Regina King makes first public appearance since tragic death of her son

Regina King attended the Filming Italy Festival’s awards ceremony in Santa Margherita di Pula on Friday.

The 51-year-old performer beamed with pride after being presented the Women Power Award, which was also given to Naomie Harris.

The actress’ appearance at the event marks the first time that she has been seen in public for almost six months after her son Ian Alexander Jr. tragically died by suicide at the age of 26.

Out there: Regina King attended the Filming Italy Festival’s awards ceremony in Santa Margherita di Pula on Friday, which happened to be her first public appearance since her son’s passing this past January

King wore a gorgeous white dress that showcased her chiseled arms and a slight portion of her midsection.

The bottom portion of the Watchmen actress’ outfit also featured a cutout that showed off her sculpted left leg.

The Academy Award-winning actress sported a set of high-heeled shoes and accessorized with a stylish purse.

Her beautiful hair was partially dyed orange and tied into braids that cascaded onto her chest during the event.

Dressed up: King wore a gorgeous white dress that showcased her chiseled arms and a slight portion of her midsection

Major distinction: The 51-year-old performer beamed with pride after being presented the Women Power Award, which was also given to Naomie Harris

King made sure to pose for several photos with Harris, who appeared to be enjoying her friend’s company.

The 45-year-old actress looked lovely in a multicolored dress that draped over much of her frame.

The Seven Seconds cast member announced that her son had passed away on January 21 of this year.

The performer shared her son with her former husband Ian Alexander, whom she divorced in 2007.

Enjoying the evening: King made sure to pose for several photos with Harris, who appeared to be enjoying her friend’s company

Standing out: The 45-year-old actress looked lovely in a multicolored dress that draped over much of her frame

Ian Jr. had made a name for himself as a DJ prior to his untimely death.

At the time of his death, King shared a statement to People to express her thoughts about the passing of her son.  

She wrote: ‘Our family is devastated at the deepest level by the loss of Ian. He is such a bright light who cared so deeply about the happiness of others. Our family asks for respectful consideration during this private time. Thank you.’ 

The performer previously told the media outlet that she saw her son as ‘an amazing young man.’

Making her thoughts known: At the time of his death, King shared a statement to People to express her thoughts about the passing of her son; they are seen in 2015

Ian Jr. paid tribute to King in a loving post that was shared to his Instagram account on her birthday, which occurred just a few days before his passing. 

The actress’ son wrote that he was ‘so extremely proud of you and inspired by your love, artistry, and gangsta!’

The late DJ made a point of adding: ‘To have you as my mother is the greatest gift I could ask for.’ 

Showing his love: Ian Jr. paid tribute to King in a loving post that was shared to his Instagram account on her birthday, which occurred just a few days before his passing