R Kelly’s sisters speak out in defence of musician in new interview
R Kelly’s sisters have spoken out in defence of their brother following his recent prison sentence.In June, Kelly was sentenced to 30 years in prison, following his conviction last year on charges of sex trafficking and racketeering.The R&B singer (real name Robert Sylvester Kelly) stood trial last summer for racketeering, bribery and violating the Mann Act, which criminalises the transportation of any woman or girl across state lines for “immoral” purposes, such as illegal sexual activity. He was found guilty on nine accounts.Now, the sisters of the musician, Cassandra, Theresa and Lisa Kelly, have spoken out in his defence on Good Morning Britain and alleged that race played a part in his conviction.“African Americans have always been treated unfairly,” Cassandra told the programme.