Regina King talks about her grief after son’s death

The actress opens up about heartbreak she experienced after losing her son to suicide and her role in her new movie, "Shirley."
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[@yolanda5756]

"Grief is love that has no place to go"❤

[@paulettetheus1482]

Absolutely

[@clariseharrington8252]

Beautiful

[@meliw4142]

I felt that!

[@bigfootisreal9359]

she changed the way i think of grief that’s amazing

[@genovaervin4134]

Amen❤

[@MrWolfchamp-xi3cu]

What Robin said at the end Being strong sometimes is just getting out of bed. Just breathing. Just being.

[@chick-fil-agal2264]

Right on

[@cvc1814]

Whew facts 😢😢❤

[@williamcarter9066]

Everyone will go through it at some point because that’s how life is my mother and all three of my brothers have passed!! And they only I’ve gotten through it it let the grief in full force with a partial time table of no matter what you’ve got to keep going if for other reasons to honor mother and brothers !!!

[@bellalegendre2644]

That is so true!

[@chrisitnajones5527]

Agree

[@blackspider1405]

Ive had depression my whole life.. there's nothing you could have done, Regina.. It's us fighting our own brains.. I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@ReadWell572]

well said

[@paige4128]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽. Amen!

[@AK.126]

​@@mrsx7944 Depression is one thing but Clinical Depression is a different beast. The two don't even compare.

[@mrsx7944]

@AK.126 you're right. One is "situational" meaning temporary. The other is a chemical imbalance. My point is everyone says they have the second one and there's no way that's true. And they( psychiatrists) treat it like it's permanent. They push 💊 on everyone. It's all about 💰

[@pennylocario7487]

Sending you a hug and prayers!🫂🙏🏿

[@queenaknowles3043]

"I'm tired of talking mom" I felt this in my spirit.

[@mimimaryan]

I also do

[@michelesiger6890]

Regina doesn’t even age. She’s beautiful and I love her acting.

[@kiaramarshall08]

I said this exact thing today. She crossed my mind often. Very often.

[@AngeBiampandou]

She does but gracefully

[@jeromebass7878]

🙏 for Regina & good to 👀 her sis in this new movie with her she was on the what's happening now show as the little girl

[@nonya6522]

Her neck shows

[@jerrilynpapilon9611]

​@nonya6522 I bet she will age more gracefully than you stop being jealous it's ugly and unbecoming.

[@uscitizen3252]

I think of Regina often and always hope she's doing okay.

[@joyacree5062]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@KysaSiovan]

Me too ❤️

[@dgreenlee8036]

I'm glad to know I'm not the only one. She means a lot to me personally. She is a wonderful person. so versatile, humble, and inspiring.

[@mlynettepinky595]

​@dgreenlee8036 I was thinking about her, last week. Ricky Smiley was talking about his son, who died the same way. Every time I see her on tv shows, lotion commercial and movies wonder how she was doing. She lost her only child. I pray God heals her heart

[@lynettareese9885]

So do I….

[@brittaniw9180]

She expressed herself so gracefully. I've never heard anyone articulate grief as she did.

[@angelaprice921]

I concur

[@beatricewoods8377]

Underated in movie RAY she was awesome ❤

[@hazel2nv]

@@beatricewoods8377 10:11 mm M Is hrhehehhh He H H Nmnh Hunny HM Nhhhtthgthnth Y

[@dianaivery74]

​@@beatricewoods8377Oh I didn't know, hope I can find it to go watch.

[@jwill3856]

@@dianaivery74 Regina is very unsung!

[@lesegobuthelezi6684]

My 5 yr old son drowned in our pool in 2017 and all I can say is... it's painful and you'll never see life the same again. yet the memories and hearing his laughter in my heart is the best hug ever from God.

[@allurawildman5253]

Reading the first line of your comment felt like a hard punch to the chest. My condolences to you and your family.

[@Nokwandaa]

Ncesi Shenge❤❤❤

[@catricetanner7946]

I’m so,so sorry! That just hit my heart really hard so I can imagine your pain. I loss my 14 year old son to a brain tumor in 2019 and I honestly don’t believe people truly understand just what you said. Doesn’t matter how much time passes, what level of counseling you receive, all of the joy or great things that happens as life continues. We aren’t nor will we ever be the same. 💔

[@samanthacaine5029]

❤❤❤❤

[@wendywalters784]

God bless you!!

[@stephaniecastillo3976]

I met Regina once at a grocery store. I was her cashier. She was so so kind and gracious. It will always have an impact on me. I’m sorry for her loss ❤😢

[@donalddavis6689]

AMEN 🙏🙏 To You!! YES And Another BIG YES ✨✨.

[@KatGlo]

I met her while going to see the Raisin in the sun, she was walking right by my mom and I outside

[@ShaShaLuva414]

I saw her at that Ralph’s years ago in LA on Centinela and La Cienega and she is one of the Coolest and so beautiful and kind person. Myself being use to running into Celebrities I enjoyed our conversation and respected her wanting to stay low key to not draw attention from others. But she was so cool with a homegirl vibe

[@sidjed6333]

​@@traciealston717What is the purpose of your comment in this thread? I'm curious to know.

[@Lipstickforever84]

Yes, I saw her at the DEL AMO mall over ten years ago. She was shooting a movie, and I was amazed at her beauty. She’s stunning in real life. Also, very poised & gracious. My condolences to her…

[@colegreenofficial]

"Grief is Love that has no place to go." I don't think I ever heard it described so well. Absolutely how I've felt.

[@paige4128]

That is deep and I’ve never heard it described that way. Perfect!

[@beatricerights]

Hugs

[@keepingit763]

It’s so true! It’s so hard to lose someone you love unconditionally.

[@leeauslander8305]

I lost my daughter two years ago also the grief never goes away! No one gets it unless you have lost a child. Its a sad place to be. 😢

[@karenmcgee1869]

Amen❤!

[@taintedlove202]

Robin Roberts will always be the classiest interviewer on television.

[@DK4LIFE24]

Yes! Others who shall remain nameless should definitely take notes! Js

[@krystlelocke5761]

👍

[@THEDOORIZCLOSED]

Tamron Hall?

