The career of R&B singer Jaheim, the voice behind soulful hits like “Put That Woman First,” has collapsed under the weight of repeated animal cruelty charges. The Grammy-nominated artist, who built a multi-million-dollar fortune, is now reportedly living in an RV, facing a third arrest in just four years for one of the “most disturbing crimes imaginable.”

A Disturbing Pattern of Abuse

The latest incident occurred in September 2025 when New Jersey neighbors reportedly called 911 complaining that the R&B legend was starving his dogs again. This followed two prior, high-profile arrests for similar behavior:

May 2025 Arrest (Georgia): Authorities found Jaheim in an RV in a shopping mall parking lot. A malnourished dog was found tied outside, and six others (including puppies) were found inside the vehicle in “squalid” conditions—kennels filled with urine and feces, no adequate food, and poor ventilation.
September 2021 Arrest (New Jersey): Police responded to a puppy in distress call at Jaheim’s home, finding 15 dogs in varying stages of starvation. Six were crammed into crates, and tragically, one dog found unresponsive in a water-filled crate had to be euthanized due to its suffering.

The Bizarre Vegan Defense and Shattered Legacy

During the latest arrest, Jaheim’s defense reportedly shocked authorities: he claimed he was not neglecting his pets but feeding them a “strict vegan diet” because he believes in low-calorie, plant-based meals for both himself and his animals.

Veterinary Rebuttal: Veterinarians immediately called this defense “dangerous and absurd,” noting that dogs are omnivores and cannot survive on a vegan diet without specialized, professional planning.
The Irony: The singer built his career on anthems of respect, like “Put That Woman First,” which became his signature song and a “testament to treating women with dignity and honor.” This is in stark contrast to the alleged torture and neglect of helpless animals that now defines his public image.

Financial and Career Ruin

Jaheim’s erratic behavior and criminal charges have resulted in the total collapse of his financial and professional life.

Loss of Fortune: His once estimated $4.5 million net worth has been “drained” by legal fees and court costs.
Industry Pariah: His career is in ruins: record labels won’t touch him, venues won’t book him, and radio stations are quietly removing his songs from playlists. His current RV lifestyle is a result of what he can now afford after losing his home and luxury assets.

With a documented pattern of escalation—three arrests in four years, dozens of animals suffering, and one death—the story of Jaheim is a devastating cautionary tale of a celebrity whose own actions have utterly destroyed everything he worked to build.