Dr. Dre's publicist has confirmed reports the rapper's son has died.

The body of Andre Young Jr. was found at his Woodland Hills, Los Angeles home on Saturday morning.

The Los Angeles Times reported the 20-year-old's mother found his body in his bedroom.

It is understood that local police do not suspect any foul play, but Dr Dre's publicist refused to elaborate on the circumstances surrounding the incident.

He said, "Dr. Dre is mourning the loss of his son Andre Young Jr. Please respect his family's grief and privacy at this time."

An autopsy on Monday failed to establish a cause of death and medical examiners are awaiting the results of a toxicology report.