American singer and television personality Ray J, whose real name is Willie Norwood, found himself behind bars on Thanksgiving morning following a deeply disturbing live video stream where he was seen brandishing a firearm and issuing threats. The incident, which unfolded in real-time for viewers, has added another tumultuous chapter to his already very public and troubled divorce from Princess Love.
The Thanksgiving Morning Arrest
According to official records from the Daily Mail, law enforcement officials took Ray J into custody at precisely 4:08 a.m. on Thanksgiving. The arrest came after a frantic 911 call alerted police to a potential domestic altercation at a residence in the Porter Ranch area of Los Angeles, as first reported by TMZ.
The singer was formally booked on a felony criminal threat charge. Sheriff's department sources confirmed that he remained in a Los Angeles jail with his bail set at $50,000. The arrest was executed without any physical resistance from the celebrity.
A Disturbing Livestream Unfolds
The entire sequence of events was broadcast to the public via a live video stream. During the broadcast, an emotionally charged Ray J declared he was experiencing the "worst Thanksgiving" of his life. He expressed fears that someone was attempting to take his children away from him.
Viewers watched in horror as he picked up a gun, loaded it in clear view of the camera, and issued a stark warning. He threatened that he would "blow" anyone who dared to approach his door. The situation escalated further when his estranged wife, Princess Love, entered the room holding one of their young children.
In a deeply alarming moment, Princess Love alleged that Ray J pointed the loaded firearm directly at her and their daughter. Ray J immediately denied this accusation, counter-claiming that both Princess Love and another individual present in the home were intoxicated. The tension peaked when a man entered the scene, leading to a heated argument with Ray J, who proceeded to direct more threats toward him.
The background of the livestream was filled with the unsettling sounds of a child crying and, eventually, the growing wail of police sirens approaching the home.
Immediate Repercussions and Ongoing Divorce Battle
The consequences of the livestream were swift and severe. The streaming platform Twitch permanently banned Ray J's channel, citing its strict policy against violent threats and the dangerous display of firearms during live broadcasts. As of now, neither Ray J nor Princess Love has made any public statements regarding the Thanksgiving incident.
This arrest occurs against the backdrop of the couple's long-running and acrimonious divorce proceedings. Ray J and Princess Love married in 2016 and have a history of multiple separations and reconciliations. Their two children, Melody (6) and Epik (5), are at the center of their custody disputes.
In April 2024, Ray J filed court papers requesting joint custody of their children. Interestingly, he also sought spousal support and listed various marital assets, including jewelry, income, and other undisclosed properties. Princess Love had initially filed for divorce in March 2024, marking the fourth time the couple has attempted to legally separate.
Their relationship has been volatile for years. Previous divorce filings include one from Princess Love in 2020, following a significant public argument in Las Vegas in 2019 while she was pregnant. Ray J himself filed for divorce in 2020 and again in 2021, only to withdraw the petition in 2023. The divorce case remains active, but both parties have maintained silence since the arrest.
