Ray J Performs with Bleeding Eyes Weeks After Claiming Months to Live

The singer shocked fans with his concerning appearance during a recent concert.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Ray J, the singer known for hits like "One Wish" and "Sexy Can I," performed a concert in Shreveport, Louisiana on Saturday with what appeared to be bleeding eyes and something taped to his chest. This comes just weeks after Ray J revealed that his doctors have told him he only has months left to live due to his ongoing heart issues and past struggles with drug and alcohol abuse.

Why it matters

Ray J's concerning health issues and claims of having limited time left have raised questions about the state of his wellbeing and the challenges he is facing. His decision to still perform live despite his medical condition has also sparked discussion about the pressures and expectations placed on entertainers.

The details

Fan videos from the concert show Ray J taking off his sunglasses to reveal blood pooled underneath both of his eyes. When he removed the top of his orange jumpsuit, there also appeared to be some kind of heart monitor taped to his chest with the skin around it looking bloody. In a backstage video, Ray J responded to claims that he looked "sick," saying he was "feeling better" and chastising anyone who would "laugh at me being sick."

  • Ray J was hospitalized for pneumonia and heart pains on January 6, 2026.
  • In late January 2026, Ray J revealed that his doctors had told him he only has a few months left to live.

The players

Ray J

A 45-year-old singer known for hits like "One Wish" and "Sexy Can I." He has been open about his past struggles with drug and alcohol abuse and his ongoing heart issues.

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What they’re saying

“I'm putting my life on the line for this show!!”

— Ray J (Facebook)

“Hey y'all, we're perfectly fine, nobody's sick. Look at me. I'm fine, y'all.”

— Ray J (Backstage video)

What’s next

Ray J is scheduled to have a check-up in two weeks to determine if he needs a pacemaker or defibrillator. His doctors have also advised him to avoid drinking and smoking.

The takeaway

Ray J's concerning health issues and his decision to continue performing despite his medical condition raise important questions about the pressures and expectations placed on entertainers, as well as the challenges of managing serious health problems in the public eye.