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Regina King's Son, Ian Alexander Jr., Has Died At 26

Ian Alexander Jr. was the only son of King and record producer Ian Alexander Sr.
by Natalie Oganesyan Staff
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Ian Alexander Jr. — Regina King's only son, whom she shared with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. — has died by suicide at the age of 26, according to the family's statement and multiple reports.

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"Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," King said in a statement shared with news outlets. "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."

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Ian was a musician and DJ who performed under the stage name Desduné. He was set to perform at a Los Angeles venue late this month and had just released a single called "Green Eyes" on January 7.

View this photo on Instagram Desduné / Via instagram.com

The late artist had matching tattoos with his mother, who opened up about the ink in a 2017 interview with The View. Ian suggested they choose three designs each and get whichever style is matching. They both settled on "unconditional love," which is tattooed in Aramaic on Ian's shoulder and King's arm, respectively.

View this photo on Instagram Desduné / Via Instagram: @https://www.instagram.com/desdunemjv/p/CKEvy4-hhfb/?utm_medium=copy_link

Following the news of Ian's death, celebrities and notable figures took to social media to support King and send their love.

Josh Gad @joshgad My love, my prayers, my thoughts, my everything go out to @ReginaKing and her family tonight. My heart breaks. Sending you nothing but light. 07:40 AM - 22 Jan 2022 Reply Retweet Favorite Josh Gad / Via Twitter: @joshgad
Be A King @BerniceKing Praying for Regina King. She needs all the grace and light that can flow her way right now. 07:25 AM - 22 Jan 2022 Reply Retweet Favorite Bernice King / Via Twitter: @BerniceKing
Missy Elliott @MissyElliott PRAYERS for Regina King family & Ian Alexander Sr. familyDear LORD give them STRENGTH during this time 05:08 PM - 22 Jan 2022 Reply Retweet Favorite Missy Elliott / Via Twitter: @MissyElliott
Loni Love @LoniLove I met Ian at @sherrieshepherd’s birthday bash.. he catered the event. Cooked and served all the food and it was delicious!!!! Such a sweet and talented young man… Rest In Peace. 06:00 AM - 22 Jan 2022 Reply Retweet Favorite Loni Love / Via Twitter: @LoniLove
The Chosen One : I YOU FRESHIE 4EVER @KidCudi My heart hurts for Regina King and her family. God please watch over them. 04:22 PM - 22 Jan 2022 Reply Retweet Favorite Kid Cudi / Via Twitter: @KidCudi
Marlee Matlin @MarleeMatlin I am absolutely heartbroken for @ReginaKing. Please keep her and her family in your thoughts. 06:35 AM - 22 Jan 2022 Reply Retweet Favorite Marlee Matlin / Via Twitter: @MarleeMatlin Our condolences to King and her family.

If you are in crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-TALK (8255), or contact the Crisis Text Line by texting "STRENGTH" to 741-741. You can also visit suicidepreventionlifeline.org for more resources.

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