Raymond Harper, the larger-than-life Washington, D.C. social media personality affectionately known as “Rolling Ray,” has died.
He was 28.
The Zeus Network, where Harper became a fan favorite on several reality series, confirmed the news early Thursday in a heartfelt Instagram tribute. “Gone way too soon,” the network wrote. “Your Laughter, Light, & Loving Spirit will Live on FOREVER!”
On Facebook, the social media star’s mother, Sazola Nay, also shared the devastating news with his fans and friends.
“It is with a heavy heavy heart that I let you know that my son Ray Ray iamrollingray has gone home to be with the Lord…I thank everyone who has called or texted, this is going to be a long road,” she wrote on Facebook.
Harper first rose to prominence with several viral clips. His on-screen appearances only furthered his influence. Harper was featured on MTV’s Catfish: Trolls and Divorce Court, before becoming a standout on Zeus Network’s LGBTQ+ dating series Bobby I Love You, Purrr.