[@lisaparker773]

Yes 👍🏽 Robin Roberts is truly a real wonderful interviewer. I just truly love ❤️ her.

[@JoyHarrison]

@@THEDOORIZCLOSED I doubt the person is talking about Tamron Hall. I think they're referring to Gayle King especially after her interview with Lisa Leslie.

[@miriama.percell572]

My son passed away from an 8 year struggle with heart failure. As I looked at his body lying in the hospital my first response was thank you Jarred for 38 years of being your mom. He fought to live and I stayed by his side the entire journey. His last words an hour before he transitioned while I was at work, was to bring him a slushy and a hotdog. It’s an indescribable hurt so I won’t try. I too am not the same, yet I believe I am stronger, wiser and humbled. When the waves of grief come, I hold on to my faith that God won’t let me lose my mind. I am still holding on 1.5 years later. Rest in Peace Jarred… RIP Ian❣️🙏🏽

[@arprentiss]

My oldest son transitioned nearly 5 years ago due to homicide. He was 23 years 9 months and 30 days old. I thanked God then and now for the honor joy pleasure of being his mom. And yes, God won’t let me lose my mind. Shalom precious mom. 🙏🏽💜

[@lungiswamatshaba]

💜💜🙏 Sending you love, and God bless you 💕

[@leeosmond9217]

Im so sorry 😢. You are a very strong person

[@AntoinetteBrice]

Praise God community of mom’s with children that transitions. I lost my son some “31” years ago and I know he is resting with the Lord and this is my “peace”!❤

[@shaketamcghee5011]

🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@xpnn]

You can see it in her eyes that she’s utterly devastated. Parents should never have to bury their children

[@juliesutherland4861]

It Goes Against The Natural Cycle of Life! I Raised My Lil (Youngest) Bro Since Birth. We Lost Him At 23 To A Brain Tumor. It Was The Only Time I'd Ever Seen Our Father Cry.👀🫣🥹🥲😩😪🤧🙏

[@actorpmw]

“But what is grief, if not love persevering.”

[@aniyahphillips8552]

The first time I heard this quote in Wandavision I was floored...I look at grief so differently now...Regina is such a wise woman

[@actorpmw]

@@aniyahphillips8552 it’s a truly beautiful way to look at it.

[@t.wilson7962]

Vision said it best!

[@delorisbain5699]

​@@actorpmwtt/t433eqw!qq

[@graceg3250]

Grief is also people’s way of showing love. But you can love someone without grieving them. You’re not obligated to grieve to show your love. You can focus on the good times and qualities they expressed without yearning to experience them again or feel sad that they stopped. Your memories can propel you forward with expectant joy about what else is in store in your life.

[@olive1234567899]

Regina saying she “respected and understands his choice” is so so profound. Wow. For everyone reading this who took that in, the way I did, just know you’re not alone

[@Chihuahua-chica]

my sister took her own life.........I was so angry with her but then realized how much pain she was in emotionally that this was her only relief. My angry turned to sadness for her. 💔

[@jaijai5250]

It resonated with me completely. My eldest daughter took her own life October 2023, aged 26 years. Although my heart has been ripped to shreds, I too had to respect that it was her decision, but it still doesn’t lessen the pain.

[@Chihuahua-chica]

@@jaijai5250 Im so sorry for u and your daughter. I hate when people say that suicide is the easy way, they have no idea what they r talking about unless they lost someone to suicide. Mental illness is an illness just like cancer n needs to be taken more seriously.

[@SamuraiCats]

Hugs to all of you who know this loss. I have depression and I'd be lying if I said I didn't understand his choice. I am, however, thankful that we are approaching a place societally where we seek to understand the deep emotional pain some people carry instead of just condemning them for not being able to carry that weight any longer. I had a thought as I watched this: when I was growing up, society was quick to label this a sin and condemn the person. And I think we miss the lesson when we do this - the lesson being that emotional pain is profound and heavy and some folks seem to carry not just their pain but that of other people as well. Condemning someone may seem easier than confronting the fact they were collapsing and we either missed it or could not do anything to change it. But we can't learn from what we dismiss. I have deep respect for her that her anger was never with her son. She didn't condemn him. She simply asked why he was given such a burden. It's a selfless act to respect his choice, to recognize she couldn't fully know the pain he was feeling but she did know how long he fought, how tired he was and the toll it was taking. My heart goes out to her and to any of you who know this loss or who battle daily with depression.

[@browngirl2533]

⁠@@SamuraiCats🤔 Mmm, I don’t think people “condemn” those who commit suicide by telling them it’s not God’s will for them to take their life. That’s not condemnation, more like education, because what IF it’s true? What if it’s actually is a sin to take one’s life? I would think one would want to know ALL truth before making a such a decision

[@MaSpecialk1]

Regina King is inspiring ALL by herself.

[@gabrielle9958]

💯

[@len1975]

Yes she is. Such a beautiful soul

[@cecemimi9304]

Agreed!

[@gemma1874]

Regina is a inspiration

[@paige4128]

“Grief is love that has no place to go…” POWERFUL!!!!

[@librasoul1705]

🎯

[@chickennuggsd4094]

Yes, and it is so true.

[@Jray181818]

@@JesusIsComingSoon316get a job

[@telikaandfam]

yes that quote became famous from the wanda show i was blown away the first time i heard it its so true

[@barbaramelville337]

😢😢😢😢

[@LisaSwindall]

I lost my only child in a car accident, it is not something a mother ever gets over. Four people were killed in the single car accident. He was my life, and his was just beginning. Thomas was four days from his 20th birthday. Regina is a beautiful lady, and I thank her for sharing her story.

[@Loveabounds.]

Sorry for your great loss

[@LashusJourney]

Sorry for your loss ❤🙏

[@theoffxcialboss1071]

Sorry for your loss

[@monkiaray9093]

Sorry for your loss. May God comfort you and family and those who also lost

[@tanclarkplusclark1590]

Prayers beyond

[@marisatrevino306]

My Dad would do everything for my mom and when he passed away she was crying and as I was holding her she said crying in my arms “I don’t know what I’m going to do now” then I told her “mom you are already doing it”. Then she just suddenly stops crying and looks up at me and said thank you with a peaceful smile 🥹. Just getting up and continuing to live is being strong. The Good Lord continues to give us strength when we are weak. 🙏🏻❤️

[@princessagatha9991]

That’s a mom that truly knows the pain her son was in.

