Regina King’s son Ian Alexander Jr dies

Actor-director Regina King’s son Ian Alexander Jr died by suicide, days after his 26th birthday on Wednesday. “Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” Regina said in a statement sent to People magazine. “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,” the statement added. Ian was Regina’s only child, whom she shared with her ex-husband, record producer Ian Alexander Sr Following in his father’s musical footsteps, Ian was a deejay.