Ian Alexander Jr., a musician, DJ and son of actress and director Regina King, has died by suicide aged 26.
Alexander\u2019s death was confirmed by a public relations representative for King. No further details are available at this time, reports variety.com.
\u201cOur family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,\u201d King said in a statement. \u201cHe 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.\u201d
Alexander was born on January 19, 1996. He was King\u2019s only child.
She shared him with her former husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr. The pair divorced in 2007 after 10 years of marriage.
Alexander was a practicing musician and DJ. Performing under the name Desdune, Alexander had been preparing to perform several shows in Los Angeles later this month. His most recent single, \u2018Green Eyes\u2019, was released on January 7.
King shared the track on her Instagram last week, showing support for her son.
Alexander was often seen accompanying his mother at red carpet events, including the LACMA Art+ Film Gala and various awards shows.
Most recently, he appeared alongside King to help commemorate his mother\u2019s achievements in entertainment at her Hollywood Walk of Fame ceremony in October 2021.
\u201cShe\u2019s just a super mom,\u201d Alexander told E! News in a red carpet interview alongside King at the Golden Globe Awards in 2019.
\u201cShe doesn\u2019t really let bad work days or anything come back and ruin the time that we have. It\u2019s really awesome to have a mother who I can enjoy spending time with.\u201d
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