Halle Bailey Says She Didn't Approve Son Halo's Appearance in Kai Cenat's Livestream: 'I Am Extremely Upset'

Mar. 15, 2025

Halle Bailey and Halo.Photo:Halle Bailey/Instagram

Halle Bailey/Instagram

Halle Baileyis “extremely upset” her son was featured in a livestream.

The 24-year-old actress recently spoke out after learning that her 9-month-old son,Halo, took part in Kai Cenat’s YouTube video. Bailey shares Halo with ex-boyfriend,DDG(real name Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr.).

On the Nov. 6 stream of Cenat’s “Mafiathon 2” Twitch stream, DDG, 27, brought Halo on screen. Later, Cenat, 22, then sliced the portion of the livestream of DDG and Halo and reshared it to his YouTube page.

“I am his mother and protector and saddened that i wasn’t notified especially when i am out of town.”

A rep for DDG did not immediately respond to PEOPLE’s request for comment on Wednesday.

DDG and Halle Bailey on November 25, 2023 in Beverly Hills, California.Amy Sussman/WireImage

Amy Sussman/WireImage

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Just a few weeks ago, the “Angel” singer revealed thatshe has “crippling anxiety” when she travels for work without Halo. Bailey shared a few photos on her Snapchat on Oct. 15. “Flying tonight to be somewhere for one day but having crippling anxiety without my son,” she wrote.

“Any advice for moms who still can’t handle when they have to leave for work?” Bailey asked.

Halle Bailey and DDG on March 16, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.John Salangsang/Variety via Getty

John Salangsang/Variety via Getty

Bailey and DDG split in early October.

“Dear friends and supporters, After much reflection and heartfelt conversations, Halle and I have decided to go our separate ways,” the rapper wrotein an Oct. 3 statement on his Instagram Stories. “The decision was not easy, but we believe it’s the best path forward for both of us. I cherish the time we’ve spent together and the love we shared.”

“Despite the changes in our relationship, our love for each other remains deep and true. We are still best friends and adore each other,” DDG continued. He said that he and Bailey will “focus on our individual journeys and our roles as co-parents,” as they “cherish the bond we’ve built and the beautiful moments we’ve shared.”

During a Sunday, Oct. 6 episode of hisNo Ordinary Podcast,DDG talked more about the breakup and said he knew there was"a reason why she stayed with me"and a “reason why we had a child together.”

During November, Cenat is streaming nonstop on Twitch, with cameos from several celebrities, including DDG.

source: people.com