Regina King Opens Up About Personal Loss On a recent visit to Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Regina King shared a deeply personal and emotional conversation about the loss of her son, Ian Alexander Jr. King’s son and only child Ian died by suicide in 2022 at the age of 26, a tragedy that profoundly impacted the acclaimed actress. Remembering Ian Alexander Jr Regina King reminisced about her son, describing him as a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. She reflected on the mental health challenges he faced, revealing that despite numerous treatments, he had expressed being
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- 3/24/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Regina King, an Oscar-winning actress and director, is facing a profound loss as her son, Ian Alexander Jr., has died by suicide. King shared a heartrending statement, Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. The family’s request for respectful consideration during this private time echoes with the weight of their grief. King has often expressed that her son was her greatest pride. Ian’s tribute to his mother on her 50th birthday paints a picture of their close bond, To
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- 3/24/2024
- by Steve Delikson
- TVovermind.com
Regina King and Jimmy Kimmel had a bittersweet moment Thursday night during their first interview together since the death of her son more than two years ago.
The Oscar-winning actress made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and was greeted by the host, “It’s very good to see you. How are you doing right now?”
King responded with a smile, “Right now, I’m good.”
“Good, I’m glad to hear that,” Kimmel said as he attempted to hold back tears. “I know you’ve been through a lot the last year.”
The Shirley actress proceeded to reach over and take the host’s hand with a smile, adding, “Yeah, it’s good to see you, Jimmy.”
King‘s only child, Ian Alexander Jr., died by suicide in January 2022 at 26 years old. She shared Ian with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr.
Earlier this month, the If Beale Street Could Talk...
The Oscar-winning actress made an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live! and was greeted by the host, “It’s very good to see you. How are you doing right now?”
King responded with a smile, “Right now, I’m good.”
“Good, I’m glad to hear that,” Kimmel said as he attempted to hold back tears. “I know you’ve been through a lot the last year.”
The Shirley actress proceeded to reach over and take the host’s hand with a smile, adding, “Yeah, it’s good to see you, Jimmy.”
King‘s only child, Ian Alexander Jr., died by suicide in January 2022 at 26 years old. She shared Ian with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr.
Earlier this month, the If Beale Street Could Talk...
- 3/23/2024
- by Carly Thomas
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Regina King has reentered the spotlight to promote her new film, Shirley. On March 21, the Academy Award-winning actor walked to El Capitan Entertainment Centre on Hollywood Boulevard to film Jimmy Kimmel Live! The 53-year-old turned heads in a crop top that showed off her toned tummy. Get her fit details and more here.
Regina King outside of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ | PG/Bauer-Griffin/Gc Images
As King walked to the studio, paparazzi noted her tight core, which the 227 star credits to a solid health and wellness routine, reports Bombshell by Bleu. King lifts weights and kickboxes at the gym 3-4 times weekly. She prioritizes crunches, pushups, lunges, and 30-minute hikes. Green smoothies and light lunches keep her more indulgent moments in check.
Regina King on March 21, 2024 in LA | PG/Bauer-Griffin/Gc Images
The Harder They Fall star showed off her hard work with a Louis Vuitton Fray Knit Cropped Jumper with silver buttons.
Regina King outside of ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ | PG/Bauer-Griffin/Gc Images
As King walked to the studio, paparazzi noted her tight core, which the 227 star credits to a solid health and wellness routine, reports Bombshell by Bleu. King lifts weights and kickboxes at the gym 3-4 times weekly. She prioritizes crunches, pushups, lunges, and 30-minute hikes. Green smoothies and light lunches keep her more indulgent moments in check.
Regina King on March 21, 2024 in LA | PG/Bauer-Griffin/Gc Images
The Harder They Fall star showed off her hard work with a Louis Vuitton Fray Knit Cropped Jumper with silver buttons.
- 3/22/2024
- by Ali Hicks
- Showbiz Cheat Sheet
Most people have a pet peeve, but for powerhouse actress Regina King, her latest project is a shot at trying to fix hers. And it’s a solution so necessary it’s been almost 15 years in the making.
