Ian Alexander Jr, son of actor and director Regina King, dies at 26

Oscar-winner ‘devastated at the deepest level’ by death of ‘a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others’

Ian Alexander Jr, the only child of the Oscar-winning actor and director Regina King, has died. He turned 26 on Wednesday.

“Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian,” a statement shared by a spokesman for King said. “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.”