Jimmy Kimmel Gets Choked Up With Regina King About Her Son's Death

Jimmy Kimmel holds back tears in his first interview with Regina King on 'Jimmy Kimmel Live' since the death of her son, Ian Alexander Jr., who died by suicide in January 2022.

[mrkihgv]

The fact she reached her hand out to console him when it happened to her shows her soul is so pure 😢❤

[lb]

0:37 When you in YOUR pain have to comfort someone else...thats the epitome of compassion❤

[db]

When Jimmy choked up I immediately teared up for her loss. It's so difficult to handle inner pain, but depression is no joke for anyone to suffer with or without support. Praying for her and continuous healing for anyone that is suffering from depression. 💞🙏🏾💞

[LOVER_LINK]

its terrible losing a child, but losing your only child has to be the worst grief imaginable

[glw]

I am so glad to see her returning to public life. She went through a tremendous loss and it's clear that Jimmy adores her.

[greenbyrd]

She is so very beautiful, inside and out. Praying for her continued peace and healing.

[MrFantastic]

That just hit hard when she said he said "I'm tired of talking, mom." Man I felt that in my heart.

[ccubito]

My brother killed himself when he was 21. It was terribly sad and heartbreaking. I felt such sorrow for my brother that he could not find joy in life even though he was smart, handsome, and loved, oh so loved. My condolences to Regina.

[TheThrivingLady]

What a heartfelt display of compassion for a fellow human being.

[JennasMusic]

My father committed suicide when I was 17 and you never get over it, you just learn to somehow carry on. My heart will forever go out to Regina, and all those who loved him.

[WillWize]

The tears won’t stop. God bless this woman, and I commend Jimmy for being such an amazing host and acknowledging Reginas grief

[Shea]

Our World needs MORE people with compassinate hearts like Jimmy Kimmel. 💛💛

[KadeemG]

Condolences to Regina and her family. No parent would ever go through in a difficult time by losing a son.

[berniecole]

Anyone else love and appreciate Jimmys compassion????

[etddqjk]

Aww, Jimmy is so sweet for this! He has heartfelt grief for the loss of her Son. God bless and comfort you Regina🌹

[centellvasilopoulos]

I don't think I could survive my only child taking his own life.

[oirnhdc]

I love Regina King. She is so beautiful. Your son is with you. Ian will always be in your heart❤. First born, her baby, the handsome man, is with the Lord. Mental health struggles is no joke. Be mindful, validate feeling. Check on one another. Regina, we love you.

[ishasankoh]

She's so beautiful, intelligent, and elegant. Despite the tragedy of her son's passing, she still carries herself with such grace and strength. There's even more strength in her vulnerability. Ian was very luck to have her as a mother, may he Rest In Peace...

[lylablueabdul]

Regina aging like fine wine, she’s always glowing.

[Tyfynys]

I’ve been living through depression since I was a child. I have my highs and lows. I try not to live in a space of defeat. Because depression doesn’t go away nor does other mental health disorders. It’s a battle but I try to allow the good out weigh the bad. I keep my mind busy and my thoughts happy so that I don’t give up on myself. 😢