Ian Alexander Jr, only child of award-winning actor Regina King, dies aged 26

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.

Providing support. Vivica A. Fox gave an update on her longtime friend Regina King after the actress’ son, Ian Alexander Jr., died by suicide earlier this month.

Vivica A. Fox is sharing an update on her friend and peer, Regina King. On Monday, the host of the Fox Soul series opened up to her fellow hosts after visiting with King over the weekend, where she reconnected with the Oscar-winning actress and witnessed the «outpouring of love» King has received since breaking the news of her son, Ian Alexander Jr.'s, death.“I was with Regina last night and she's OK,” Fox shared, explaining that she visited King after receiving a text telling her King wanted to see her.

The perfect pair. Regina King and her son, Ian Alexander Jr., had a sweet relationship ahead of the musician’s January 2022 death.

Regina King is surrounded by so much love after the tragic passing of her 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander. Regina’s close friend, Vivica A. Fox, got to see the actress on Jan. 23, just two days after Ian died by suicide, and she opened up about it while hosting Face The Truth on Jan. 24. Vivica wiped tears away from her face as she updated viewers on how she raced to see her friend after hearing the news. “I was able to hug her,” Vivica revealed. “I got a text saying, ‘Regina wants to see you,’ and I made a U-turn and immediately head there. I had to go see my friend, my sister. More than anything else, I’m glad I got to hug her, glad I got to look in her eyes.”

Regina King is paying tribute to her son Ian Alexander Jr., describing him as “a bright light,” following his tragic death by suicide at the age of 26.“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” the actress stated, “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.

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Looking back. Weeks before Regina King’s son, Ian Alexander Jr., died by suicide, the pair were elated to celebrate New Year’s Eve together with their family.

Michelle Pfeiffer took to social media to extend her heartfelt support for a fellow Hollywood star following a truly devastating loss.MORE: Michelle Pfeiffer shares pictures from bittersweet reunion with rarely seen sistersThe actress shared her condolences for fellow actress Regina King after the tragic loss of her son Ian Alexander Jr. on Saturday.She shared one of Regina's photos with her late son on her own Instagram Stories, writing: "Sending love @iamreginaking to you and your family.

Hollywood is sending out their love and support to Regina King as she mourns the loss of her only child. Janet Jackson, Kid Cudi, Josh Gad and more celebrities expressed sadness upon hearing the tragic news that Regina’s son Ian Alexander Jr. died by suicide at the age of 26. Many of the social media posts included heartbreaking photos of the mother and son, while others simply shared their heartfelt condolences.

Regina King is grieving the loss of son Ian Alexander Jr. after announcing his death at age 26.

J. Kim Murphy 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.

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Regina King is mourning the death of her son Ian Alexander Jr., who died by suicide at the age of 26. “Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” the Oscar winner, 51, said in a statement on January 22, per 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.”

Regina King is suffering an unimaginable loss following the death of her 26-year-old son, Ian Alexander Jr.The Oscar winner tells ET the family is «devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian.» She added, «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 Jr.