Ray J’s Mother, Sonja Norwood, Speaks On His Health, Says Doctors Diagnosed Him w/ A Life-Threatening’ Heart Condition

Ray J, Sonja Norwood

Ray J’s Mother, Sonja Norwood, Speaks On His Health, Says Doctors Diagnosed Him w/ A Life-Threatening’ Heart Condition

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Sonja Norwood recently shared a heartfelt video updating fans on what’s really been going on with her son. At the start of the clip, she revealed that Ray went to the hospital in early January for what they initially thought was pneumonia. While she and her husband were ready to rush to his side, the “One Wish” singer told them not to worry, as he’d had pneumonia just a few months earlier and didn’t think it was anything serious.

But things quickly took a turn. Sonja said she later found out Ray wasn’t being released, prompting her and her husband to fly to Las Vegas to see for themselves what was happening. According to her, Ray was experiencing “severe chest pain” and “couldn’t move.” After doctors ruled out pneumonia, they performed an angiogram, which revealed he has a serious heart condition called cardiomyopathy. The test showed his heart’s blood flow was only 15% to 20%. “Every other word explained to us was ‘this is life-threatening,’” Sonja shared.

In recent weeks, Ray has been more open about his diagnosis, even admitting he’s uncertain about how much time he has left, a reality that’s understandably shaken fans and loved ones alike.