The singer, 55, is facing a heavy jail term after being convicted in federal court last year on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. VIdeo / APThe singer, 55, is facing a heavy jail term after being convicted in federal court last year on sex trafficking and racketeering charges. Through tears and anger, several of Kelly's accusers told a court, and him, that he had preyed on them and misled his fans. Widespread outrage over Kelly's sexual misconduct didn't come until the #MeToo reckoning, reaching a crescendo after the release of the docuseries Surviving R Kelly. The prosecution team in the trial against R. Kelly is escorted by federal agents as they arrive at court.

Source: New Zealand Herald June 30, 2022 01:37 UTC