R. Kelly sentenced to 30 years in prison for sex trafficking case

R/B Star, R. Kelly has been sentenced to 30 years in prison after being found guilty on all counts in his sex-crimes and racketeering case last year.

R. Kelly, known for hit songs like “I Believe I Can Fly” and “Ignition“, reports have it that he used his celebrity status and sphere of influence to lure women and children into sexual abuse over two decades.

Seven victims gave impact statements, testifying about the ongoing trauma and mental-health effects of Kelly’s abuse going back for decades. “I hope you go to jail for the rest of your life,” one victim said.

R. Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison  on Wednesday, which for him will likely be a life sentence, since he’s 55 years of age.