[@tonysoextra]

Yes

[@charissac118]

amen.

[@Anonymous-mg5zh]

"When it comes to depression, people expect it to look a certain way." So true. May God continue to give you strength. Amazing interview.

[@trawlins396]

That's not true. I dont expect it to look any way

[@meghanmisaliar]

Who's people? I hate generalizations

[@meghanmisaliar]

I don't

[@sheritacotten5293]

look a certain way physically or emotionally?

[@sonyaunderwood933]

Ms. King is telling HER truth and I Respect that🫡 .

[@thomasschroeter302]

I'm a son who still struggles with depression and there has rarely been an interview that got to me to continue to fight, not just for my life but also for my mom's and my dad's lives ❣

[@youaintgettingmyhandle]

Thank you for being here. Please don’t *ever* give up. Know that you are worth it. 💪🏾❤️

[@stephaniesherrill6421]

Continue to fight ❤ for Mom and Dad, especially for yourself. You are loved.

[@S.Pri8]

'Not just for my life but also for my mom's and my dad's lives." That's deep. Thank you for acknowledging for them and continuing to fight. Keep fighting for yourself and your family. God made you strong. Remember that❤

[@Likelyfairy]

Sending you hugs and love ❤️ thank you for trying your best everydays. And god bless your family

[@simplytruthbyjerritta6066]

So happy you decided to fight! I am standing with you in prayer! You are loved!!!❤

[@mahogony06]

I lost my 28 year old a few months ago and it has been one of the most devastating things that I've ever experienced. I feel her sadness through this interview but also her strength. Praying for anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one.

[@8td8tr]

🙏🙏🙏

[@KaliKali-hv9bt]

❤❤❤ I’m so sorry

[@truthwithes6690]

God bless you and my the lord give you supernatural strength.

[@JD-nw2qj]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾😪

[@leoniecollins207]

🙏🏾🦋💐

[@ytJuice13]

For her to say she respects his decision is the strongest thing I’ve ever heard. She’s an incredible woman

[@sweetblaquewine]

Right?!?!?! Wow so powerful. I find myself in tears, both sad and grateful. ❤ “Happy Sorrow”

[@patritchie6]

And which is so hard to as a mother to say

[@FiliGoddess]

Strongest thing because she was forced to say it. She was struggling because she didn't believe that for real. There is nothing respectable about taking your own life. PERIOD.

[@jaylenwilbourn2936]

@@godhg9694that wouldn’t have a changed a damn thing. Depression is a battle of the mind, and nobody suffering from depression can be healed the outside in. Is has to be inside out.

[@KeevsPeevd]

@@godhg9694you gotta practice the art of stfu and minding your business, the best part is it’s free.

[@nonamepainter]

To hear her validate her son's choice to leave this life, incredible! For some people it's just too painful and that's ok. Sending you my love Ms.King!

[@adaj472]

That’s what I was thinking ❤. It’s so, so hard to think of it like this, but mental illnesses are illnesses. Sometimes, your loved one may be terminally ill and doesn’t want to keep fighting. Mental illnesses HURT, and even when you can manage them, sometimes the pain is still excruciating. We live in a society that tells us “if it’s in your brain, it’s not really real and you can choose something else”… that’s not always true.

[@tonysoextra]

So true

[@heatherchristiana3875]

I’m literally crying

[@dezimonae1214]

Disgusting what is wrong with you people?

[@starfighter11]

​@@dezimonae1214can you elaborate?

[@chillwithash]

“Grief is love that has no place to go”… that tore me up.

[@bethanywhite877]

It is so true.

[@mmcdonald1000]

😭🙏

[@rhondell]

That was deep

[@busybeez88]

🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@ambienbrain8261]

Powerful words!!!

[@user-mw7nc7ue4m]

I'm a dad that just lost my daughter before her 25th birthday. 3months ago....We get through not day by day but moment by moment....R.I.P.❤ to all of those that have lost there babies....Thank you Ragina for sharing your courage and strength in your lost with us all .🙏🏾

[@TP-xy2ms]

I never heard anyone saying “he doesn’t want to be here anymore” that’s powerful and I respect it. I will now look at suicide a lot different.

[@lauralarrabee7870]

Regina’s makeup is flawless. Look at those eyes and smile she’s the total package.

[@dwayneoneil689]

But she is hurting there are so many people looking good outwardly but are dying inwardly Jesus is the comforter people please get to know him

[@lauralarrabee7870]

@@dwayneoneil689 She lost her child of course she’s hurting. It’s a lesson in faith not to give up on yourself when you’ve lost the most important thing which is family. I don’t feel obligated to worship any specific deity, thanks. Regina is a wonderful example a successful Black woman for young people and adults to emulate, rather than the garbage that has infiltrated tv and media.

[@mrsx7944]

​@@lauralarrabee7870they all use professional makeup artists.

[@maxinef6654]

She has beautiful eyes.

[@priscillavelazquezs]

Prettiest brows

[@TheTimo5494]

This woman deserves the world

[@dennismclaurin1487]

But the world doesn't deserve her

[@TheDondon14]

@@dennismclaurin1487 probably not, but the world is lucky to have her!

[@Rue100]

SOOOO MANY BLACK AMERICAN WOMEN LIKE MS.REGINA KING MANY BLESSINGS

[@dwayneoneil689]

😮 You can have the world but give me Jesus

[@dwayneoneil689]

What deos it profit a man if he gain the World and lose your soul

[@sonsanddaughter3569]

My 10 years old son drowned and passed on the scene...its only been 2months yet it feels like yesterday. The only way i can describe how i feel....i feel dead too,i don't how to go on. I miss my boy 😢

[@tiyaht2158]

I am so sorry…😔 So sorry for the pain you’re feeling, from losing your son. I understand the feeling you described, though… That’s exactly how I felt up until about a month ago- that hollowness…the emptiness… Just going through the motions… It’s truly a day by day, moment by moment process. It has taken every bit of help and support offered to me. I hope you have, seek and/or will welcome it all, as well. Sending you Light and Love as you travel this journey. You can do this…🙏🏼

[@candicewilliams372]

So sorry for your loss. May The Most High be with you.

