Comedian Teddy Ray Died In Apparent Drowning: Report

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A new report raised more questions regarding what happened to the beloved entertainer.

It stunned Hollywood to learn of the passing of Teddy Ray, and today (August 15), more has been shared about his untimely death. The comedian has been a beloved member of the entertainment community and found a new level of fame when he joined the ranks of All Def Digital. Millions of people have used his clips or audio in their social media posts without even knowing the origins, and it is clear that Ray's impact will be felt for some time. 

When news of Ray's death was shared last week, there wasn't any information given as to what may have happened. This new report raises more questions than it gives answers.


According to TMZ, the Riverside County Sheriff's Office stated that Teddy Ray died of an apparent drowning. It was reported that a maintenance worker found his body floating in a swimming pool around 10:00 a.m. It is unclear who's home he was found in because the city of Rancho Mirage is over two hours away from his home in Gardena. 

Although the report of a drowning seems conclusive, authorities are still awaiting the official cause of death after an autopsy is performed. Several of Ray's friends and loved ones have offered posthumous tributes to him online, revisiting some of his funniest moments as they speak about just how genuine of a person he was.

Check out a few Teddy Ray moments below.



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Since 2019, Erika Marie has worked as a journalist for HotNewHipHop, covering music, film, television, art, fashion, politics, and all things regarding entertainment. With 20 years in the industry under her belt, Erika Marie moved from a writer on the graveyard shift at HNHH to becoming a Features Editor, highlighting long-form content and interviews with some of Hip Hop’s biggest stars. She has had the pleasure of sitting down with artists and personalities like DJ Jazzy Jeff, Salt ’N Pepa, Nick Cannon, Rah Digga, Rakim, Rapsody, Ari Lennox, Jacquees, Roxanne Shante, Yo-Yo, Sean Paul, Raven Symoné, Queen Naija, Ryan Destiny, DreamDoll, DaniLeigh, Sean Kingston, Reginae Carter, Jason Lee, Kamaiyah, Rome Flynn, Zonnique, Fantasia, and Just Blaze—just to name a few. In addition to one-on-one chats with influential public figures, Erika Marie also covers content connected to the culture. She’s attended and covered the BET Awards as well as private listening parties, the Rolling Loud festival, and other events that emphasize established and rising talents. Detroit-born and Long Beach (CA)-raised, Erika Marie has eclectic music taste that often helps direct the interests she focuses on here at HNHH. She finds it necessary to report on cultural conversations with respect and honor those on the mic and the hardworking teams that help get them there. Moreover, as an advocate for women, Erika Marie pays particular attention to the impact of femcees. She sits down with rising rappers for HNHH—like Big Jade, Kali, Rubi Rose, Armani Caesar, Amy Luciani, and Omerettà—to gain their perspectives on a fast-paced industry.