Ray J hospitalized after knockout loss to Supa Hot Fire in MMA fight. Doctors monitoring for concussion. Read more.
- May 28, 2026
AceShowbiz - Ray J was admitted to a Las Vegas hospital following a knockout defeat in his recent MMA fight against Supa Hot Fire. The 45-year-old singer entered medical care about two hours after the bout held on Saturday, according to TMZ.
Sources close to Ray J revealed he has been under observation for two days while doctors perform tests to determine if he sustained a concussion. The fight took place at UFC Apex during an event hosted by livestreamer Adin Ross.
In the match, Ray J, whose real name is William Ray Norwood Jr., faced off against Supa Hot Fire, born DeWayne DeShawn Stevenson and also known as DeShawn Raw. The fight ended in the second round when Supa Hot Fire landed a decisive knockout punch.
Moments after the punch, Ray J appeared unsteady, leaning against the ropes before collapsing to the mat. He was able to stand and take a seat on a stool, but the referee called an end to the fight. Reports also noted that Ray J experienced a slowed heart rate following the bout.
The aftermath of the fight sparked controversy when Ray J implied during a post-fight interview that the match was supposed to be fixed in his favor. He suggested there was an arrangement that his opponent did not honor, describing the situation as suspicious and noting a financial loss as a result.
Earlier in the year, Ray J had publicly spoken about serious health concerns, stating he had only months to live after a hospitalization for pneumonia and heart-related issues. This recent incident adds to ongoing concerns about his wellbeing.
This article is based on reporting originally published by MediaTakeOut.