[@BDAgirl441]

💜

[@joellebrinkley1521]

Day to day and moment to moment

[@Chulochulo88]

I have a 9 year old and can't imagine. I'm sorry to hear that. Sending you love and strength❤

[@septemberwashington2629]

Every parents nightmare is their child passing away before they do......Much love, respect, and admiration to the beautifully talented Regina King.....RIP Ian

[@romainrutayisire4273]

"Grief is a journey. Grief is love that doesn't have where to go". Very powerful, Regina. Very powerful!

[@lulu7777ist]

Ian’s pain had to be much greater than the pain he left behind. God bless you, Regina.

[@Hotrodchef89]

It usual is...

[@bethanywhite877]

I understand what you are saying but the pain of 5uicide loss is unimaginable. It changed me. For the better eventually but it was so unimaginable.

[@barbarapeller]

Understanding "depression" is something only God knows.

[@iamspeaking6686]

Amen Amen & Amen 🙏🏾

[@shawnekia751]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@enochclarke756]

"It's his choice to make!" Wow! That is profound, and it forces me to see it from a different perspective!

[@chw.icu.15.4]

"Grief is love that has no place to go". This lady is pure integrity. Thank you Regina.

[@shondraturner]

I 100% understand what Regina went through. My son suffered from depression and other mental health challenges. He turned 18 and after years of therapy, hospital stays and psychiatrists, he decided it was time. The last time I saw my son was the morning of September 1st, 2022. I had the opportunity to have that hard discussion with my son and accept it was going to be his decision when the time came. I am proud of my son staying here 18 years and being the best human he could be. I miss him everyday and always remember how he made me feel good to be his mom.

[@Starship300]

May God continue to give you strength!!

[@SoKimistic]

🙏🏾 for you. I'm so sorry for your loss. ❤

[@vivianespinoza1549]

You sound like such a great mom your son is proud of you may he rest in peace❤️❤️

[@81tooters]

WARM, TIGHT, HUGS, PRAYERS AS WELL

[@beingoodhealthandprosper8359]

*My condolences to you ...*

[@kcat200]

My heart goes out to Regina. Think about her often.

[@deannaroberson1451]

I’m so sorry for her loss.😢

[@deborahsmith1804]

My son passed away on January 4th 2022 from Covid. He was 49. My heart breaks every day. Every day 😢

[@kaoshi_kutie]

Pray for Gods peace , comfort and unspeakable joy with you ❤❤❤

[@leoniecollins207]

🙏🏾🦋💐

[@theemotionalremix]

Damn

[@tiyaht2158]

I’m sorry for your pain…😞🙏🏼

[@madreep]

I lost my 24 year old daughter to suicide July 15, 2022. I can also say that I respect her choice. It devestated me, and still does every day. She would be 26 tomorrow and I wish so much that we could celebrate together, along with her twin brother.

[@danilaroche1156]

What do you mean respect her choice? Suicide is an evil spirit from Satan. May the Lord heal your deep pain. I am certain you will see her again when the Lord comes back.

[@vsanchez7158]

She is always with you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@madreep]

@danilaroche1156 She wasn't happy. I couldn't make her happy. Believe me, I tried. I tried so hard. At the end of the day, a person has the right to press the reset button on their life if they choose. I have felt that way myself, many times. I was diagnosed with a brain tumor in 2010 that left me disabled and unable to work. My life is one of struggle now, after I worked so hard to make something of myself. To bring myself out of a life of poverty, an abused child who aged out of foster care, I started with nothing. I lost it all much faster than it took to earn it. If it wasn't for my children I would have called it quits many years ago. I believe in God, and God knows my heart. Just as he knew my daughter's. We WILL be reunited one day.

[@Lostgenerationdegenerates]

Happy Birthday to her! 😢

[@kdh255]

@madreep May God continue walking with you everyday💖

[@princecornell639]

My heart goes out to Regina. My nephew took his own life 27 years ago and I still grieve him. I’m still heartbroken. He was clinically depressed. It’s an illness that you can’t physically see, but it’s very real and extremely difficult to overcome. I’m sending prayers and strength to Regina. ❤

[@love100057]

Jesus Christ is the Answer for Depression, the Anointing of His Holy Spirit Breaks Yokes that Brings Deliverance., Isaiah 53:5, 1Peter 2:24🙏!

[@southbug27]

No, loving Jesus & being a practicing Christian is NOT a magic fix to depression. It’s evil to tell people it does; you’re literally costing people their lives by perpetuating that lie. No one would be stupid & reckless enough to say “Jesus will heal your broken bone or don’t take life-saving medication because Jesus will just fix it”. People need professional help & often medications for mental illnesses, & when people like you spread misinformation, you are talking people out of getting that help or causing parents to keep their kids from getting help because they stupidly believe they’re not trusting Jesus by getting medical care. What needs to be talked about by Christians who have struggled with depression & suicidal ideation is how to turn to & be with Jesus when you feel betrayed & when it hurts so much that you can barely breath.

[@tinajohnson9867]

Christians have depression well.

[@syoungb5877]

It's an illness that can't be seen Dear because it's a spirit sent from Satan himself.

[@jlcii]

​@@love100057as long as people encourage seeking Jesus as the love that he is, instead of the hate and bigotry they try to use his name for, amen

[@misstinahamilton5714]

The fact that she can discuss her sons passing with such dignity , grace , intelligence and beauty is mind boggling . Id be a wreck - even years later . Regina is such a beautiful and exemplary woman . EDIT - I also hope people will watch this to understand mental health - the pain of depression - it's not just feeling sad. There are many components .

[@VernettaVenkataya-d3m]

Misstinahamilton5714, Don't sell yourself short. We never know our strength until we need it. You'll be fine. God always provides grace.