Premiering March 22 on Netflix, the new biopic Shirley stars King as the indomitable Shirley Chisholm, the Brooklyn politician who made history in 1972 for being the first Black woman to run for president of the United States. While King plays the titular role, she also helped develop the film with her sister, Reina Chisholm,...
Premiering March 22 on Netflix, the new biopic Shirley stars King as the indomitable Shirley Chisholm, the Brooklyn politician who made history in 1972 for being the first Black woman to run for president of the United States. While King plays the titular role, she also helped develop the film with her sister, Reina Chisholm,...
- 3/21/2024
- by CT Jones
- Rollingstone.com
Regina King opened up about her experience with grief two years after losing her son Ian Alexander, Jr.
The 53-year-old actress and director’s son died by suicide at the age of 26 in January 2022.
For the first time in public, she explained how she is honoring him and reflected on how her life has changed in an interview on Good Morning America this week.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I’m a different person now than I was,” Regina said, describing grief as “a journey” and as “love that has no place to go.”
Her goal is to “honor Ian in the totality of who he is” by speaking of him “in the present,” explaining that “he’s always with me.”
“When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way, and they expect it to look heavy,” she said, acknowledging that it was not always that way.
The 53-year-old actress and director’s son died by suicide at the age of 26 in January 2022.
For the first time in public, she explained how she is honoring him and reflected on how her life has changed in an interview on Good Morning America this week.
Keep reading to find out more…
“I’m a different person now than I was,” Regina said, describing grief as “a journey” and as “love that has no place to go.”
Her goal is to “honor Ian in the totality of who he is” by speaking of him “in the present,” explaining that “he’s always with me.”
“When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way, and they expect it to look heavy,” she said, acknowledging that it was not always that way.
- 3/17/2024
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Actress Regina King is known for her Academy Award-winning performance in 2018’s If Beale Street Could Talk. King, who was married to Ian Alexander Sr., had a son, Ian Alexander Jr., who sadly passed away in 2022. Now a couple of years later, King has opened up about the reasons behind her son’s death by suicide.
Regina King in a still from Watchmen
During her appearance on a talk show, King detailed her son’s battle with depression, which was also the primary cause behind legendary actor Robin Williams’ death. At the same time, King also shared her grief over her son’s untimely demise and expressed what his absence felt like. Here is what Regina King said about her late son.
Oscar-Winner Regina King Details Son’s Battle With Depression
Regina King’s late son Ian Alexander Jr (@desdunemjv | Instagram)
This week, actress Regina King, appeared on a segment of Good Morning America,...
Regina King in a still from Watchmen
During her appearance on a talk show, King detailed her son’s battle with depression, which was also the primary cause behind legendary actor Robin Williams’ death. At the same time, King also shared her grief over her son’s untimely demise and expressed what his absence felt like. Here is what Regina King said about her late son.
Oscar-Winner Regina King Details Son’s Battle With Depression
Regina King’s late son Ian Alexander Jr (@desdunemjv | Instagram)
This week, actress Regina King, appeared on a segment of Good Morning America,...
- 3/15/2024
- by Pratik Handore
- FandomWire
It has been two years since Regina King’s only son Ian Alexander Jr. took his life, leaving the Academy Award winner in a state of grief ever since. Known for her work in films including If Beale Street Could Talk, and Boyz n the Hood, the actor rose to mainstream prominence after starring in Jerry Maguire, and would later go on to excel as a director.
However, tragedy struck when she lost her only child in 2022 to suicide, which led to the actor completely disappearing from the public limelight. But finally, King has broken her silence, giving an insight into how the loss turned her life around.
Regina King | Credit: Watchmen
Regina King Opens Up About How Grief Reshaped Her
Only two days after his birthday, Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life on 21 January 2022. Grief-stricken by the loss of her only son, whom she shared with ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr.
