Ray J: Biography in Details
Who is Ray J?
Ray J is a producer and an actor belonging to America. He is popular for his performance on Black Sash (2003), Mars Attacks! (1996), and Aftershock: Earthquake in New York (1999).
Also, he is a television personality, songwriter, and businessman.
Ray J: Birth, Age, Parents, Ethnicity, Siblings
This TV personality was born William Ray Norwood Jr. on 17th January 17, 1981, to Willie Norwood and Sonja Norwood in McComb, Mississippi, USA.
He has got an older sister namely Brandy Norwood, a recording artist, and actress. Ray’s ethnicity is All-American.
Furthermore, Ray J initiated performing in television commercials for several companies at the age of just 18.
In which school did Ray J attend?
Ray J has not yet revealed the information regarding his educational background since he wants to keep it personal and far from the media.
Ray J: Early Life Profession and Career
In talking about Ray J’s profession and career, an actor firstly initiated his acting career appearing in ‘The Sinbad Show’ as the foster son in 1993. He was then cast in ‘Mars Attacks!’, Tim Burton’s comic science fiction film after the show started in 1994. In 1996, a comic science fiction film was released. Besides, he appeared in the film titled ‘Steel’ with Shaquille O’Neal, a former basketball player the following year.
Moreover, he appeared on his sister’s show, ‘Moesha’ as a special guest star in 1996. He began appearing regularly in the series after the first three seasons in 1999. Another, he contracted with ‘Elektra Records’ in 1995 and initiated work on his debut album. Both of them wrote and produced 15 songs over the next two years in 1995.
, Ray J and Brandy performed for the song ‘Another Day in Paradise’, a cover of English singer-songwriter Phil Collins in 2001. He then recorded his second studio album, ‘This ain’t a Game’ through ‘Atlantic Records’ on June 19, 2001.
Additionally, Ray started appearing as D-Mack on the final season of UPN sitcom ‘One on One in 2005. He became one of the parts of the dating show, VH1’s ‘For the Love of Ray J’ from 2008 to 2010. He also has worked on Oxygen’s ‘Bad Girls All-Star Battle’ as a host for its entire two-season run.
Ray J recorded his fifth album titled ‘Smoke Cloud TMG & OHB’ on November 30, 2016.
Lifetime Achievements and Awards
His awards have currently been unknown as he might not receive any awards yet or keep the information all personal and far from the media.
In talking about his achievement, RIAA had certified Platinum for his single ‘Sexy Can I’m from the album ‘All I Feel’, which features Yung Berg.
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How much is the net worth of Ray J?
Talking about his salary, he earns a huge amount of money throughout his career but currently has not disclosed it to the media. Ray J has an estimated net worth of $14 million as of 2022, which he earned from his profession.
Ray J’s Rumors and Controversy
In September 2011, Ray was arrested after punching rapper Fabolous in the face for a tweet he (Fabolous) had posted at the ‘Palms Casino’ in Las Vegas a couple of days earlier.
In the tweet, Ray J had been teased by Fabolous for playing his song, ‘One Wish’, on a piano during the filming for a documentary on the fight between Mayweather and Victor Ortiz at Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s house. Ray J, almost three years after the incident took responsibility for his actions in 2014.
In addition, a woman accused Ray J of inappropriately touching her posterior at a bar of the ‘Beverly Wilshire Hotel on May 30, 2014, in Beverly Hills, California. Another, he got charged with four criminal offenses including that of sexual battery on July 22, 2014. During an appearance before the court, he pleaded not guilty to the misdemeanor charges on August 19.
Body Measurements: Height, Weight
In talking about his body measurement, Ray J is 5 ft 7 inches (1.75 m) tall. His body mass is 74 kg. He possesses black hair color and eyes.
Social Media Profile
The producer is active on Facebook with more than 3M followers, Twitter with 1.4M followers, and Instagram with 2.3M followers.
Ray J’s Anniversary Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | August | Monday |
| 2025 | August | Tuesday |
| 2026 | August | Wednesday |
| 2027 | August | Thursday |
| 2028 | August | Saturday |
Ray J’s Birthday Dates
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | January | Wednesday |
| 2025 | January | Friday |
| 2026 | January | Saturday |
| 2027 | January | Sunday |
| 2028 | January | Monday |