[@misstinahamilton5714]

@@VernettaVenkataya-d3m Yes - agreed !

[@JoyceOyasi]

God provides the grace, He truly does. Ask Him for the grace ❤

[@nwauntie64]

After only 2 years!!! Yes, she is one strong woman.

[@misstinahamilton5714]

@@nwauntie64 Yes !!

[@KJthatBull]

I cried through this entire clip. I felt the love she has for her baby. No matter how old your child is, they will always be our little babies. The strength, the pain, the love and the joy she had talking about her baby Ian.

[@deerite14u]

SAME❤️‍🩹🥹

[@JJ-kf4kc]

I don't often see Robin Roberts blink away and blink back tears, but she did here So did I. This was a raw and heavy interview. Regina is just a beautiful soul.

[@cherylann933]

I’m a Mom living with and fighting depression over 40 years. My adult son fights depression everyday. He told me the same thing, I’m so tired of fighting this. Fortunately he’s still here, fighting it everyday. A person’s choice of suicide is not cowardly. It’s theirs! Until you’ve been in that blackest of black deep pit clawing your way out, please be kind and don’t judge! William Styron’s book “Darkness Visible” describes it perfectly. God bless you Regina. My deepest condolences 😢.

[@MJBABYPHAT]

You said it so well. Sending my prayers to you and your family as well. I am 30 and a mom, still struggle with severe depression. I know that black hole all too well.

[@pennybenton5607]

🙏🙏 keep fighting 💪💪 from the mother of a suicide attempt survivor.

[@al-yashailhaamwilliams8969]

❤❤❤

[@cherylann933]

Thank you all so much. Keeping you and your loved ones in my prayers.❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️

[@imnotocdimdiy]

People fight generational curses every day, .......a deliverance is needed.

[@lenishawilliams-bekheet5510]

"His absence is really loud." Wow. Thank you, Ms. King for sharing your journey.

[@gaspikefan]

It's not about me... But, hearing this helps me to know that I'm not alone. Almost a year to the day later in 2023, my sweet, smart, amazing 22 year-old son took his own life in the early hours of the morning after battling with depression for years. I hear her. I feel her. Trying to just 'be', much less be 'okay' is a daily battle... along with not wanting to be okay, because it's not. I wish I could give her a hug and say that I understand. Regina, thank you for talking about it.

[@karenmccullers130]

As a mom who has lost a son, this touched every part of me.

[@GeminiladyJackson-xq6hc]

Sorry for your loss, too.

[@jennyferons1807]

❤

[@bukikaholmes1172]

❤❤❤😢😢😢sorry for your loss.

[@dianebertha2191]

I can not imagine losing one of my boys I'd die that day also my heart breaks for you mothers God bless you all and will pray for you

[@obi-wankedogi]

Karen, I am so sorry honey. From mother to mother, I'm sending you love. ❤

[@titusedwards2455]

I understand Regina. My son passed away in his sleep at 29. He wasn't perfect and had emotional issues trying to live day to day with so much going on. Grief is the alphabet of emotions. You hit ever letter and then some. There is no preparations for what comes with it. He was my half. I am not whole. It's not easy. I wake up every morning hoping it was a dream, I go in his room hoping he be in there. Yes he is always be with me, because he part of me. Good to hear Regina' words I can relate.

[@MishasMama]

💙🫂💙

[@SkrinkLaDa]

I'm very sorry for your loss. Parents shouldn't have to bury their children.

[@loriwagner2766]

Thank you Regina for talking about your son’s journey. I lost my significant other, Matthew, to suicide 4 years ago. I never thought I would survive the unimaginable emotional pain that came after that. But, here I am 4 years later. My heart goes out to anyone who has felt the grief of suicide.

[@ConspirHerSee]

Did he leave a note, or do you know why he did that? And if you do know, does knowing help in any way at all?

[@SoKimistic]

🙏🏾 I'm so sorry for your loss.

[@AlanaGurl]

🕊️❤️‍🩹

[@graceg3250]

Grief is people’s way of showing love. But you can love someone without grieving them. You’re not obligated to grieve to show your love. You can focus on the good times and qualities they expressed without yearning to experience them again or feel sad that they stopped. Your memories can propel you forward with expectant joy about what else is in store in your life.

[@ladylush7931]

Easier said than done, it's hard to have always been able to experience a loved one in the physical to suddenly have nobody to share that unique connection with.

[@jcooperlyle]

I lost my beautiful son Christopher in 2022 also. I can relate to what she says about him not wanting to be here. I also speak of him in the present because he is always with me. Thank you, Regina King, for putting this in words.

[@ArmentaBratton]

She has such a Calm and gentle presence, I just want to hug her. 🥺🥺💕💕

[@jj-collier1727]

Me too

[@k.thomaz3339]

So glad to see her back on screen ❤ she's an amazing actress, she's healing on her own terms

[@chantellejai7934]

"Just breathing, just walking, just being" I like that quote ❤

[@Starship300]

It's so real I lost my son a year ago.. and yeah it's hard!

[@leeleejay1406]

​@@Starship300🙏🏽

[@Yourmom0709]

“He didn’t want to be here anymore.” That is one of the toughest feelings and things to say. Her pain…I can’t even fathom. 😢😢😢😢😢

[@charissac118]

his pain... you can't even fathom. Think you missed the point of what she was saying.

[@jada.monique]

@@charissac118i think they just interpreted it how they did and that’s okay. he was hurting and she is too and that is okay. ❤

[@LindaMC96]

This spoke to my heart after I first read about this. I lost my son he was the same age as hers and same cause 7mths ago. He was my world and my only son. It destroyed my being. It is the most painful thing to go through. Life has forever changed for me. True, breathing, walking and living each day is being strong.

[@valleybo973]

🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@celestewhite32]

Been battling depression for 35+ years. I understand. My children have been my sustaining force. Prayers for all families affected.

[@dreamseeker9837]

God bless you.

[@stephanieduran3364]

Hang in there it gets better. It's all about perspective. It was like a light switch for me.

[@triciasullivan3136]

I was so happy to see Regina at the Oscars. My heart aches for her. She's incredible.

