Legendary Boxer Roy Jones Jr. Announces His Son’s Death by Suicide
Roy Jones Jr announced the tragic death of his son by suicide in a post on X.
“Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday,” the statement read.
The 55-year-old legendary boxer said that he was thankful that God allowed him to be there with his son the last night of his life.
“I know a lot of people are going through tough times right now, but nothing is worth taking your own life. 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,” the statement continued. Jones also thanked his fans for their love and support.
DeAndre was 32 at the time of his passing. He is survived by his father, his mother Natlyn, and two siblings, DeShaun & Roy III.
Well-wishers replied to pay their tributes.
Amir Khan, Britain’s youngest boxing Olympic medalist, wrote, “My deepest condolences brother I am so sorry. Praying for your family🙏🏻.”
Cris Cyborg, Brazilian-American MMA, commented, “My heart aches for you and your family. I pray you are surrounded by an abundance of love and god protects you and your family while giving his guidance as you grieve.❤️🙏🏻”
Martin Lawrence wrote, “My condolences brotha 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾”
“I don’t think any of us can say anything that could possibly bring you some comfort, I just hope you can gain some understanding in the days, weeks and months ahead! Talk to God, Roy! #RIP,” wrote Olympic bronze medalist Andre Dirrell.
Mike Swick, a well-known MMA personality, commented, “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!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻”
“Terribly sorry for your loss. Sending my love to your whole family,” penned Steven Bartlett, podcaster and founder of Flight Fund, Flight Story, and Thirdweb.
The controversial social media influencer Tristan Tate also took the time to express his condolences. “Damn Roy this breaks my heart. Praying for your family. If there’s anything we can do for you let us know.🙏🏻” the 35-year-old wrote.
“Sorry for your loss Roy, may your son’s soul rest in peace and may he no longer be suffering from whatever he was going through..,” one fan wrote.
Another penned, “Sorry to hear that champ! Condolences to you and your family.”
Roy Jones holds world championships in middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight, and heavyweight classes. The ex-boxing legend ended his 29-year-old career in 2018 after defeating Scott Sigmon with a 10-round unanimous decision.
He returned to the ring in 2020 against one of his biggest rivals, Mike Tyson. The two showed off their strength in eight two-minute rounds, which saw the 50-something taking quite a few body shots and head punches from “The Baddest Man on the Planet.” The fight was unofficially ruled a draw.
