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R. Kelly
Convicted Sex Trafficker
Singer, Child Sex Trafficking CONVICTED
Overview
R. Kelly (Robert Kelly) was convicted of racketeering and sex trafficking in 2021 and child pornography in 2022. He used his fame to recruit underage girls and women for decades, subjecting them to sexual abuse while the music industry protected him. He was sentenced to 30 years.
Key Affiliations
Controversies & Concerns
SEX TRAFFICKING: Convicted of trafficking minors
CHILD PORNOGRAPHY: Convicted of production
AALIYAH MARRIAGE: Illegally married 15-year-old
DECADES OF ABUSE: Hundreds of victims alleged
INDUSTRY PROTECTION: Labels, radio protected him
30+ YEAR SENTENCE: Die-in-prison sentence
Related Investigations (1)
Criminal Charges & Violations
3 documented violations
18 U.S.C. � 1962RICO, Sex trafficking enterprise(CONVICTED)
18 U.S.C. � 1591Sex trafficking of minors(CONVICTED)
18 U.S.C. � 2251Child pornography production(CONVICTED)
Known Associates & Connections
Bill Cosby
Fellow entertainment figure convicted of sexual abuse
Harvey Weinstein
Fellow serial predator convicted during #MeToo era
Sources & Documentation
3 documented sources from official records, investigations, and reports
Personal Information
- Born
- January 8, 1967
- Birthplace
- Chicago, Illinois
Education
- •Kenwood Academy
Key Timeline
January 8, 1967
Born in Chicago
1994
Illegally marries Aaliyah, age 15
2008
Acquitted in first child porn trial
2019
"Surviving R. Kelly" documentary
2021
Convicted of sex trafficking
2022
Convicted of child porn, sentenced to 30 years