Actress, Regina King's son, Ian Alexander Jr, dies after committing suicide days after his 26th birthday

We are deeply saddened to report on the passing of #ReginaKing's son, Ian Alexander Jr, who died by suicide just days after his 26th birthday. (Read More Here).

The news, initially reported by @bscott, was confirmed by Regina King in a statement to PEOPLE.

"Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian," King stated. "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."

Please keep Regina King and all those who knew and loved her son Ian in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Details are scarce, but sources close to the situation exclusively tell love Bscott that Ian died from apparent suicide yesterday, a day after his 26th birthday.