Boxer Roy Jones Jr. Announces Son DeAndre's Death by Suicide

Roy Jones Jr.’s son DeAndre Jones has passed away. He was 32 years old.

DeAndre died by suicide on Saturday, June 22, Roy Jr. confirmed. in a statement dated Monday, June 24.

The boxing legend, 55, released a statement on Instagram informing the public of DeAndre’s death. “Sadly, my son DeAndre took his own life on Saturday,” Jones wrote.

“I am 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 hard times right now, but nothing is worth taking your own life,” he wrote. “God gives and God should be the one to take.”

“Please respect our privacy as my family and I process this loss. Thank you for your love and support,” he concluded.

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DeAndre was one of three children that Roy Jr. shares with wife Natlyn Jones. The couple are also parents to Roy III and DeShaun Jones.

Several people commented on the post expressing their condolences for the Jones family’s loss.

“My condolences bro 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾,” wrote Martin Lawrence.

UFC champion Mike Swick wrote: “I was in a very similar situation when I was young and I feel your pain and confusion. I couldn’t agree with you more! Stay strong champ!! 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻.”

“My deepest condolences bro, I’m so sorry. I’m praying for your family. 🙏🏼,” former boxer Amir Khan wrote.

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Roy Jones Jr. May 13, 2000 at Conseco Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.

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Roy Jr. he is known as a world boxing champion who won in several weight categories, from light to heavy. The celebrated boxer achieved 66 victories in his 29-year long career, including 47 by knockout, reports Sky News.

He retired from boxing in February 2018, after 75 professional fights.

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