Is Ray Parker Jr gay?

Ray Parker Jr. is an American musician, singer, songwriter, and record producer, best known for writing and performing the hit theme song for the 1984 film "Ghostbusters."

Born on May 1, 1954, in Detroit, Michigan, Ray Parker Jr. grew up in a musically inclined family and began playing the clarinet and guitar at a young age. By his teenage years, he was already performing in local bands and developing his craft.

Ray Parker Jr. has been married to Elaine Parker since 1994, and they have four children. He maintains a private life but occasionally shares glimpses of his family and personal interests through interviews and social media.

Ray Parker Jr. began his professional career as a session guitarist before forming the band Raydio in the late 1970s. He achieved massive success with solo hits like "The Other Woman" and "Ghostbusters," and has also written and produced for numerous other artists.

Ray Parker Jr.'s most notable achievement is the Grammy-winning "Ghostbusters" theme song, which became a cultural phenomenon. He has also received accolades for his contributions as a songwriter and producer, influencing the sound of R&B and pop music.

Ray Parker Jr. faced a plagiarism lawsuit from Huey Lewis, who claimed that "Ghostbusters" was too similar to his song "I Want a New Drug." The case was settled out of court, and the details remain confidential.

Besides the iconic "Ghostbusters" theme, Ray Parker Jr. has created hits like "Jack and Jill" and "You Can't Change That" with his band Raydio, as well as his solo tracks "The Other Woman" and "A Woman Needs Love (Just Like You Do)."