In a startling revelation that has sent shockwaves through the public, R. Kelly's daughter, Buku Abi—also known as Joann Kelly—has claimed that she was sexually abused by her father during her childhood. This harrowing confession comes in a new documentary titled *R. Kelly's Karma: A Daughter’s Journey*, available on the TVEI Streaming Network.

Emotional and tearful, Buku Abi shared her struggle, stating, “He was my everything. For a long time, I didn’t even want to believe that it happened. I was too scared to tell anybody.” Her powerful narrative dives deep into the fear and confusion she experienced as a child, underscoring the impact of her father's actions on her life. She added, “After I told my mom, I didn’t go over there anymore. I still struggle with it a lot.”

The documentary doesn’t only focus on Abi's story. It also includes poignant interviews with her siblings, Jaah and Robert Kelly Jr., and their mother, Drea Kelly. The pain within the family echoes throughout the episodes, with Drea stating, “What he did to me, he did to me. But you didn’t have to do it to my damn kids.”

Amid these grave allegations, R. Kelly’s attorney, Jennifer Bonjean, firmly denied the accusations, asserting that they were investigated years ago and deemed unfounded by the Illinois Department of Children & Family Services. “Mr. Kelly vehemently denies these allegations,” she remarked, emphasizing that the filmmakers did not contact Kelly or his legal team to provide a chance to respond to the claims.

R. Kelly, once a celebrated R&B artist known for his hit "I Believe I Can Fly," was convicted in 2021 on charges of sex trafficking after years of evading accountability for multiple allegations of misconduct involving young women and minors. The tide began to turn against him following the impactful docuseries *Surviving R. Kelly*, which brought his tumultuous legacy into the limelight, particularly highlighting how the stories of Black women have often been overlooked.

This two-part documentary promises to shed more light on the tragic legacy of R. Kelly, particularly through the perspectives of those closest to him. The first two episodes of *R. Kelly's Karma: A Daughter’s Journey* are currently streaming, inviting viewers to confront the uncomfortable truths surrounding this troubled family dynamic. As accusations of abuse continue to reverberate, the public eagerly awaits further developments in this heart-wrenching saga.