However, tragedy struck when she lost her only child in 2022 to suicide, which led to the actor completely disappearing from the public limelight. But finally, King has broken her silence, giving an insight into how the loss turned her life around.
Regina King | Credit: Watchmen
Regina King Opens Up About How Grief Reshaped Her
Only two days after his birthday, Ian Alexander Jr. took his own life on 21 January 2022. Grief-stricken by the loss of her only son, whom she shared with ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr.
- 3/14/2024
- by Santanu Roy
- FandomWire
Oscar- and multiple Emmy-winning actor Regina King spoke out today about her son’s 2022 death by suicide, telling Good Morning America co-anchor Robin Roberts “grief is love that has no place to go.”
King’s 26-year-old son Ian Alexander Jr. died in January 2022.
“Grief is a journey,” King said, adding “I know that it’s important to me to honor Ian in the totality of who he is, speak about him in the present, because he is always with me and the joy and happiness that he gave all of us.”
Watch the interview above.
King continued, “When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way, they expect it to look heavy. To have to experience this and not be able to have the time to just sit with Ian’s choice, which I respect and understand. He didn’t want to be here anymore, and...
King’s 26-year-old son Ian Alexander Jr. died in January 2022.
“Grief is a journey,” King said, adding “I know that it’s important to me to honor Ian in the totality of who he is, speak about him in the present, because he is always with me and the joy and happiness that he gave all of us.”
Watch the interview above.
King continued, “When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way, they expect it to look heavy. To have to experience this and not be able to have the time to just sit with Ian’s choice, which I respect and understand. He didn’t want to be here anymore, and...
- 3/14/2024
- by Greg Evans
- Deadline Film + TV
Regina King is opening up about the death of her son Ian Alexander Jr. by suicide more than two years ago.
Speaking with Good Morning America‘s Robin Roberts in an interview that aired on Thursday, King opened up about both Alexander Jr.’s “choice” to die and the “journey” she’s experienced as she grieves her only child.
“When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way and they expect it to look heavy,” King said of Alexander Jr.’s struggles in her first extensive comments since he died. “To have to experience this and not be able to have the time to just sit with Ian’s choice, which I respect and understand, that he didn’t want to be here anymore. That’s a hard thing for other people to receive because they did not live our experience, did not live Ian’s journey.
Speaking with Good Morning America‘s Robin Roberts in an interview that aired on Thursday, King opened up about both Alexander Jr.’s “choice” to die and the “journey” she’s experienced as she grieves her only child.
“When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way and they expect it to look heavy,” King said of Alexander Jr.’s struggles in her first extensive comments since he died. “To have to experience this and not be able to have the time to just sit with Ian’s choice, which I respect and understand, that he didn’t want to be here anymore. That’s a hard thing for other people to receive because they did not live our experience, did not live Ian’s journey.
- 3/14/2024
- by Hilary Lewis
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Regina King appeared on “Good Morning America” on Thursday to give her first TV interview since the death of her son, Ian Alexander Jr., in January 2022.
Speaking with Robin Roberts, the Oscar-winning actor said she is “a different person now” following his death two years ago.
“Grief is a journey, you know. I understand that grief is love that has no place to go,” she said. “I know that it’s important to me to honor Ian in the totality of who he is, speak about him in the present, because he is always with me and the joy and happiness that he gave all of us.”
Alexander Jr., a musician and DJ, died by suicide in January 2022 at the age of 26. He was King’s only child.
“When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way — they expect it to look heavy,” King said. “To...
Speaking with Robin Roberts, the Oscar-winning actor said she is “a different person now” following his death two years ago.
“Grief is a journey, you know. I understand that grief is love that has no place to go,” she said. “I know that it’s important to me to honor Ian in the totality of who he is, speak about him in the present, because he is always with me and the joy and happiness that he gave all of us.”
Alexander Jr., a musician and DJ, died by suicide in January 2022 at the age of 26. He was King’s only child.
