Happy birthday! Ray J turns 45 today

The iconic and legendary singer turns 45 on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.

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Ray J is celebrating his 45th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed singers of his generation.

Popular singer-songwriter-actor-producer Ray J (Sexy Can I, One Wish, Another Day in Paradise, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 45th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ray J, a cultural icon

Born William Ray Norwood Jr. in McComb on January 17, 1981, his career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ray J's not just a great singer, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Ray J hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Ray J as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 45.

Happy Birthday, Ray J, you're the best!

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