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Jimmy Kimmel Gets Choked Up With Regina King in Their First Interview Together Since Her Son’s Death


King recently returned to the spotlight following the January 2022 death of her only child.

And while there was no direct mention of King's late son, Ian Jr., who died in January 2022 of a reported suicide, it was clear his loss was felt. "Good, I'm glad to hear that," a visibly emotional Kimmel replied, fighting back tears. Kimmel fought to find words before landing on, "Umm, did you see William Shatner backstage?"

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