Heartbreaking last photos show Alexander Jr raising a toast during a party. Published Suffered Ankle Injury Before Coachella 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. He turned 26 on Wednesday. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Reese Witherspoon also left a supportive message beneath the post, writing, "Always remembering Ian and his bright spiritI love you.". LoveBScott was the first to report the news of Ian's death. Regina King 's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died by suicide, PEOPLE confirms. 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. Thank you.. He was Kings only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. Kings son paid tribute to his mom on her birthday last year. King on Instagram Thursday shared video of a lantern glowing in the sky on what would have been Alexanders 27th birthday. All Rights Reserved. 2. Suicide is a vital health concern in the U.S. Its been a minute but now we back at the jump off. Alexander Jr died by suicide just three days after turning 26, a representative for King confirmed on Saturday. January 19th is Ians Worthday, she captioned the video. Regina King has confirmed the death of her son, Ian Alexander Jr. Regina King Makes Her First Public Appearance Since Her Son's Passing . Ian Alexander, Jr was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. More than 6,000 British military personnel will take part in the coronation of King Charles III, the U.K. forces' biggest ceremonial deployment in seven decades, the government said Sunday. 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. This day and everyday YO DAY!!". According to the DA's. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Thank you.". "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. A million streams and Ill quit smoking. Get TMZ breaking news sent right to your browser! Help is there if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters. 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 [my mother] is, King said. Discovery Company. Regina King's 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died, a spokesperson for the actor confirmed Saturday morning. The 52-year-old Oscar winner took to Instagram for the first time since Ian died in January 2022 to honor her late son's "worthday" on what would have . Regina King became the first-ever Black woman director to have a film selected by the festival. In 2011, the award-winning actress spoke of her unconditional love for her son. The son of actor and director Regina King, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to NBC News Saturday. Being a mom to Ian.. Regina King 's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died by suicide, PEOPLE confirms. I pray that she's surrounded by love and healing energy. Did you encounter any technical issues? 2023 USA TODAY, a division of Gannett Satellite Information Network, LLC. Ian has often also accompanied his mom on red carpets, including in 2019 when he called her "super mom" while at the Golden Globes. Alexandershared King withex-husband Ian Alexander Sr. 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! The pair also has matching tattoos, which read "unconditional love" in Aramaic his on his shoulder and hers on her arm. He was King's only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. I think of you often. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. It was the first time that theWatchmenactress hosted the long-running NBC show. Regina King welcomed her son with her ex-husband, music executive Ian Alexander Sr., on Jan. 19, 1996. "Maaaan ListenI got this jam on repeat!" Ian was due to perform at the Avalon Hollywood Bardot on January 28. But when you experience it, it is the most fulfilling ever. They appeared to be in good spirits, toasting one another, during a largefamilyparty. To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something i will forever be grateful for. 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 tosuicidepreventionlifeline.org. It affects all genders, races and ages. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. But hold my hands above a pile of oranges as if to warm my skin before a fire.- Roisin Kelly. performing live at Bardot on the 28th for@breakingsoundlaSave a buck and buy tickets in advance at the link in my bio.. "Our family is devastated at the deepest . By subscribing, I agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use, 2023 EHM PRODUCTIONS,INC. Getty Images Ian Alexander Jr., the only son of renowned actress Regina King, has died by suicide. I love you.. 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 . You may say you do, but if you don't have a child, you don't know what that is," she explained at the time. Who is the most streamed artist on Spotify? Both Ian Alexander Jr and Hudson Madsen are reported to have died by suicide at the age of just 26. 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So, that is the greatest part about me. 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 .". 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 turned 26 on Wednesday. ", "January 19th is Ians Worthday. "You make being a mother my greatest accomplishment. He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. In 2017, she revealed that the pair got matching tattoos. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," King says in a statement sent to PEOPLE. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable.. News. 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. The son of the actor died on Friday, Jan. 21, two days after his 26th birthday. My absolute favorite thing about myself is being .Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. She began to be recognized by a mainstream audience after her role as Cuba Gooding Jr.'s character's wife in Jerry Maguire (1996). We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian. His 26th birthday was Wednesday. The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. A Warner Bros. Ian Alexander Jr. and Regina King in November 2019. International Association for Suicide Prevention. Ian died at age 26. