Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., stole hearts when he accompanied her to the 2019 Golden Globe Awards and called her a "super mom" in front of the cameras. "You make being a mother my greatest accomplishment. She doesnt really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. Several of Kings friends and industry colleagues shared their love and support. This day and everyday YO DAY! You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. A million streams and Ill quit smoking. King said her son taught her what unconditional love is. "When you experience it, it's the most fulfilling [thing] ever. Waiting for your permission to load the Instagram Media. In an Instagram post just days before taking his own life, Ian predicted that his music career was about to take off. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. Getty Images Ian Alexander Jr., the only son of renowned actress Regina King, has died by suicide. "My lil Rock Star nephew," commented Taraji P. Henson, adding a string of heart emojis. He turned 26 years old two days before on Jan. 19. "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. ", 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. Regina King is remembering her late son, Ian. 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. One said: Praying for Regina, Ian Sr., and the entire family. She shared: We were taking Kabbalah classes. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. 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.. ? he wrote. / CBS News. ", He signed the sweet post: "Love you mom! Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, TODAY has confirmed. Emma Mcintyre/Getty Images. He is based in New York City and his favorite film is Pretty Woman.. You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. There were "more than two and half times as many suicides" in the US than there were homicides, according to the report. 12:16 PM EST, Fri January 20, 2023. Sophie Reardon is a News Editor at CBS News. It affects all genders, races and ages. It's really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with. Share. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. The whole marvel universe aint got s on you, your the real superhero, he added. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. His favorite celebrity profiles include Cher who said their interview was one of the most interesting of her career as well as Kylie Minogue, Candice Bergen, Patti Smith and RuPaul. Alexander Kacala is a reporter and editor atTODAY Digitaland NBC OUT. Alexander Jr. was a DJ who went by desdun. 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. 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 (my mother) is. This day and everyday YO DAY!! Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of award-winning actor and director Regina King, has died. Just last week, Regina took to Instagram to urge her followers to support her sons new single, Green Eyes. appreciated. 0:56. Never miss a story sign up for PEOPLE's free weekly newsletter to get the biggest news of the week delivered to your inbox every Friday. Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741. But when you experience it, it is the most fulfilling ever. ", "January 19th is Ians Worthday. "You dont know what unconditional love is. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence," King, 52, wrote in the caption of an This day and everyday YO DAY!! During a 2019 Golden Globes appearance, he branded the actress a super mom.. Email us atexclusive@the-sun.comor call212 416 4552. "Our family is devastated at the deepest . I always pray for your strength & peace in the midst of loss and grief. King on Instagram Thursday shared video of a lantern glowing in the sky on what would have been Alexanders 27th birthday. "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry and gangsta," he wrote. "We were taking Kabbalah classes," King said of the ink on The View in 2017. A musician and DJ, Ian Alexander performed under the name desdun, according to his Instagram page. He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Regina King shared her son's newest single on her Instagram upon its release. 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 . Regina King became the first-ever Black woman director to have a film selected by the festival. So, that is the greatest part about me. King's post garnered support from a number of celebrities, including Octavia Spencer, Sarah Paulson, Justin Theroux, Ava DuVernay, Tracee Ellis Ross and more. He had just released a single called Green Eyes that both he and his mother promoted online. Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life Wednesday, according to law enforcement, the day he turned 26. 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 .". Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time, it said. Another image in the post is a closeup of what appears to be a cats eye. Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. 2. Thank you.". 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. Michael Buckner/Variety/Penske Media via Getty Images, FILE, Garth Brooks interviews Reba McEntire about Not That Fancy album, memoir and more, Brooke Shields says filming for 'Mother of the Bride' is underway, Simone Biles and her fiance Jonathan Owens show off marriage license ahead of big day, Digital Deals: Save 50% on Companion Candles and more, MORE: Regina King explains why her new role is like nothing she's done before, Regina King explains why her new role is like nothing she's done before, Director Regina King shares what she hopes audiences take away from new film, 'One Night in Miami', Regina King dedicates 1st Oscar win to James Baldwin. My health is in your hands.. [4] Continue to shine bright, my guiding light, King wrote. Days before his death, Ian, 26, posted to Instagram about an upcoming event at Bardot this month. 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.". I pray that shes surrounded by love and healing energy.". Social media users have posted messages of condolence underneath the tweets. 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.. Allegedly Exploited Womans Altered State. Regina King was an American actress and director who enjoyed one of the most rich and diverse careers of any performer in the 21st century; working consistently since she was a teenager, appearing . When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Alexander was a musician and DJ. I see you in everything I breathe.". Regina and Ian were married from 1997 until 2007. Its been a minute but now we back at the jump off. Love you mom! "January 19th is Ian's Worthday," King, 52, wrote, referencing what would have been her son . For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time, a statement from King provided by her representative said. Together, they have one son: Ian Alexander Jr., whopassed awayin 2022. "January 19th is Ian's Worthday. Ian was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun and posted on Instagram just three days ago about an upcoming event at Bardot this month. Regina King and her family will need the biggest hugs at some point, tweeted Pam Grier. She went on to earn aGolden Globenomination for Best Director in 2020, with her debut film, One Night in Miami. Alexandershared King withex-husband Ian Alexander Sr. "Maaaan ListenI got this jam on repeat!" Regina King has also been rumored to have dated Nicholas Gonzalez and Curtis Baldwin in the past, but neither of these relationships were ever confirmed. Social media users have posted messages of condolence underneath the tweets. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Hope your soul is resting, one user commented. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others." By Associated Press Jan 22, 2022, 12:30pm PDT Leanne Italie Suicide is a vital health concern in the U.S. Regina King welcomed her son with her ex-husband, music executive Ian Alexander Sr., on Jan. 19, 1996. The statement read: "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. Of course orange is your favorite colorIts the fire and the calm. A post shared by Regina King (@iamreginaking). The son of the actor died on Friday, Jan. 21, two days after his 26th birthday. The whole marvel universe ain't got s--- on you, your the real superhero! Regina Rene King (born January 15, 1971) [2] is an American actress and director. ", RIP to Ian Alexander Jr and prayers to Regina King!! If you or someone you know may be struggling with suicidal thoughts, you can call the U.S. National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-TALK (8255) any time day or night. In 2021, Ian Alexander Jr wrote a birthday post on Instagram celebrating mom Regina Kings 50th. Before his tragic passing, Ian Alexander Jr would often accompany his famous mom to red carpet events. 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. 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Regina King was born in Los Angeles, California, to Gloria, a special education teacher, and Thomas King, an electrician. Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, TODAY has confirmed. In honor of her 50th birthday in 2021, Ian paid homage to his mom by dedicating an Instagram post to her. !, Regina on motherhood in Essence interview. Regina King BREAKS SILENCE On Her Son's Shocking Death Misstee 96.4K subscribers Subscribe 944 52K views 1 year ago #reginaking Regina King BREAKS SILENCE On Her Son's Shocking Death In. Link Copied! Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. But hold my hands above a pile of oranges as if to warm my skin before a fire.- Roisin Kelly. Help is there if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. King previously told PEOPLE that he was "an amazing young man.". 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