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Ray J vs. The Kardashians: Explosive RICO Allegations Spark Lawsuit
The court filing accuses Ray J of exploiting his decades-old relationship with Kim Kardashian to revive his own notoriety. “Unable to accept the end of his fleeting relationship with Kim Kardashian over twenty years ago, Ray J has repeatedly sought to attach himself to Plaintiffs’ names and exploit their prominence for personal gain,” the complaint states.
Singer and reality star Ray J has ignited a firestorm of controversy after alleging during a viral livestream that Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner are facing a federal RICO investigation “worse than Diddy.” Speaking with Chrisean Rock on social media, Ray J — whose legal name is Ray Norwood Jr. — claimed that “the feds are coming” for the Kardashian matriarch and her daughter. His comments immediately went viral, fueling speculation online and drawing swift pushback from the Kardashian camp.
This isn’t the first time Ray J has made such remarks. Earlier this year, during the Tubi special TMZ Presents: United States v. Sean Combs: Inside the Diddy Trial, he suggested that racketeering charges against the Kardashians “wouldn’t be surprising.” The latest livestream comments, however, were far more specific and incendiary, prompting a legal response within days.
Kim Kardashian & Kris Jenner File Defamation Lawsuit
According to AP News, Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner filed a defamation lawsuit Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, calling Ray J’s claims “blatantly false” and part of a “sustained campaign of harassment and defamation.” The lawsuit, led by powerhouse attorney Alex Spiro, flatly denies that any such federal investigation exists or that law enforcement agencies have initiated any criminal proceedings related to racketeering charges against the Kardashian family.
The court filing accuses Ray J of exploiting his decades-old relationship with Kim Kardashian to revive his own notoriety. “Unable to accept the end of his fleeting relationship with Kim Kardashian over twenty years ago, Ray J has repeatedly sought to attach himself to Plaintiffs’ names and exploit their prominence for personal gain,” the complaint states.
Damage to Reputation & The Stakes Ahead
The Kardashians’ lawsuit argues that Ray J’s “malicious” statements have caused significant reputational and financial harm to both Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner. It cites millions of viewers for the livestream and the resulting “media storm” as evidence of damages. The Kardashians are seeking to prove in court that Ray J’s comments were not only false but also intentionally defamatory.
Ray J had earlier claimed that his sex tape with Kim Kardashian Laid the foundation for OnlyFans.
No evidence has yet been presented by Ray J to support his claims, and as of now, there is no credible confirmation of any federal racketeering investigation targeting the Kardashians. Ray J’s representatives have not responded to requests for comment.
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The clash between Ray J and the Kardashian empire highlights the high stakes of celebrity accusations in the age of livestream virality. While the Kardashians strive to protect their brand and reputation, Ray J’s claims raise fresh questions about the extent of damage that can be caused by unverified statements amplified across social media.
