Ray J Ignites Paparazzi Frenzy on Sunset with TMZ After Dark Tour
Here’s your backstage pass to the glitz and grind of Hollywood nightlife.
By Sage Matthews
Ray J turned Sunset Boulevard into a paparazzi playground last Saturday night when he stepped aboard the TMZ After Dark Tour as the celebrity guest host. The R&B artist and reality star brought an insider’s perspective on exclusivity, XXL energy behind the wheel of the iconic celebrity party bus, and enough surprises to keep digital shutters firing from start to finish.
The night kicked off in typical L.A. fashion: palm trees glowing under neon lights, a line of fans and cameras waiting curbside, and Ray J greeting each lens like a seasoned showman. His first revelation of the evening centered on two of Hollywood’s most guarded hangouts. Citing personal experience, Ray J admitted he was never approved for a SoHo House membership, an anecdote that sent whispers down the bus aisle. He followed up with a playful yet pointed jab at Craig’s restaurant, calling it “one of the toughest doors to crack in town,” a claim verified by several hospitality insiders.
The mood shifted from gossip to groove when DJ Myles P dropped Kendrick Lamar’s “Not Like Us,” prompting Ray J to address the ever-heated Drake vs. Kendrick debate. Rather than fan the flames, he diplomatically queued up Drake’s latest single, “What Did I Miss,” arguing that “music should unite, not divide.” That choice only amplified the buzz as fans captured every moment on their phones.
True to form, Ray J didn’t leave the party bus without showcasing his own catalog. The crowd erupted when he performed hits like “I Hit It First” and “One Wish,” seamlessly weaving in a tribute to his sister Brandy by mixing in her chart-topping classics. Each chorus brought fresh roars of approval from both long-time devotees and curious newcomers.
As the bus rumbled past Sunset’s most iconic landmarks, spontaneous fan gatherings added to the electric atmosphere. Paparazzi, already primed by TMZ’s live updates, swarmed the vehicle at every stop, snapping candid shots of Ray J in mid-conversation, mid-dance, and mid-laugh. The frenzy peaked outside Craig’s, where the restaurant’s bouncer attempted to maintain order as dozens of cameras clicked away.
Beyond the glimmering camera flashes and celeb anecdotes, the TMZ After Dark Tour serves as a living document of Hollywood’s relentless appetite for celebrity access. It offers a rare chance to ride alongside trending names, witness off-the-cuff remarks, and soak in the pulse of Tinseltown after dark. For those itching to join the next late-night parade, bookings are open at TMZTour.com.
Whether you’re a die-hard Ray J fan or just in it for the behind-the-scenes tea, this tour delivers on its promise of star-driven storytelling and high-voltage entertainment. Stay tuned for updates on future guest hosts—you never know which A-lister will take the mic next. And that wraps up another night where Hollywood’s hottest moments were captured under the glow of streetlights and strobe flashes. Make of that what you will.
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