[3] In 2019, Time magazine named her one of the 100 most influential people in the world. Regina King on Turning 50: 'I'm Much More Interesting Now', Regina King Honors Late Son Ian Alexander Jr., 1 Year After His Death: 'My Guiding Light', Regina King Steps onto the Red Carpet in First Public Appearance Since Her Son's Tragic Death, Regina King Once Spoke About What Her Late Son Ian Alexander Jr. 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. Actor and director Regina Kings son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. ", A few months prior, he shared another Instagram dedicated to his mom. Help is there if you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts or mental health matters. 12:16 PM EST, Fri January 20, 2023. God please watch over them, wrote Kid Cudi. / CBS News. She doesn't really let bad workdays or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. ", But the 52-year-oldcontinued her post by writing,"My absolute favorite thing about myself is being .Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing.". They even had matching tattoos reading "unconditional love" in Aramaic, the AP reported. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. !, Regina on motherhood in Essence interview. Just last week, Regina took to Instagram to urge her followers to support her son's new single, Green Eyes. Social media users have posted messages of condolence underneath the tweets. 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. She went on to earn aGolden Globenomination for Best Director in 2020, with her debut film, One Night in Miami. It was the first time that theWatchmenactress hosted the long-running NBC show. We can all pitch in to help out others who may be suffering and help save lives. 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. Emma Mcintyre/Getty Images. In 2011, the award-winning actress spoke of her unconditional love for her son. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. According to Alexander Jr.'s Instagram, he had a show scheduled for January 28 in Los Angeles. 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. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level. "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 died at age 26. The post stated: Green Eyes out Friday. The boy is all grown up now, and he inherited Regina's passion for the arts. 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. Reach her at sophie.reardon@viacomcbs.com, First published on January 22, 2022 / 11:58 AM. "She's just a super mom," he told E! 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. The statement read: "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. Discovery Company. Ian is the son of Ian Alexander Sr., who married Regina in 1997. I love you.. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 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. Alexander Jr paid homage to his mom on her 50th birthday last year. Regina King's Son Ian Alluded to Social Media Not Being 'Healthy' for Him Before His Death King confirmed to PEOPLE last week that her son Ian had died at 26 By Alexia Fernndez Published. 2. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time, a statement from King provided by her representative said. News on the red carpet of the 2019 Golden Globes. My heart goes out to her.. Email us atexclusive@the-sun.comor call212 416 4552. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health problems, these organizations are here to provide support: Regina promoted her sons music just last week. Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. "January 19th is Ian's Worthday. I think of you often. You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. 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. King, 51, and her son who died by suicide at age 26 got. His 26th birthday was Wednesday. It read: Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. Both Ian Alexander Jr and Hudson Madsen are reported to have died by suicide at the age of just 26. 0:00. Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., died on Friday, Jan. 21, 2022, TODAY has confirmed. It's really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with. "She doesn't really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. REGINA King's son Ian Alexander Jr's final tweets revealed his mental health fears - days before he took his own life. Days before his death, Ian, 26, posted to Instagram about an upcoming event at Bardot this month. News. Published But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. Regina King has confirmed the death of her son, Ian Alexander Jr. He was a DJ who performed under the name desdun, as well as a celebrity chef. Regina King and her son, Ian Alexander Jr., in Los Angeles in 2019. . "I'll give my right arm and that's my writing arm for my child's safety, and so my child can advanceand reach higher than I've ever reached.". I pray that she's surrounded by love and healing energy. Ian was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. "That mama bear thing where I'll do anything for my child, I'm one of those moms," King said at the time. The whole marvel universe aint got s on you, your the real superhero, he added. But hold my hands above a pile of oranges as if to warm my skin before a fire.- Roisin Kelly. You can find out more and change our default settings with Cookies Settings. More:Lisa Marie Presley, Grant Wahl, Stephen 'tWitch' Boss and the trauma of a sudden death. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time.". To honor his life, King recorded a lantern lighting ceremony she participated in for his remembrance, calling him her "guiding light. In an episode of PBS' Finding Your Roots, actress Regina King discovered "unimaginable" details about her grandfather's life. ", Ian once said of Regina, "She's just a super mom. CNN Actor and director Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide, her representative confirmed to CNN Saturday. "But when you experience it, it is the most fulfilling ever. Alexander Jr. was a DJ who went by desdun. 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. 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Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian, King said in a statement shared with TODAY. May you be find light & peace, wrote another. Ian Alexander Jr., son of Regina King, dies at age 26 "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," a family statement shared by a King spokesman said. Regina police are looking for two boys between the ages of 12 and 14 after an alleged bear spray attack Saturday afternoon near the Wascana Rowing and Canoe Club. To have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for, he wrote in an Instagram post. 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. "Real Housewives of Beverly Hills" star Garcelle Beauvais tweeted, "My heart breaks for you@ReginaKing Ian was sweet & kind. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level. It's really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with.". "January 19th is Ian's Worthday," King, 52, wrote, referencing what would have been her son . ", He continued, "But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. Updated Thank you.". King on Instagram Thursday shared video of a lantern glowing in the sky on what would. "The fact that I get to spend this night with you, the best date in the house. