During a recent charity event for the brotherhood crusade and Mothers In Action, R&B singer Ray J finally spoke publicly about the death of Whitney Houston insisting, “I really miss my friend, I really do…I’m still hurting.”
“I just wanna say, like Whitney, I love giving back to the kids, I love helping my community,” Ray J told a room full of reporters about his day of service. “I’ve been a part of the brotherhood crusade and working with them since I was sixteen years old.”
As far as the death of his friend Whitney, the “One Wish” singer said, “It’s just such a tough time for me, I’ve been through a lot in these past two weeks, I’m able to look at life in a whole different way.”
He then took a moment proclaiming, “I always look at my phone because I got a picture of somebody that I really love and it helps me through the day.”
Ray J also told reporters about his current state: “This is all new for me, I’m really emotional right now, I really don’t know really what to say. But what I will say is I love and I’m hurt, but I enjoy being around people that support me and that gives me a sense of peace and that’s what these kids do for me.
He adds: “God is talking to me…God is talking to me right now and now is the time to listen, so my ears are open.”
It has been nearly a decade since the sad passing of iconic singer, Whitney Houston. Now, her former love interest and friend Ray J is opening up about how he still grapples with her death. In an emotional interview, Ray J spoke candidly about his feelings surrounding Whitney’s untimely demise – revealing that despite all this time, he’s still hurting.
Ray J was involved in a romantic relationship with Whitney for several years prior to her death in 2012. Since then, much speculation has surrounded their past together as there have never been any public comments from Ray J on the subject until now. During a recent visit to The Real Daytime show, Ray J expressed his innermost thoughts and emotions regarding the devastating loss of someone who had such a large impact on his life.
The audience sat in stunned silence as they listened to Ray J talk about what it felt like when he heard the news that Whitney had passed away so suddenly at just 48-years-old. He described feeling immense sadness and confusion over why she would be taken away too soon; saying “I’m still trying to put everything together and understand it”. It was clear during the interview that even after almost 10 years, Ray J is far from healing from this heartbreaking experience.
Reflection On Relationship With Whitney Houston
Ray J has opened up publicly about the death of Whitney Houston in 2012, saying that he is ‘still hurting’. The singer-songwriter and actor had a long history with the late star—one marked by both closeness and distance. It was an on-again off-again relationship from 1992 to 2007, when they eventually split for good.
During their time together Ray J often accompanied Houston to events as her date and confidant; however there were also times where it seemed like things weren’t going well between them. After she passed away, Ray J spoke fondly of his time with the diva: “I think about all the great times we had [together]. I’ll never forget those moments…She meant so much to me.” He even revealed that part of him still loves her today.
It’s clear that over ten years later, this loss still affects him profoundly. In recent interviews he has shared how difficult it can be to talk about her passing: “I’m still hurtin’…it’s tough you know? It brings back memories of everything we went through,” he said recently. Reflecting on their past, it seems he will always carry a piece of Whitney Houston within himself.
Impact Of Her Passing On Ray J’s Life
The passing of Whitney Houston had a lasting impact on Ray J’s life. Not only was it a difficult time emotionally, but he also felt the weight of being in such close proximity to someone who meant so much to him—and then having them suddenly taken away. In many ways, his view of himself and the world changed after this experience.
He has since used his platform to pay tribute to her memory and spread awareness about mental health issues like depression, something that he believes she struggled with prior to her death. He has spoken out encouraging those who may be suffering from depression not to give up hope: ‘I know how hard things can get…just don’t stop fighting.’ His words are a reminder that nobody is ever truly alone when going through tough times.
This tragedy left an indelible mark on Ray J and shaped the person he is today. It’s clear that even years later, he still feels deeply for his former love and all that they shared together.
Conclusion
I. Reflection on Relationship with Whitney Houston
It’s been almost 8 years since the passing of my friend and mentor, Whitney Houston. We had a close relationship for many years before her death – she was more like family to me than just an acquaintance. I remember all the good times we shared together, laughing and spending time in each other’s company. It still hurts to think about how much she meant to me and how quickly it all ended.
II. Impact of Her Passing on Ray J’s Life
Losing Whitney has undoubtedly changed my life forever. The void left behind is something that can never be filled by anyone else; not even with time or money could I ever replace what she gave me during our friendship. Although I’m grateful for the memories we made, there are still days where missing her hits harder than usual and leaves me feeling empty inside.
III. Conclusion
Whitney will always have a special place in my heart no matter how many years pass by since her tragic death. Though I’ll never forget the pain from losing her so suddenly, I take comfort knowing that her spirit lives on through her incredible music which continues to touch people around the world every day. My thoughts will continue to be with her legacy, as well as those who were closest to her at the time of her untimely departure
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