Tragedy struck Roy Jones Jr.‘s household over the weekend … because the boxing legend’s son, DeAndre, died by suicide, TMZ Sports activities has discovered.
55-year-old Jones Jr. launched an announcement on the heartbreaking loss on Monday … saying, “Unfortunately, my son DeAndre took his life on Saturday.”
Jones Jr. went on to say he was with DeAndre the night time earlier than his passing.
“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,” he added. “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.”
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Jones Jr. thanked his followers for his or her help throughout this time … and requested privateness as his household processes the loss.
Jones Jr. is likely one of the biggest fighters of his time … and was a world champion in a number of weight lessons. He has earned 66 victories over the course of his profession … together with 47 by knockout.
