My heart breaks for you @ReginaKing Ian was sweet & kind. In an Instagram post just days before taking his own life, Ian predicted that his music career was about to take off. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Ian Alexander Jr. and Regina King, wearing Gucci, attend the 2019 LACMA Art + Film Gala Presented By Gucci at LACMA on November 02, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. In one of his last Instagram posts, Alexander Jr told fans my health is in your hands. In 2010, Regina directed the music video for Jaheims Finding My Way Back. , her first post since Alexander died by suicide in January 2022. He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. Discovery Company. .". Of course orange is your favorite colorIts the fire and the calm. The Emmy-winning actress often spoke of her close bond with her son, revealing on The View in 2017 that the pair got matching tattoos. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level. "She's just a super mom," he told E! It was the first time that theWatchmenactress hosted the long-running NBC show. "Maaaan ListenI got this jam on repeat!" Regina King and her family will need the biggest hugs at some point, tweeted Pam Grier. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence," King, 52, wrote in the caption of an 0:56. Share. "He said, let's choose three [designs] each and not tell each other which ones they are and whichever one is matching, that's the one we're going to get tattooed and we both chose unconditional love.". CNN Actor and director Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. Regina King and her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., marked their love for each other with matching tattoos years before his death. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. During a 2019 Golden Globes appearance, he branded the actress a super mom.. Help is there if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. He wrote: Its been a minute but now we back at the jump off. He shared a picture where Spongebobs appear to be running and screaming while flames burn around them. Of course orange is your favorite colorIts the fire and the calm. Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. "But when you experience it, it is the most fulfilling ever. appreciated. He was Kings only child with record producer Ian Alexander Sr. On January 14, Alexander Jr, who was known as desdune online, tweeted: You know that episode of SpongeBob where they go inside his brain and its a bunch of mini spongebobs just losing their s**t yea that one really hits home.. / CBS News. She toldEssenceat the time: I get emotional because my son is an amazing young man, and it took me to be a mother for me to realize how incredible of a woman she [her mother] is. Regina King 's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died by suicide, PEOPLE confirms. King on Instagram Thursday shared video of a lantern glowing in the sky on what would. They even had matching tattoos reading "unconditional love" in Aramaic, the AP reported. The actress posted an Instagram video of an orange sky lantern drifting through the air on Friday, marking her first social media upload since the 26-year-old's suicide in January 2022. He is based in New York City and his favorite film is Pretty Woman.. Reese Witherspoon wrote, Always remembering Ian and his bright spirit. "You make being a mother my greatest accomplishment. And we drink in the spirit of inclusivity too.. ", A post shared by Regina King (@iamreginaking), The Academy Award winner ended her post by saying her "absolute favorite thing" about herself is being Alexander's mother, adding, "Continue shine bright, my guiding light. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. King spoke about the deep love she had for her son in a 2011 interview with CNN. He wrote: "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry, and gangsta! "You don't know what unconditional love is. Cookies collect information about your preferences and your device and are used to make the site work as you expect it to, to understand how you interact with the site, and to show advertisements that are targeted to your interests. Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor and director Regina King, has died. The post featured photos of Ian surrounded cigarettes with them in his hands, his mouth, and thrown in the air. ", Ian once said of Regina, "She's just a super mom. All Rights Reserved. His spirit is the thread that connects us.. Aside from acting, Regina King has also directed several episodes of various television shows, including Scandal andThis Is Us. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Ian Alexander Jr. was King's only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died by suicide, PEOPLE confirms. My heart breaks for you all. Lisa Marie Presley, Grant Wahl, Stephen 'tWitch' Boss and the trauma of a sudden death, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. 4 Ian Alexander Jr died days after his 26th birthday Credit: Instagram/desdunemjv 4 Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time, it said. I pray that she's surrounded by love and healing energy. Tributes starting pouring in on social media after news of his death broke. Last year, Alexander Jr. posted a tribute to his mother on her birthday, writing, "To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something i will forever be grateful for. "Our. appreciated. ", A few months prior, he shared another Instagram dedicated to his mom. ", "January 19th is Ians Worthday. 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