“When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way — they expect it to look heavy,” King said. “To...
- 3/14/2024
- by Ellise Shafer
- Variety Film + TV
Regina King is making a return to the spotlight during Paris Fashion Week.
The 52-year-old Oscar-winning actress made her way out of her hotel as she headed to the Schiaparelli Fashion Show on Thursday (September 28) in Paris, France.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Regina King
For her outing, Regina looked chic in a black and white blazer with a white skirt and white heels.
Thursday’s outing marks the first time in over a year that Regina has attended a public event. Back in June 2022, she stepped out the Filming Italy Festival in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy.
Regina has been staying out of the spotlight following the passing of her son Ian Alexander Jr, who passed away in January 2022 at the age of 26.
This past January, Regina took to social media to pen a touching post remembering her son in honor of his 27th birthday.
The 52-year-old Oscar-winning actress made her way out of her hotel as she headed to the Schiaparelli Fashion Show on Thursday (September 28) in Paris, France.
Photos: Check out the latest pics of Regina King
For her outing, Regina looked chic in a black and white blazer with a white skirt and white heels.
Thursday’s outing marks the first time in over a year that Regina has attended a public event. Back in June 2022, she stepped out the Filming Italy Festival in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy.
Regina has been staying out of the spotlight following the passing of her son Ian Alexander Jr, who passed away in January 2022 at the age of 26.
This past January, Regina took to social media to pen a touching post remembering her son in honor of his 27th birthday.
- 9/29/2023
- by Just Jared
- Just Jared
Regina King is paying tribute to her son a year after his death.
In an Instagram post shared Thursday, King posted a video of a lit lantern flying in the sky on what would’ve been her late son, Ian Alexander Jr.’s 27th birthday.
“January 19th is Ian’s Worthday. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence,” King wrote. “We are all in different places on the planet…so is Ian. His spirit is the thread that connects us.”
She then acknowledged how orange was Alexander’s favorite color, the same hue her lit lantern was: “Of course orange is your favorite color…Its the fire and the calm. I see you in everything I breath.”
She finished her message with, “My absolute favorite thing about myself is being ….Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. Continue to shine bright, my guiding light.”
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In an Instagram post shared Thursday, King posted a video of a lit lantern flying in the sky on what would’ve been her late son, Ian Alexander Jr.’s 27th birthday.
“January 19th is Ian’s Worthday. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence,” King wrote. “We are all in different places on the planet…so is Ian. His spirit is the thread that connects us.”
She then acknowledged how orange was Alexander’s favorite color, the same hue her lit lantern was: “Of course orange is your favorite color…Its the fire and the calm. I see you in everything I breath.”
She finished her message with, “My absolute favorite thing about myself is being ….Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. Continue to shine bright, my guiding light.”
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- 1/20/2023
- by Lexy Perez
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Regina King is still coping with the death of her late son, Ian Alexander Jr., who People previously reported died by suicide in January 2022 at age 26. Early on Jan. 20, roughly one year after his death, King paid tribute to Alexander Jr., her only child, on Instagram by sharing a video of an orange sky lantern she lit on what would've been his 27th birthday. She captioned it, "January 19th is Ian's Worthday. As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence."
"We are all in different places on the planet…so is Ian," she continued. "His spirit is the thread that connects us. Of course orange is your favorite color…Its the fire and the calm. I see you in everything I breath. My absolute favorite thing about myself is being ….Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. Continue to shine bright, my guiding light.
"We are all in different places on the planet…so is Ian," she continued. "His spirit is the thread that connects us. Of course orange is your favorite color…Its the fire and the calm. I see you in everything I breath. My absolute favorite thing about myself is being ….Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. Continue to shine bright, my guiding light.
- 1/20/2023
- by Princess Gabbara
- Popsugar.com
Regina King is celebrating her son’s life.
On Thursday, the “Watchmen” star shared a moving tribute on Instagram to her son Ian Alexander Jr. on what would have been his 27th birthday.
