R. Kelly’s personal life and career have long been overshadowed by controversy. In 1994, he faced widespread criticism over an alleged illegal marriage to then-15-year-old singer Aaliyah. According to reports, the marriage certificate falsely listed her age as 18, and the marriage was later annulled.
In 2002, Kelly was indicted on 21 counts of child pornography after a video surfaced allegedly showing him engaging in sexual acts with a minor. The case went to trial in 2008, and Kelly was acquitted on all charges due to insufficient evidence and questions surrounding the identity of the individuals involved.
In 2019, Lifetime aired the six-part documentary series Surviving R. Kelly, which brought renewed attention to longstanding accusations of sexual misconduct and abuse. The series featured testimonies from several women who alleged abusive behavior by Kelly over the course of his career. Viewed by nearly two million people, the documentary reignited public and industry backlash.
In the aftermath of the documentary’s release, R. Kelly’s record label severed ties with him, and numerous artists and media outlets distanced themselves from his work. The exposure led to further legal scrutiny and eventual criminal charges.
Return to the previous page| Birth Date: | 8 Jan, 1967 |
| Age: | 53 yrs |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Chicago |
| Gender: | Male |
| Spouse: | Aaliyah[1994-1995] Andrea Kelly[1996-2009] |
| Net Worth 2021: | 2 million |
