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Actor And Director Regina King’s Son Commits Suicide

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By Samantha Allen
Published: January 22, 2022 | 7:17 PM GMT

Ian Alexander Jr., the son of actress and filmmaker Regina King, died by suicide, her representative confirmed to NBC News on Saturday.

“The loss of Ian has left our family heartbroken to the core. In a statement issued by her representative, King stated, “He is such a bright light who cared so much for the pleasure of people.”

“During this private time, our family requests polite regard,” it wrote.

Alexander was a musician and DJ who went by the stage name “desduné,” according to his Instagram page. Green Eyes, his most recent single, was released on January 7.

His mother, 51, has won critical acclaim in Hollywood, winning an Academy Award, a Golden Globe and four Primetime Emmy Awards.

Alexander wrote a heartfelt tribute to his mother on her 50th birthday last year.

“To have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for,” he wrote in an Instagram post. “To be all that you are while always having the time to be there, love and support me unconditionally is truly remarkable.”

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Samantha Allen is a seasoned journalist and senior correspondent at TDPel Media, specializing in the intersection of maternal health, clinical wellness, and public policy. With a background in investigative reporting and a passion for data-driven storytelling, Samantha has become a trusted voice for expectant mothers and healthcare advocates worldwide. Her work focuses on translating complex medical research into actionable insights, covering everything from prenatal fitness and neonatal care to the socioeconomic impacts of healthcare legislation. At TDPel Media, Samantha leads the agency's health analytics desk, ensuring that every report is grounded in accuracy, empathy, and scientific integrity. When she isn't in the newsroom, she is an advocate for community-led wellness initiatives and an avid explorer of California’s coastal trails.