Ray J is opening up about a painful time in his life following the tragic death of Whitney Houston. In an emotional interview on Cam Newton’s Funky Friday podcast, the R&B singer shared how deeply he was affected by her passing, revealing that he turned to harsh drugs for the first time to cope with his grief.
At the time of Houston’s tragic death in 2012, Ray J was romantically involved with her. He described his grief as overwhelming. “I was so f—— up after that s— happened,” he admitted. “I tried hard drugs for the first time after that s— happened. I was totally in awe of it.” Whitney Houston passed away at the age of 48 in her hotel room, with drug use and heart issues contributing to her death.
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Even though there have been rumors about her lifestyle, Ray J firmly stated that he never used drugs with Whitney and often faced intrusive questions after her death. “I’ve never done one drug with Whitney,” he insisted. “When people asked me, ‘Did Whitney do drugs?’… everybody knows certain answers.” Ray J also shared how close he was to Whitney, saying he was introduced to her through his sister, Brandy, and they quickly developed a strong bond. “I love Whitney. I was with Whitney every f—— day,” he recalled. “She was one of the most important people to me.”
His honest reflections not only give insight into their relationship but also show the struggles people face when dealing with loss under the public eye. Ray J’s story serves as a poignant reminder that celebrities, too, experience profound heartache, and for some, that pain can lead them down dark paths. As he continues to navigate his feelings about the past, Ray J’s willingness to share his experience could help him heal and resonate with fans who are still grieving the loss of one of music’s beloved artists.