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," said King in a statement . But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. You dont know what unconditional love is. Dozens of Twitter users replied using broken hearts and praying emojis. "His spirit is the thread that connects us. When you visit this site, it may store or retrieve information on your browser, mostly in the form of cookies. Regina King and Ian appeared on New Years Eve show. To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable. .". Naomie Harris and Regina King attend the Filming Italy 2022 red carpet on June 10, 2022 in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy "January 19th is Ian's Worthday. Dont you want to say you supported desdun before the blowup?? We are all in different places on the planetso is Ian," King wrote. Aside from acting, Regina King has also directed several episodes of various television shows, including Scandal andThis Is Us. The 26-year-old was a buddingDJ/producer. 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. My heart breaks for you all. 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. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," the . I see you in everything I breath. The only child of the Oscar-winning actor, she. Before his tragic passing, Ian Alexander Jr would often accompany his famous mom to red carpet events. The campaign calls on readers to discuss their mental health issues with their family, friends and health professionals. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED, Download the TMZ App on the Apple App Store, Download the TMZ App on the Google Play Store. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence. My grandfather actually gave me away at my . 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. 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. ", Marc Lamont Hill echoed that "Sending all of my love and condolences to Regina King. "You dont know what unconditional love is. This day and everyday YO DAY!! REGINA King's son Ian Alexander Jr's final tweets revealed his mental health fears - days before he took his own life. Sending love light and prayers to Regina King and her family, Rosanna Arquette chimed in. Thank you.. 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. The two were very close, with Alexander Jr. often accompanying his mother on the red carpet. They were together 10 years before divorcing. During a 2019 Golden Globes appearance, he branded the actress a super mom.. Sophie Reardon is a News Editor at CBS News. Please enter valid email address to continue. He turned 26 on Wednesday. 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. Thank you.". This day and everyday YO DAY!!". 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. "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 "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry and gangsta," he wrote. CNN Sans & 2016 Cable News Network. ", In honor of his mom's 50th birthday last year, Ian paid tribute to the multi-hyphenate on Instagram, writing: "Happy birthday to my co, so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry, and gangsta! His 26th birthday was Wednesday. He had just released a single called Green Eyes that both he and his mother promoted online. King previously told PEOPLE that he was "an amazing young man.". I love you ," Niecy Nash-Betts commented. A Warner Bros. "I see you in everything I breath[e]. Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. Discovery Company. 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. "My lil Rock Star nephew," commented Taraji P. Henson, adding a string of heart emojis. Throughout her career, King has been feted with many accolades including an Oscar and Golden Globefor "If Beale Street Could Talk," and several Emmys for "Watchmen," "American Crime" and "Seven Seconds. And, in a separate post,Alexander Jrsaid: I dont think Instagram is healthy for me.. You may say you do, but if you dont have a child, you dont know what that is. 2023 Cable News Network. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Tributes starting pouring in on social media after news of his death broke. Thank you.. ? he wrote. But when you experience it, it is the most fulfilling ever. "When you experience it, it's the most fulfilling [thing] ever. "He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. IE 11 is not supported. Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life Wednesday, according to law enforcement, the day he turned 26. Alexander Jr died by suicide just three days after turning 26, a representative for King confirmed on Saturday. Regina King was born in Los Angeles, California, to Gloria, a special education teacher, and Thomas King, an electrician. 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 took Ian as date to the Emmys. 0:56. But to have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. And, in a separate post, Alexander Jr said: I dont think Instagram is healthy for me.. This day and everyday YO DAY! One said: Praying for Regina, Ian Sr., and the entire family. 2022 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. US Surgeon General says 13 is too young to join social media. Hear why. appreciated. Ians final post filled with messages of love, mourning. Alexander Jr died by suicide just three days after turning 26, a representative for King confirmed on Saturday. Its been a minute but now we back at the jump off. According to the DA's. 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. 8:03 PM EST, Sat January 22, 2022, Regina King releases statement after death of son. Actors Regina King and Michael Madsen both tragically lost their sons under shocking circumstances, within days of one another. 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. King and her son spent New Year's Eve together - weeks before his death. He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. TV star Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr, tragically died by a reported suicide just days before launching his music career. He performed as Desdun, according to his Instagram page. He was a DJ and singer-songwriter who performed under the name Desdun. 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. On Twitter, famous friends and fans of Regina King vocalized support in the wake of her tragic loss. 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. So, that is the greatest part about me. Social media users have posted messages of condolence underneath the tweets. Justin Theroux joined in with, Love you Regina. 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. Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died at 26, The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed. A Warner Bros. Link Copied! Regina King 's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died by suicide, PEOPLE confirms. CNN Regina King has paid tribute to her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., nearly one year after his death. He is based in New York City and his favorite film is Pretty Woman.. Your effort and contribution in providing this feedback is much She has received various accolades, including an Academy Award, a Golden Globe Award, and four Primetime Emmy Awards. 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