Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr announces his son DeAndre committed suicide on Saturday in heartbreaking statement: 'Nothing is worth taking your own life'

Roy Jones Jr has announced the tragic death of his son DeAndre after revealing he committed suicide over the weekend.

The boxing legend shared the devastating news in a heartbreaking statement on Instagram, in which he described how 'thankful' he was to have spent the final evening of his son's life with him. 

'Unfortunately my son DeAndre took his life Saturday,' Jones wrote. '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.

'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. Thank you for the love and support.' 

DeAndre was the youngest of three children that Jones shared with wife Natlyn.

The former four-weight world champion, who briefly returned to boxing for an exhibition with fellow legend Mike Tyson in 2020, is widely considered one of the greatest fighters in history.

If you or a loved one is experiencing suicidal thoughts or actions, please contact the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline at 988 or 1-800-273-TALK (8255)