[@marybrown1874]

I’m screaming in anguish from those words “grief is love with no place to go “ I miss my mom so much . Everyday , every single day . 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@shantellshantell4785]

Same 😢

[@samjones109]

🙏🏾

[@kimeason9533]

I feel this way about my son who was murdered Dec 4, 2023. The pain, the guilt, the hurt is unbearable some days. 💙💔

[@josemanueldelriorebollo3068]

Be strong, he’s watching you and will take care of you. All the best for you ❤❤❤

[@sherrellgist5188]

My son was born on the same day, reading this just lets me know how blessed I am to have such a Beautiful son. Thanks for sharing this ❤

[@debraflowers7602]

My son was murdered on Dec 3, 2023. I know what ur feeling.

[@kimeason9533]

@@debraflowers7602 wow I'm so sorry for you as well. Keep ur head up

[@aishiatowers869]

I needed to hear this I lost my son 11/29/2022, and I thought about her. I needed to hear thos so bad😢😢😢😢😢

[@ud558]

My deepest sympathy 🙏🏽

[@khismet]

Wishing you peace to bring comfort, the courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart❤

[@bethanywhite877]

The best help I found for my suicide loss is a survivor of suicide loss support group. They have them in person and online. It helped me so much.

[@Blssdbydabest]

@@khismetbeautiful

[@Madameemerald9]

Sending you lots of hugs and love!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@baovang8889]

As a mother who’s lost a son to colon cancer one day shy of his 28th birthday 4years ago I feel her pain 😢😢 your child will always be attached to you, it’s like an invisible umbilical cord that’s never cut. As years goes by I would count the days into months and then years but the pain and memories will never be forgotten, people say “time heals” and I can say it does not time just keeps moving that’s all 😭😭

[@krissyh.3509]

So sorry for your loss ❤

[@S.Pri8]

"Your child will always be attached to you. It's like an invisible umbilical cord." Thank you for saying this❤. Never thought of it this way. Yes, you don't heal from that. You try to find new ways to keep living in that time.

[@GiGi52020]

I understand the grief, I lost my 28yr old son in June of 2019. The pain runs deep and changes you forever. 🙏🏼

[@MN-br5nb]

I’m so sorry. I hope you are doing ok, relatively. ❤

[@kcov2058]

I am so sorry for your loss. ♥

[@sweet66556211]

❤🙏

[@Jayme9296]

❤ & 🙏

[@kimberlythompson926]

I'm sorry for your loss. No matter the age of our children, they will always be our babies.

[@juliewestover9774]

"Happy sorrow" what a beautiful description of grief over losing a loved one. ❤️

[@sheriw1978]

For Regina to be able to say I respect his choice that he didn’t want to be here anymore. So very brave and incredibly painful 😢❤️‍🩹❤️

[@catann9818]

Only because as a mother she knew his journey and unbearable pain.

[@Kenyon712]

@@yogaqueen1527Nope. He’s at peace.

[@kascension]

I love that she spoke that out loud. I agree with her. It takes courage to see someone else's point of view especially when we disagree with it and choose to understand it instead of fight against it.

[@ravenharris1257]

@@yogaqueen1527 Not necessary for you to express this.

[@maridepp53]

@@ravenharris1257 And very hateful and insensitive.

[@RhettaPeoples]

“Grief is love that has never place to go.” Powerful

[@rubychew6535]

I'm so glad that Reginia gave this interview because we as black people need to understand that depression does exist and that therapy, medication doesn't always work. In the black community we do not want to see psychiatrist but sometimes it's necessary. Us as black people think that we are crazy if we seek psychiatric help.

[@felisha209]

I need help right now in my grief journey. We all need help and when we abandon each other what do we expect

[@KohalaLover]

@@felisha209 I am sorry for your grief. I sincerely hope you look for help.

[@kiaramarshall08]

This I why I selected mental health as my major. This RIGHT here 💜

[@jujutrini8412]

Help with mental health doesn’t always have to end in going to a psychiatrist but can be a s simple as bereavement counselling or just talking to group or individual counselling. Things like cognitive therapy can change a person’s thought patterns and harmful behaviour too.

[@keshua7729]

It's so hard to take the time out and get the help you need, I choose to throw myself into work, which was a mistake. Now, I have this overwhelming anger. And it shocks me cause I'm a healthcare worker, and I should be able to handle death and grief, but others' grief seems so much easier to process than mine.

[@VictoriaDxz]

I lost my only child, my little girl Cora Oct 21 last year. The pain of losing a child is indescribable.

[@kaoshi_kutie]

🙏🏼❤

[@a.w.4011]

I remember being at work when a coworker told me that Regina‘s son had committed suicide. I went to high school with her at Westchester high in Los Angeles. She was one grade ahead of me. What you see is what you get with her. She is such a wonderful person, although I didn’t know her Very personally. On campus she was always kind and pleasant and didn’t have any air of arrogance, even though she was doing very well on a sitcom at that time. I too often think about her and have prayed for her many times since that tragedy occurred. May God continue to bless and heal her.🙏🏾

[@AbiYah333]

😩 Sheesh she's so beautiful! And for her to say that she respects her son's decision to leave this life, was beautiful beyond words!!! So many times, ESPECIALLY in the Black community, people with mental illness are labeled as crazy, weak, etc. For her to show him such compassion and empathy, instead of being cruel and critical, is truly something that all parents should model. #RIPIan

[@j.cutrone]

I wish I could hug Regina 😢. She remains in my prayers, always. ❤

[@lifegoeson...5263]

I appreciate her for being transparent. Sometimes people are honestly tired.

[@amandaparfait9468]

Dear anyone who's hurting or feel like you've had enough, just know that you are seen, heard, & LOVED.

[@Iamthatgirlnatasha]

Thank you🙏🏽❤️

[@amandaparfait9468]

@MYDCTCorp you're welcome sis. You got this 💪🏾 WE GOT THIS 🫶🏾

[@teddyjam8134]

I'm glad she accepted her son's decision. Not everyone does. It is incredibly selfish to try to keep someone in a place where they are truly unhappy, for your own happiness.

