R kelly news

R. Kelly has been involved in several controversies and legal issues over the years. Here are some recent news updates about him:

Child pornography charges: In July 2019, R. Kelly was arrested and charged with 10 counts of aggravated criminal sexual abuse, including charges related to child pornography. The charges stem from allegations that he sexually abused four victims, including three minors, between 1998 and 2010.

Federal indictment: In May 2020, R. Kelly was indicted on 13 federal charges, including racketeering, sex trafficking, and child pornography. The indictment alleges that he used his fame and wealth to recruit and exploit young women and girls for sex.

Trial: R. Kelly's trial on the federal charges began in August 2021. The prosecution presented evidence and testimony from several alleged victims, including a woman who claimed that Kelly had sex with her when she was 16 years old. In September 2021, the jury delivered a guilty verdict on all counts, including racketeering and sex trafficking.

Sentencing: R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison in June 2022. The sentence was handed down by U.S. District Judge Harry D. Leinenweber, who called Kelly's crimes "heinous" and "depraved."

State charges: In addition to the federal charges, R. Kelly also faces state charges in Illinois and Minnesota. In August 2021, a judge in Cook County, Illinois, sentenced Kelly to 20 years in prison on state charges of aggravated criminal sexual abuse.

Criminal cases in other states: R. Kelly also faces criminal charges in other states, including Georgia, Michigan, and New York. In January 2022, a grand jury in Fulton County, Georgia, indicted Kelly on 11 counts of child molestation, sexual exploitation of children, and other charges.

Civil lawsuits: R. Kelly has also been named in several civil lawsuits, including a lawsuit filed by a woman who claims that he sexually assaulted her when she was a minor. In January 2022, a jury awarded the woman $30 million in damages.

Music industry fallout: R. Kelly's legal troubles have also had an impact on his music career. In 2019, his record label, RCA Records, dropped him from their roster. Several music streaming services, including Spotify and Apple Music, have also removed his music from their platforms.

Documentary and book: In 2019, a documentary series about R. Kelly's life and career, titled "Surviving R. Kelly," was released on Lifetime. The documentary featured interviews with several alleged victims and sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. In 2020, a book about R. Kelly's life and career, titled "R. Kelly: The Life, the Myth, the Music," was published.