Music entertainer Ray J arrested on Thanksgiving, records show

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Friday, November 28, 2025
Singer Ray J arrested by LAPD on Thanksgiving, records show

LOS ANGELES -- Music entertainer Ray J was arrested by Los Angeles police on Thanksgiving.

Jail records show Ray J, whose real name is Willie Norwood, was arrested around 4 a.m.

ABC Los Angeles affiliate KABC is still awaiting word on exactly why the 44-year-old was arrested, but records show it was for a felony.

LAPD tells ABC News that they were called for a domestic dispute. The 911 caller reportedly told dispatch he was possibly armed, and the dispute involved a custody battle.

He was released after posting a $50,000 bond.

The "Sexy Can I" singer is the younger brother of singer and actress Brandy.

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