“January 19th is Ian’s Worthday,” she wrote. “As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence.”
In the video, King sends a candle-lit orange lantern up into the sky in remembrance.
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“We are all in different places on the planet…so is Ian. His spirit is the thread that connects us,” she continued. “Of course orange is your favorite color…Its the fire and the calm. I see you in everything I breathe. My absolute favorite thing about myself is being ….Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. Continue to shine bright,my guiding light. ”
Read More: Regina King Mourns The Death Of Son Ian Alexander Jr.
On Thursday, the “Watchmen” star shared a moving tribute on Instagram to her son Ian Alexander Jr. on what would have been his 27th birthday.
“January 19th is Ian’s Worthday,” she wrote. “As we still process his physical absence, we celebrate his presence.”
In the video, King sends a candle-lit orange lantern up into the sky in remembrance.
View this post on Instagram
A post shared by Regina King (@iamreginaking)
“We are all in different places on the planet…so is Ian. His spirit is the thread that connects us,” she continued. “Of course orange is your favorite color…Its the fire and the calm. I see you in everything I breathe. My absolute favorite thing about myself is being ….Regina the mother of Ian the GodKing. Continue to shine bright,my guiding light. ”
Read More: Regina King Mourns The Death Of Son Ian Alexander Jr.
- 1/20/2023
- by Corey Atad
- ET Canada
Regina King received a warm welcome back to the red carpet as she made her first appearance at a celebrity event since losing her only child, son Ian Alexander Jr., earlier this year. On June 10, looking radiant in a sleeveless white top and matching skirt, the actress attended the Filming Italy Festival in Santa Margherita di Pula, Italy. There, she was presented with the Women Power Award. King, who last attended a celebrity event in November, was joined at the Filming Italy Festival by fellow actors Naomie Harris and Edgar Ramirez, who also received awards. King and Harris were seen embracing on the red carpet. King, 51, also received a kiss on the cheek from the festival's general...
- 6/12/2022
- E! Online
The 2022 Met Gala saw tons of our favorite stars walking the red carpet and showing off their own takes on the night's "Gilded Glamour" dress code. There was at least one very notable celeb missing, though: Regina King. The Oscar winner was one of the cochairs of this year's gala, along with Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and Lin-Manuel Miranda. King always stuns on the red carpet, but it's understandable that she would miss this year's gala after a recent personal tragedy.
In January 2022, King's 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr., died by suicide. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," King said in a statement to People. "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. Thank you." While King has not made any public statement about her decision...
In January 2022, King's 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr., died by suicide. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," King said in a statement to People. "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. Thank you." While King has not made any public statement about her decision...
- 5/3/2022
- by Amanda Prahl
- Popsugar.com
When “King Richard” star Aunjanue Ellis and “The Harder They Fall’s” Regina King paired off for Variety‘s Actors on Actors, presented by Amazon, Ellis asked King to dish on one of her favorite performances from her fellow actor — Marcee Tidwell in 1996’s “Jerry Maguire.”
“You’re taking me back to a long time ago. I can’t believe it’s been 25 years since that film,” King told Ellis.
The film debuted on Dec. 13, 1996, just over 25 years ago, opening at No. 1 at the box office and earning $273 million over its run. Marcee is the no-nonsense wife of Rod Tidwell (Cuba Gooding Jr.), the star client of sports agent Jerry Maguire (Tom Cruise). [Technically, after Jerry’s in-office meltdown at the top of the film, Rod is his only client, but an important one regardless.]
“Jerry Maguire” went on to be nominated for five Oscars, including best picture, with Gooding taking home the best supporting actor trophy. In 2019, King earned an Oscar of her own, winning the best supporting actress prize for “If Beale Street Could Talk,...
“You’re taking me back to a long time ago. I can’t believe it’s been 25 years since that film,” King told Ellis.
