Roy Jones Jr.’s son DeAndre Jones has died. He was 32.
DeAndre died by suicide on Saturday, June 22, Roy Jr. confirmed in a Monday, June 24 statement.
The boxing legend, 55, released a statement on Instagram informing the public of DeAndre’s death. “Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday,” Jones wrote.
“I’m so thankful that God allowed me to come home Friday night to spend the last night of his life with me and the family,” Jones continued.
“I know a lot of people are going through tough times right now, but nothing is worth taking your own life,” he wrote. “God gives it and God should be the one to take it away.”
“Please respect our privacy while my family and I process this loss. Thank you for the love and support,” he concluded.
DeAndre was one of three children Roy Jr. shares with his wife, Natlyn Jones. The couple are also parents to Roy III and DeShaun Jones.
Several people commented on the post expressing condolences for the Jones family’s loss.
“My condolences brotha ??????,” wrote Martin Lawrence.
UFC champion Mike Swick wrote, “I was in a very similar situation when I was young and feel your pain and confusion. I couldn’t agree with you more! Stay strong Champ!! ??????.”
“My deepest condolences brother I am so sorry. Praying for your family. ??,” former boxer Amir Khan wrote.
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Roy Jr. is known as a boxing world champion who won in multiple weight classes, from lightweight to heavyweight. The celebrated boxer earned 66 victories throughout his 29-year-long career, including 47 by knockout, per Sky News.
He retired from boxing in February 2018, after 75 professional fights.
If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 or go to 988lifeline.org.
If you or someone you know needs mental health help, text “STRENGTH” to the Crisis Text Line at 741-741 to be connected to a certified crisis counselor.
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