The new documentary sequence “Surviving R. Kelly” premieres tonight (January 3) on Lifetime. The sequence options interviews with ladies like Kitti Jones and Kelly’s ex-wife Andrea Kelly, who’ve spoken publicly in regards to the singer’s historical past of alleged abuse. According to government producer dream hampton, a number of musicians had been requested to take part within the docuseries however turned downed the chance. Speaking with the Detroit Free Press, hampton revealed that Erykah Badu, JAY-Z, Dave Chappelle, and Lady Gaga—all of whom have collaborated with R. Kelly—declined interviews. Questlove, Mary J. Blige, and Lil’ Kim additionally turned down the chance to talk, hampton stated in an interview with Shadow and Act.
“I mean, most people just don’t want to touch it,” dream hampton stated. “I remember [Questlove] was like, ‘I would do anything for you but I can’t do this.’ It’s not because they support him, it’s because it’s so messy and muddy. It’s that turning away that has allowed this to go on.”
The solely musicians who participated in “Surviving R. Kelly” had been John Legend and R&B singer Stephanie “Sparkle” Edwards, who testified against Kelly at his 2008 trial. Dream hampton stated of John Legend’s participation, “That makes John Legend even more of a hero for me.”
Pitchfork has contacted representatives for Erykah Badu, JAY-Z, Lady Gaga, Dave Chappelle, Questlove, Mary J. Blige, and Lil’ Kim.
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