[@arcane9205]

No one wants someone they love to continue living solely for their own happiness. That's a close minded view of people who don't want their family members/loved ones to take their own life.... You can understand someone's decision to take their own life but to validate it or make it seem as if it was an acceptable course of action should never be done.

[@sarahm.7081]

Would you condemn her if she was suffocating with grief and feelings of guilt instead ? Or would you extend the same grace to her ?

[@howiewill]

Been a fan since 227. She’s as beautiful as ever. I can’t imagine the pain of losing a child. She’s an incredible woman for sharing with her fans and the world her strength and struggles and her words of wisdom and encouragement. ❤

[@mariapilarme]

That’s is a great quote “grief is love that has not place to go”

[@ashleyholmes5874]

Saying that she respected his decision is so profound and insightful.. Bless her

[@ashleygadson490]

Yes, it is!

[@amandaparfait9468]

"Grief is love that has no place to go" that hit me so deep. God bless you sister

[@graceg3250]

Grief is also people’s way of showing love. But you can love someone without grieving them. You’re not obligated to grieve to show your love. You can focus on the good times and qualities they expressed without yearning to experience them again or feel sad that they stopped. Your memories can propel you forward with expectant joy about what else is in store in your life.

[@amandaparfait9468]

@graceg3250 I agree. I come from a big family. I have 5 brothers & one sister. My little brother who follows me tragically passed away 8 years ago this month while I was 7 months pregnant. It hurts til this day. We were best friends. But I find consolation in knowing that I showed him every day how much I loved him & valued him. Out of the 7, I've always been the affectionate sibling. I'm still like that today. I'm also the most affectionate with my parents. Sometimes it's taxing to not have that reciprocated from my siblings, especially the younger ones since "emotions are their thing" lol.. but I find peace in them knowing how dear they are to me. & as much as they don't like emotions, they all have their ways of showing they care. Losing our brother changed us forever. But when you lose someone that special, it only makes sense for it to change you. I just hope & pray that we all show the people we love how much they mean to us. Because the truth is we only have them for a short time

[@kerstinarcher244]

⁴44⁴5😅⁴!😊​@@amandaparfait9468

[@GE0RGECREWS]

I needed to watch this. Lost my moms in Jan to cancer & i've had multiple breakdowns since. Hearing her speak about grief, acceptance, & her son helped me out. "Grief is love that has no place to go". Heard you miss king!

[@epiphanyperry1877]

I'm so sorry for your loss. I know it all too well. Lost my mom Christmas day 2021. I've had many breakdowns. Melissa Ford described losing mom as insanity that you feel, lost in space untethered to the earth hoping someone will grav you and pull you down

[@Starship300]

May the Lord continue to give you both the strength you need!!

[@BKJay718]

My sincere condolences 🙏🏾

[@h3artands0uLL]

My biggest fear is losing my mom - and since I became a mom it is losing my child. Every single day I pray that my child outlives me. I would follow my kid to the grave if they went first. I’m so sorry for the loss of your mom. I hope you have peace knowing she would have rathered it this way- for her to go first. She wouldn’t have been able to bear the pain of you going first. I don’t know how people like Ms Regina King and Vanessa Bryant do it, day in day out. My biggest hope when I was a kid was that my mom and I would go at the same time so I would never have to know what is it to suffer or live without her. May peace fill your heart and for you to experience joy once again.

[@leeleejay1406]

🙏🏽

[@moanarangi8149]

Gorgeous! What a person to play Shirley Chisholm. I was blown away how long it took for the vision to be realised, and that's only because it was unknowingly received. I knew that movie was something special and Regina and Reina's experience, knowledge and wisdom was also part of that beautiful story.

[@sheriw1978]

Regina, what a stunning impressive woman! Love her🥰🩷❤️

[@TheresanewAuditorintown]

She's lost. She said she respects her son decision to kill himself. Sick

[@sotr6347]

​@@TheresanewAuditorintownwait Til it's told how lost she really is and has been. She's not who she portrays herself to be

[@fangal12]

​@@TheresanewAuditorintownif accepting his choice helps her with her grief, what does it matter to you? What are her other options now that he's gone? Be angry with him? Resent him? Continue to tear herself apart about how she could have changed his mind? And how do those other options help her move forward?

[@fangal12]

​@@sotr6347 everything is a conspiracy to some people, because we know bad things never happen, it's always a ritual, or a sacrifice or some other nonsense 🙄

[@NanetteM83]

Robin is so loving an careful asking every question and Regina so strong ❤ my deepest condolences to her and her family . God bless her

[@gigilamoore2656]

She really is. She is the right person for these type of interviews. So empathetic.

[@TammyCook-b1u]

Coming from someone who has dealt with depression for over 30 years my heart goes out to them both. I contemplated suicide once and experienced the profound sadness and darkness that comes with the thought. You can't find peace no matter where you turn. Now I can relate. I'm blessed that my mom called at that moment and saved me. I still push through every day. God bless.

[@khismet]

Each one of us has a unique journey. Even if we travel a well worn path, we must go at our own pace and have our own experiences.

[@LoganGraceHope]

You were meant to be here. I struggle with that thought too sometimes. I think of the sadness my leaving would cause and that sadness my loved ones would feel breaks my heart. It's worse than the gray cloud that sometimes drifts over me.

[@bukikaholmes1172]

You all are awesome because you are the only ones in the world that were created. Keep striving. God has great work to do.

[@karentutu2245]

The world is a better place with you in it. ❤❤

[@veronicajohnson4068]

Jesus loves you and He has so much in store for you. Keep praying and pushing through ❤

[@johnnyblack5247]

The strength and Grace of This woman. I’m just astounded 😭❤️

[@sundayschoolteacher6387]

My son passed, he was going through things in his life he didn't like... his issues. I wonder if he hastened his departure because of it... but he left so many things undone that I don't have time to grieve.... at least not how others seem to grieve. He left 5 kids, but 3 were grown. 2 were just starting out. I say grandchildren make the difference in grieving. Life pushed you on... we point out things he would do that they do. We speak in the positive on him. They seem to imitate good or bad about him, so we choose to focus on the good for their sake. I've had to learn to compartmentalize him, for his memory sake. Thank goodness for pictures and videos. I love Regina as an actress.... I can't wait to see any of her movies.

