Rolling Ray Passes Away At 28 Just Days Before His Birthday

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NORTH HOLLYWOOD, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 21: Executive Producer Rolling Ray attends the Zeus Network's "Bobby I Love You, Purr" Los Angeles premiere screening at Regal North Hollywood on August 21, 2022 in North Hollywood, California. (Photo by Robin L Marshall/Getty Images for The Zeus Network)
Rolling Ray was a social media influencer and reality television star who became an influential and beloved presence in Internet culture.

Rolling Ray did not hold back in his online commentary and engaging presence as an influencer, and he left a large legacy in his wake. His mother reportedly confirmed to TMZ that he tragically passed away at the age of 28, and tributes continue to pour in for the reality television star.

For example, the Zeus Network took to Instagram on Wednesday night (September 3) to mourn Juan "Raymond" Harper, who starred on multiple of their shows such as Bobby I Love You, Purrr. "Gone way too soon. #RestInPeace to the BIG hearted, most Raw, & Real FRIEND & #Zeus Star #RaymondHarper aka @iamrollingray. Your Laughter, Light, & Loving Spirit will Live on FOREVER! From #BobbyILoveYouPurrr to #TheConversation, you were Unapologetically & Authentically your TRUEST Self. From your ZEUS Fam, we Love, Thank, & will Miss you Always! Sending Prayers & Condolences to his loved ones!"

"Sending our Deepest Sympathies & Condolences to the Family & Fans of Raymond Harper, affectionately known as Rolling Ray on Bobby I Love You Purrr! Your Memory will forever live with us here at Zeus! May you Rest In Eternal Peace." We extend those same condolences and sympathies.

Rolling Ray Cause Of Death

At press time, no official cause of death has been revealed for Rolling Ray. The self-proclaimed "most famous boy in a wheelchair" was known for his influential catchphrases and quotes on the Internet such as "Purrr" and for his participation in reality TV shows such as Divorce Court and Catfish: Trolls.

Ray's trolling of other hip-hop artists caught him a lot of attention in recent years, although it had been a while since we heard from him in a big way. Nevertheless, these interactions always displayed a fearless and unfiltered perspective, one that he never shied away from presenting to the world. Some controversy inevitably surfaced, but the positive and indelible contributions outweigh any of that.

Rolling Ray's social media influence will hopefully be felt for years to come. It's hard to give these folks their flowers when they're with us, especially in these online spaces. Regardless, fans and admirers will continue to work towards this mission and honor the life of a great entertainer.
Rest In Peace Rolling Ray.

About The Author
Gabriel Bras Nevares is a staff writer for HotNewHipHop. He joined HNHH while completing his B.A. in Journalism & Mass Communication at The George Washington University in the summer of 2022. Born and raised in San Juan, Puerto Rico, Gabriel treasures the crossover between his native reggaetón and hip-hop news coverage, such as his review for Bad Bunny’s hometown concert in 2024. But more specifically, he digs for the deeper side of hip-hop conversations, whether that’s the “death” of the genre in 2023, the lyrical and parasocial intricacies of the Kendrick Lamar and Drake battle, or the many moving parts of the Young Thug and YSL RICO case. Beyond engaging and breaking news coverage, Gabriel makes the most out of his concert obsessions, reviewing and recapping festivals like Rolling Loud Miami and Camp Flog Gnaw. He’s also developed a strong editorial voice through album reviews, think-pieces, and interviews with some of the genre’s brightest upstarts and most enduring obscured gems like Homeboy Sandman, Bktherula, Bas, and Devin Malik.

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