Ray J Hospitalized, Reveals Struggles with Substance Abuse and Heart Condition
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ray J was recently hospitalized for pneumonia and has publicly shared details about his health struggles, including a heart condition potentially linked to years of substance abuse. The 45-year-old revealed on Sunday that his heart is currently functioning at 25%, attributing it to past excessive alcohol and drug use.
Years of Substance Abuse Took a Toll
In a recent Instagram Live session, Ray J detailed the extent of his past substance abuse, admitting to consuming four to five bottles of alcohol daily and taking up to 10 doses of Adderall. He expressed regret, stating, “I can handle all the alcohol, I can handle all the Adderall, the drugs, I can handle everything – but I couldn’t. It curved my time.” He described his heart as “black” on the right side, indicating significant damage. Rolling Stone first reported on the singer’s revelations.
Financial and Legal Challenges
Ray J acknowledged his current financial difficulties, stating that his sister, Brandy, is covering his bills for the remainder of the year. “Shout-out to Brandy for looking out for me,” he said. “She paid my bills for me for the rest of the year.” He also plans to seek treatment in Haiti, believing they have a “cure” for his condition, and intends to document the process.
Adding to his challenges, Ray J expressed sorrow over his inability to spend time with his two children due to an ongoing legal battle with his wife, Princess Love. He stated, “but I love my baby mama more than anything, anything. She don’t know how drastic the time is that I got, but she is life.” He is currently under a criminal protective order preventing him from contacting his children.
Restraining Order and Arrest
In December, Ray J was placed under a restraining order prohibiting contact with Princess Love following an arrest where he allegedly pointed a gun at her during a livestream.Vibe reported on the incident.
Seeking Treatment and Looking Ahead
Ray J is planning to travel to Haiti within the next two weeks to pursue treatment. He intends to stream his journey and share his experiences publicly. Despite the difficulties, he remains hopeful for recovery and a future with his family.
Representatives for Ray J did not immediately respond to Rolling Stone‘s request for comment.
Key takeaways
- ray J was hospitalized for pneumonia and revealed his heart is functioning at 25%.
- He attributes his heart condition to years of excessive alcohol and Adderall use.
- Brandy is financially supporting Ray J, covering his bills for the rest of the year.
- He is under a restraining order and unable to see his children due to a legal battle with Princess Love.
- Ray J plans to seek treatment in Haiti and document his journey.