The film debuted on Dec. 13, 1996, just over 25 years ago, opening at No. 1 at the box office and earning $273 million over its run. Marcee is the no-nonsense wife of Rod Tidwell (Cuba Gooding Jr.), the star client of sports agent Jerry Maguire (Tom Cruise). [Technically, after Jerry’s in-office meltdown at the top of the film, Rod is his only client, but an important one regardless.]
“Jerry Maguire” went on to be nominated for five Oscars, including best picture, with Gooding taking home the best supporting actor trophy. In 2019, King earned an Oscar of her own, winning the best supporting actress prize for “If Beale Street Could Talk,...
- 1/29/2022
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Aunjanue Ellis (“King Richard”) and Regina King (“The Harder They Fall”) sat down for a virtual chat for Variety’s Actors on Actors, presented by Amazon Studios. For more, click here.
Regina King and Aunjanue Ellis have shared the screen twice, in 2004’s “Ray” and 2018’s “If Beale Street Could Talk.” In both outings, the actors played adversaries — first as songstresses competing for Ray Charles’ affections and then as the mothers of the central lovers in “Beale Street” who don’t see eye to eye about their children’s relationship.
“I feel like we’ve been robbed,” King says. “We need to have something where it’s just me and you all the way through.” To which Ellis jokes: “What do you mean? Two women actually talking on screen?”
The laughs continue as the actors discuss their creative process crafting their latest characters — King’s “Treacherous” Trudy Smith in “The Harder They Fall...
Regina King and Aunjanue Ellis have shared the screen twice, in 2004’s “Ray” and 2018’s “If Beale Street Could Talk.” In both outings, the actors played adversaries — first as songstresses competing for Ray Charles’ affections and then as the mothers of the central lovers in “Beale Street” who don’t see eye to eye about their children’s relationship.
“I feel like we’ve been robbed,” King says. “We need to have something where it’s just me and you all the way through.” To which Ellis jokes: “What do you mean? Two women actually talking on screen?”
The laughs continue as the actors discuss their creative process crafting their latest characters — King’s “Treacherous” Trudy Smith in “The Harder They Fall...
- 1/29/2022
- by Angelique Jackson
- Variety Film + TV
Ian Alexander Jr., the only son of actress Regina King, has died by suicide.
King issued a statement to People magazine on her loss.
“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” the statement said. “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. Thank you.”
Alexander would have celebrated his 26th birthday on Wednesday. He is King’s son by record producer and ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr.
King and her son had matching tattoos reading “unconditional love” in Aramaic, according to People.
An outpouring of condolences on social media was sent out to King, who won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for If Beale Street Could Talk in 2019.
Prayers for Regina King family & Ian Alexander Sr. family...
King issued a statement to People magazine on her loss.
“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” the statement said. “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. Thank you.”
Alexander would have celebrated his 26th birthday on Wednesday. He is King’s son by record producer and ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr.
King and her son had matching tattoos reading “unconditional love” in Aramaic, according to People.
An outpouring of condolences on social media was sent out to King, who won a Best Supporting Actress Oscar for If Beale Street Could Talk in 2019.
Prayers for Regina King family & Ian Alexander Sr. family...
- 1/22/2022
- by Bruce Haring
- Deadline Film + TV
Ian Alexander Jr., a musician, DJ and son of actress and director Regina King, has died by suicide. He was 26 years old.
Alexander’s death was confirmed to Variety by a public relations representative for King. No further details are available at this time.
“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” King said in a statement. “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. Thank you.”
Alexander was born on Jan. 19, 1996. He was King’s only child. She shared him with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. The pair divorced in 2007 after ten years of marriage.
Alexander was a practicing musician and DJ. Performing under the name Desduné, Alexander had been preparing to perform several shows in Los Angeles later this month. His most recent single,...
Alexander’s death was confirmed to Variety by a public relations representative for King. No further details are available at this time.
“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” King said in a statement. “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. Thank you.”
Alexander was born on Jan. 19, 1996. He was King’s only child. She shared him with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. The pair divorced in 2007 after ten years of marriage.
