In a moving moment on Thursday night's episode of "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", host Jimmy Kimmel fought back tears while welcoming guest Regina King. The interview marked their first meeting since King's son tragically passed away from suicide in January 2022.

As Kimmel introduced King with his customary enthusiasm, the room filled with applause before settling into a somber atmosphere. The ABC host then asked King directly about her well-being, prompting a smile from the actress, who replied, "Right now, I'm good."

Kimmel's voice began to crack as he acknowledged the challenges King had faced throughout the past year, saying, "I know you've been through a lot." Unable to contain his emotions, Kimmel choked up on the final words of his statement.

Moved by Kimmel's empathy, King reached across the desk and grabbed his hand, expressing her gratitude for his support. Kimmel reciprocated, although his response was barely audible as he struggled to hold back tears.

To ease the tension, Kimmel shifted the conversation by asking King if she had seen William Shatner backstage. The unexpected question sparked laughter from King, bringing a lighter tone to the interview. Both King and Shatner had starred together in "Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous," creating a mini-reunion on the show.

Although King's son's passing was not directly mentioned during the interview, she has been discussing her coping mechanisms during the press tour for her film "Shirley."

Kimmel's own personal experiences as a parent resonated with King, as he has openly shared his journey of having a son born with a congenital heart condition. The host has previously taken time off from the show to support his child through multiple medical procedures.

The emotional exchange between Kimmel and King highlights the compassion and support they share in their respective journeys as parents.

The full exchange between Regina King and Jimmy Kimmel can be watched in the video provided above.