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. CNN Actor and director Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. Alexander Jr. King's only child, whom she shared with ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr. died by suicide, a spokesperson confirmed toThe Associated Press. "That mama bear thing where I'll do anything for my child, I'm one of those moms," King said at the time. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. You dont know what unconditional love is. 0:56. Regina King 's only son has tragically died. ", At the time, King said Ian made her "happier than anything in the whole world.". Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian, King said in a statement. When Regina turned 50 in 2021, Ian posted this on Instagram "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry and gangsta. 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. The whole marvel universe ain't got s*** on you, your the real superhero! You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. A musician and DJ, Ian Alexander performed under the name desdun, according to his Instagram page. Please enter valid email address to continue. Did you encounter any technical issues? "Our. The Academy Award-winner confirmed the tragic news in a statement to PEOPLE on Friday. Ian Alexander Jr, the only child of the Oscar-winning actor and director Regina King, has died. She went on to earn aGolden Globenomination for Best Director in 2020, with her debut film, One Night in Miami. In 2010, Regina directed the music video for Jaheims Finding My Way Back. Discovery Company. King is known for her roles in the movie "If Beale Street Could Talk" and on the television show "Watchmen." 2023 Cable News Network. Thank you.". The actress and director said her "family is devastated at the deepest level" in a statement to USA TODAY confirming her 26-year . ", 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 . The comment section on Ian Alexander Jrs final Instagram post, where he promoted an upcoming show, is filled with messages of mourning and love. "We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time.". Sophie Reardon is a News Editor at CBS News. Regina King and her family will need the biggest hugs at some point, tweeted Pam Grier. He wrote: Its been a minute but now we back at the jump off. He was 26. 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. She doesnt really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. He was a DJ who performed under the name desdun, as well as a celebrity chef. Reach her at sophie.reardon@viacomcbs.com, First published on January 22, 2022 / 11:58 AM. The whole marvel universe ain't got s--- on you, your the real superhero! 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.. 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. He performed as Desdun, according to his Instagram page. She shared: We were taking Kabbalah classes. King explained why she and Ian got matching tattoos. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable.". This day and everyday YO DAY!! To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. King, 52, said her father, the late Thomas King Jr., never. Regina King's 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died, a spokesperson for the actor confirmed Saturday morning. 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.". Send me email updates and offers from TMZ and its Affiliates. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. King and her son spent New Year's Eve together - weeks before his death. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. Lisa Marie Presley, Grant Wahl, Stephen 'tWitch' Boss and the trauma of a sudden death, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Dont you want to say you supported desdun before the blowup?? Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. "From my vantage point as a girl, my grandfather was definitely in (my father's) life because I knew my grandfather. Alexander was the only son of King and her ex-husband Ian Alexander. His most recent single, "Green Eyes," was released on Jan. 7. 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. My heart breaks for you all. 12:16 PM EST, Fri January 20, 2023. Continue to shine bright, my guiding light, King wrote. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. She has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and four Primetime Emmy Awards. 2023 Cable News Network. One said: Praying for Regina, Ian Sr., and the entire family. "My lil Rock Star nephew," commented Taraji P. Henson, adding a string of heart emojis. "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.". Ian's death was officially ruled a suicide by the Los Angeles County Coroner, a spokesperson confirmed to PEOPLE Monday. "I see you in everything I breath[e]. "The fact that I get to spend this night with you, the best date in the house. Regina King is remembering her late son, Ian. In an Instagram post just days before taking his own life, Ian predicted that his music career was about to take off. Regina King and her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., marked their love for each other with matching tattoos years before his death. King wrote in the caption, also making reference to Ian's pledge to stop smoking if the song reached 1million streams. Just last week, Regina took to Instagram to urge her followers to support her sons new single, Green Eyes. This day and everyday YO DAY! CNN Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. Several of Kings friends and industry colleagues shared their love and support. Alexander was a musician and DJ. [3] In 2019, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level. Actress Regina King got emotional after learning some surprising facts about her family during an episode of PBS' "Finding Your Roots." The show's host, Henry Louis Gates Jr., informed King. Crisis Text Line also provides free, 24/7, confidential support via text message to people in crisis when they dial 741741. IE 11 is not supported. Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, TODAY has confirmed. 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.. Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. 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.. He shared a picture where Spongebobs appear to be running and screaming while flames burn around them. Born just four days after her own birthday, the mother and son . Actor and director Regina Kings son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. 8:03 PM EST, Sat January 22, 2022, Regina King releases statement after death of son. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. Regina King is breaking her social media silence, ayear after her son's tragic death. Regina King shared her son's newest single on her Instagram upon its release. To be able to watch you take this lifetime by its neck and make it yours is something i will forever be grateful for. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. After separating from Ian's father in 2007 after nine years of marriage, King admitted being a single parent wasn't always easy, but that nothing is stronger than her love for her son. At the time of her son's death, King released the following statement: "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. Love you mom! There is also a crisis text line. 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 . As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence. Ian was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. We can all pitch in to help out others who may be suffering and help save lives. 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. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," a family . "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level. The whole marvel universe aint got s on you, your the real superhero, he added. Ian Alexander Jr. was often by his mom's side on red carpets for awards shows. Regina King's only son has tragically died. We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian," King wrote. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. , her first post since Alexander died by suicide in January 2022. King previously told PEOPLE that he was "an amazing young man.". Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died at 26, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. 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An actor who rose to fame onThe Cosby Show, Malcolm and fellow 80s-sitcom star Regina had been friends for years before they took their relationship to the next level. Of course orange is your favorite colorIts the fire and the calm. The actress, 51, has captured four Emmy awards and an Oscar, which she nabbed for her performance in If Beale Street Could Talk. The son of actor and director Regina King, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to NBC News Saturday. He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others, King said in a statement provided by her representative. Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. Regina King is grieving the death of her son Ian Alexander, Jr. . King said: "We were taking Kabbalah classes. "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Garcelle Beauvais tweeted, "My heart breaks for you@ReginaKing Ian was sweet & kind. In 2011, a few years after separating from Ians father, Regina toldEssence: 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. Being a mom to Ian., To get help, call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). He wrote a heartfelt tribute to his mother on her 50th birthday last year. Another image in the post is a closeup of what appears to be a cats eye. Ian could be seen throughout the remainder of the interview smiling and drinking while mother Regina discusses career highlights. Days before his death, Ian, 26, posted to Instagram about an upcoming event at Bardot this month. On the Spotify for Desdun, the name Ian Alexander Jr performed under, the young artist was described as a Renaissance man of our time, he sings, produces, acts, paints and even is a celebrity chef., Desdun grew up in a musical household and grew to have a deep appreciation for all aspects of music including DJing, production and recording., Suicide prevention resources: You're Not Alone. There are many free and confidential programs in the US aimed to help those who are struggling with their mental health. Regina King was born in Los Angeles, California, to Gloria, a special education teacher, and Thomas King, an electrician. 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 . The 26-year-old was a buddingDJ/producer. 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 . And we drink in the spirit of inclusivity too.. / CBS News. This day and everyday YO DAY!! 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. Alexander Jr died by suicide just three days after turning 26, a representative for King confirmed on Saturday. TV star Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr, tragically died by a reported suicide just days before launching his music career. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. "You don't know what unconditional love is. "Of course orange is your favorite colorIt's the fire and the calm," she continued. 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. Actor and director Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN. For more on Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr., listen below to our daily podcast on PEOPLE Every Day. Love you mom! In an episode of PBS' Finding Your Roots, actress Regina King discovered "unimaginable" details about her grandfather's life. Justin Theroux joined in with, Love you Regina. Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life Wednesday, according to law enforcement, the day he turned 26. And, in a separate post, Alexander Jr said: I dont think Instagram is healthy for me.. Thank you.. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," the . Link Copied! Regina King is breaking her social media silence, a year after her son's tragic death. 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