Alexander was a practicing musician and DJ. Performing under the name Desduné, Alexander had been preparing to perform several shows in Los Angeles later this month. His most recent single,...
- 1/22/2022
- by J. Kim Murphy
- Variety Film + TV
Regina King's son Ian Alexander Jr. has died, E! News has learned. The musician died by suicide days after his 26th birthday. He was the Oscar-winning actress and director's only child, whom she shared with ex-husband Ian Alexander Sr. "Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others," King said in a statement to E! News. "Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Thank you." King was an avid supporter of her son's music career, calling herself a "proud mom" on Instagram after the release of his debut single in April 2021. While on the red carpet...
- 1/22/2022
- E! Online
Ian Alexander Jr., the only child of actress-director Regina King, died Friday at age 26, the actress said in a statement provided.
No cause of death has been made public, but according to People, he died by suicide.
“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian, 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. Thank you,” King said in a statement provided to TheWrap.
Alexander was known publicly as a DJ and singer-songwriter under the name Desduné. He most recently released the single “Green Eyes,” and the single “Work It Out” in April 2021.
He had a close relationship with King, writing on her 50th birthday last fall: “To have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. To be all that you are while always...
No cause of death has been made public, but according to People, he died by suicide.
“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian, 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. Thank you,” King said in a statement provided to TheWrap.
Alexander was known publicly as a DJ and singer-songwriter under the name Desduné. He most recently released the single “Green Eyes,” and the single “Work It Out” in April 2021.
He had a close relationship with King, writing on her 50th birthday last fall: “To have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for. To be all that you are while always...
- 1/22/2022
- by Ross A. Lincoln
- The Wrap
When Regina King brought her son, Ian Alexander Jr., as her date to the 2019 Golden Globes, it wasn't the first time he tagged along with his mom to a big event. The 22-year-old, whom Regina had with ex-husband Ian Alexander, praised his mom while they were on the Globes red carpet, calling her "supermom" and sharing how much he values equality in the workplace, as part of the Time's Up movement.
Ian has been part of his mom's red carpet routine for more than a decade, showing up at premieres, receptions, and even the NAACP Awards. It seems the two have the most fun at NBA games together, though, and once you see the pictures, you'll know exactly what we mean! Keep reading to see them and more sweet moments between the two.
Related: Regina King Is Making Us Reach For Tissues With Her Impassioned Golden Globes Speech...
Ian has been part of his mom's red carpet routine for more than a decade, showing up at premieres, receptions, and even the NAACP Awards. It seems the two have the most fun at NBA games together, though, and once you see the pictures, you'll know exactly what we mean! Keep reading to see them and more sweet moments between the two.
Related: Regina King Is Making Us Reach For Tissues With Her Impassioned Golden Globes Speech...
- 1/7/2019
- by Hedy Phillips
- Popsugar.com
Regina King took home the Golden Globe for best supporting actress for her role in If Beale Street Could Talk on Sunday, but someone should really give her another for her incredible speech. After praising director Barry Jenkins for making a film that her son, Ian Alexander Jr., could relate to, King used her platform to discuss the importance of creating fair workplaces for women. "In the next two years, I'm making a vow that everything that I produce will be 50 percent women," King said. "I challenge anyone out there who is in a position of power . . . I challenge you to challenge yourself and stand with us in solidarity and do the same." Grab the tissues and watch King's full speech above!
- 1/7/2019
- by Monica Sisavat
- Popsugar.com
Regina King is a "super mom" in real life, says her son. Ian Alexander Jr., who turns 23 later this month, made his comments to E! News' Ryan Seacrest while standing beside the 47-year-old actress on the red carpet at the 2019 Golden Globes. King, 47, is nominated for two 2019 Golden Globes—Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture for her role in If Beale Street Could Talk and Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made for Television for her part in the miniseries Seven Seconds. She plays a powerful mother in both projects. "Usually people will ask me, 'What's it like having Regina King be your...
- 1/6/2019
- E! Online
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