Ray J: Fan Stole Heart Monitor After Concerning Health Update

Shreveport, Louisiana – Singer Ray J is publicly appealing for the return of a stolen heart monitor, a medical device taken from him during a performance at an “Intimate Valentine’s Day Concert” on Thursday. The incident occurred amidst reports of the artist’s declining health and a recent hospitalization, and followed a performance where concertgoers observed blood coming from his eyes, according to KTALnews.com.

Ray J told TMZ that the monitor was actively collecting data for two weeks, and its loss necessitates restarting the monitoring process. “If you have the heart monitor, just let us know how we can get it back, if possible. Because I demand it for analytics. It’s important,” he stated. He explained that the data collected is crucial for his medical team to accurately assess his condition and adjust his treatment plan, potentially impacting decisions regarding his activity level and medication.

The plea for the monitor’s return comes after Ray J revealed in January that he is currently taking eight medications and expressed concerns about his long-term health. In a live video, he disclosed that his heart was functioning at only 25 percent, prompting an outpouring of support and prayers from fans. “My health is not OK, so I thank everybody for supporting and praying for me through everything I’ve been in the hospital,” he said at the time. He further stated that he anticipates significant health challenges by 2027.

The Valentine’s Day concert, where the heart monitor was reportedly taken by a fan, drew attention to the medical device Ray J was wearing. News of the incident quickly spread, with reports surfacing on multiple news outlets, including Complex and WBLS, highlighting the singer’s ongoing health struggles.

As of Friday, February 20, 2026, the heart monitor remains unreturned, and We see unclear whether Ray J’s medical team will be able to continue monitoring his condition with the same level of detail without the lost data.