[@blackqueen164]

So sorry for your loss, keep your head up🙏🏾❤️‍🩹

[@B-ch6uk]

I'm so sorry for your family

[@carolynswan1171]

I’m so sorry for your loss 🙏🏻

[@minkagaston]

My deepest condolences. That you for being vulnerable and sharing

[@michelleharris82]

Hold on to your strength ❤

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

My mother transitioned in 2019, & I grieve the loss of my mom/best friend as if she had just passed away last month. I miss my mother so much. She was the best mother in the world. R.i.p mommy 👏🏿👏🏿 I will forever miss you.😢👏🏿 "Grief is love that has no place to go."

[@shantellshantell4785]

Indeed a pain that never goes away. Sorry for your loss. Missed my mom too, she was my everything

[@MoDavI-sl7iy]

@@shantellshantell4785 Thank you. Back @ you.👏🏿👏🏿

[@allisonle8596]

She’s so courageous to tell her story.

[@shamielanaidoo5808]

Losing a child is the most difficult thing a parent can go through. I pray God makes the hearts strong of all parents that loss a child😢

[@katrinastevenson4261]

Love you Regina King since 227 a beautiful blessing to have seen a young black girl on tv no offense to other races.🙏🏽🙏🏽🥰🥰❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹🔥🩷I’m so sorry for your loss me too lost my oldest son in 2006 it’s not about me just showing love.. wish it would’ve stop at me unfortunately my 2 sisters and my cousin lost there kids too I’m sorry to everyone out there 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@kimsmith377]

#PRAYERS..... && DEFINITELY 💞 227 ❣️❣️ STILL WATCHING IT‼️🫣

[@helenmayberry6010]

Keeping all of y'all in prayers...I have family members dealing with loss of a child...(children)...may the Lord continue to hold y'all in his arms....fly high Sweet Angels ....RIP💔😭🕊🕊🕊

[@ravenharris1257]

So sorry for your loss.

[@lauralarrabee7870]

She and Lark Voorhies were positive images for young black girls back in the day. Beautiful polished and intelligent and poised.

[@andreabruce9206]

I loved how well she articulated her grief ,it is a beautiful thing.She is a great mom.

[@TonyaGardner-j5k]

Her grief is still soo tangible. My heart breaks for her.

[@kellyholmes100]

My first born son was murdered 3 years ago at 21. I'm still going thru it. Good days and bad days 😭😭❤️❤️ Thanks Regina.

[@nancygreen1655]

She made me cry. She loved her boy so much & I hurt for her. 💔

[@Amber-rk6em]

As a mother to my one and only child, also a son, I am crying with her. The amount of grief she must feel. To be able to not only just walk and breathe, but work on a whole movie? Wow. We love you, Regina!

[@barbaramelville337]

So sad 😭 rip to her son this made me cry so much

[@EvolvingMama_]

As a grieving mom, I hate that I can relate but when she spoke on how the grief is hers to carry, the sadness never goes away, and only we can understand the loss, even though others also were affected. The guilt, the emptiness , the resilience. It’s as she said, a constant reminder of how much love we have for our children ❤️‍🩹

[@MishasMama]

💙🫂💙

[@jaijai5250]

Very true. Bereavement by suicide is a unique grief, as it’s riddled with guilt, what if and why. My eldest daughter took her own life in October 2023, aged 26. It’s still early days for me, but I don’t think it’s something a mother never overcomes. A piece of me died on that day. The strangest thing is that I know exactly how she feels, but I can’t put it into words.

[@n.sue-ann5527]

Regina saying it was his choice and she respects it speaks so much volume. Sending her so much love and may the Holy Spirit continue to comfort her and her family ❤️

[@cristiannecabell4911]

I've watched Regina grow from. prepubescent teen to a mother of a twenty-something man and have adorned her throughout. I actually gasped at hearing of her son's death. That' kind of pain never goes away. You learn to live wih it by remembering the spirit of your loved one and channeling that energy towards living positively. Sending LOVE to her.

[@diamonddiva8376]

I share your grief. I lost my only son and child in February 2022 and you're absolutely correct, it never goes away. If i ever get to meet you in person, i know we'll have one thing in common, we both loved our sons terribly. ❤️

[@rosettascott8549]

I feel your pain I lost a daughter 🙏🏾❤️🙏🏾

[@kayfitzgerald309]

Me too😢

[@helenmayberry6010]

Praying for you all...sharing the grief💔🙏🏾🕊🕊💔

[@dianeporter7137]

Yes! I 😞 my only son in 2021 due to a heart attack 💔

[@Mina-vr1kw]

I lost my son June 29 2021. 💔🙏

[@geel.wms.6424]

I just lost my daughter October 10, 2023 and your words were so profound,and comforting.Thank you for sharing Ms.King.God Bless🙏🏼

[@MsLi-ef1xp]

Prayers

[@reneemontgomery-q2z]

Hdello im so sorry for preious loss, i know this hurt my daughter passed away july 2018 this hurt i just cant explain and she left 2 kids behind as well, ill keep you in my prayers with all the parents on here.

[@Ace-ke7fq]

Same here dear, but October/22 sadly...My first daughter she was too, my baby..She was 42. the few months before she was saying sorry Momma for the awful things I did when I was a teenager..I finally had a dream about her not long ago, and was she ever happy..Just letting me know I guess she's happier..God bless!

[@takechiajackson]

That's my birthday- October 10th. This year, just three days before my birthday, I lost my sister to cancer. October 7, 2023 has left an indelible mark in my life. I'm praying for your healing. 🙏

[@kimberlymisfit3544.]

I too lost my only child Jacob, 18,to Sudep,on October 13th,2021.You and your family have my deepest condolences .She is ALWAYS with you.They say the more you grieve the more the love was.So very true.I will say a prayer right now for you and every parent that had a child pass away.🙏💜💜💜🌻

[@sprattlove]

So many profound things said. She respects her son's decision, grief is love that has no place to go, being strong is getting out of bed in the morning. Be blessed, Regina.