In brief
In a recent development, Halle Bailey, renowned for her role in Disney's live-action The Little Mermaid, has been granted a restraining order against her ex-boyfriend, rapper DDG, over claims of abuse that have left her fearing for her safety and that of their child.
Bailey, who is 25, detailed multiple occasions of alleged physical violence from DDG, whose real name is Darryl Dwayne Granberry Jr. The order mandates that he maintain distance from both Bailey and their 1-year-old son until a scheduled hearing on June 6.The actress emphasized in court documents that throughout their relationship, DDG had exhibited physically, verbally, and financially abusive behavior towards her. She specifically recounted an incident from January where, during a confrontation in his car, she was physically injured when DDG slammed her face into the steering wheel, resulting in a chipped tooth. This altercation followed a series of escalating tensions since their breakup in October.In addition, Bailey claimed that just two months after their split, DDG entered her home without permission, sent her threatening messages, and even smashed a doorbell camera during a heated confrontation related to the care of their son. She has also filed a police report documenting these incidents and the subsequent threats she received on social media.Under the restraining order, DDG is prohibited from possessing firearms, and the court may extend this order for up to five years during the June hearing. Additionally, Bailey has requested that he cease disparaging her publicly through his social media channels, arguing that it has led to harassment and threats against her.Bailey achieved fame through her musical group Chloe x Halle and has received five Grammy nominations. Her breakout film role as Ariel in The Little Mermaid has garnered much attention, while DDG, 27, gained prominence on YouTube, later transitioning to music with multiple album releases.
