Surviving R Kelly (TV Program)
Already facing numerous charges in Illinois and New York, the singer was charged with engaging in prostitution with a minor in Minneapolis. Source
A young woman’s refusal to testify against the singer was crucial to his acquittal in a 2008 trial, but her lawyer says she is now cooperating with prosecutors. Source
Sparkle testified that a sex tape showed Mr. Kelly abusing her niece. A rising star years ago, she is arguably best known today for her taking a public stand against him. Source
A statue was removed, and “The Simpsons” shelved a rerun featuring the singer. But everyday listeners are still streaming “Billie Jean.” Source
In an interview with “CBS This Morning,” the singer, who faces charges involving underage girls, jumped out of his seat at one point and said those accusing him were all lying. Source
The work of Jim DeRogatis and Dream Hampton on the accusations against the R&B star began years apart. Now that it seems the public is listening, they have a sense of satisfaction — and security concerns. Source
Kelly, once one of the biggest and most influential stars in pop music, has been dogged by accusations of sexual misconduct since the mid 1990s. Source
Many people have called for repercussions against the R&B star following a documentary about his treatment of women, but legal and commercial hurdles stand in the way. Source
Chicago’s top prosecutor asked potential victims to come forward and an inquiry appears to be underway in Atlanta into allegations of abuse by Kelly. Source
