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

The 'Little Mermaid' actress and her ex-boyfriend DDG announced that they welcomed Halo in December 2023

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

The 'Little Mermaid' actress and her ex-boyfriend DDG announced that they welcomed Halo in December 2023

Halle Bailey/Instagram Halle Bailey and Halo

Halle Bailey/Instagram Halle Bailey and Halo

Halle Bailey is "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.

Related: Halle Bailey and DDG's Relationship Timeline

“I wasn’t told or notified and i am extremely upset to have my baby in front of millions of people,” Bailey, who was out of town when the livestream took place, wrote on X.

"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.

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

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

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Just a few weeks ago, the "Angel" singer revealed that she 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.

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

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

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 wrote in 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."

Related: DDG Says He and Ex Halle Bailey Are 'Forever Family' After Breakup: There's a 'Reason Why All of This Happened'

During a Sunday, Oct. 6 episode of his No 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, 22, is streaming nonstop on Twitch, with cameos from several celebrities, including DDG.