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Bruce Kelly

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Bruce Kelly is the brother of R. Kelly and he appeared in Surviving R Kelly Part 2. R. Kelly is a singer, songwriter, producer, and multi-instrumentalist.

Early life

Bruce Kelly is now in his 50s and he was born in Chicago, Illinois, the United States. He was born to his mother Joanne Kelly and his father’s name is not known. His mother was the lead singer of the Choir. And, in 1993, she passed away due to cancer. He had 3 siblings named Carey Kely, R. Kelly, and Theresa Kelly. The other details about Bruce’s early life are not revealed yet.

Career

Bruce Kelly has appeared on the Surviving R Kelly part 2. He worked as Bruce’s assistant and his driver. But, he has revealed that he was never paid by his brother. Additionally, he told TMZ that he was supposed to be paid $700. He is famous among the people like the brother of R. Kelly. In 1989, Kelly was recognized when he participated in the TV show Big Break.  Later, in the show, he went on to win the $100,000 grand prize. Also, he formed the group MGM (Musically Gifted Men) with his friends. Whereas, the group members are, Marc McWilliams, Vincent Walker, and Shawn Brooks.
Bruce Kelly

Caption: Bruce Kelly’s brother R. Kelly during his performance. Source(Instagram)

Finally, MGM recorded and released their first single, in 1990. The single was titled Why You Wanna Play Me and disbanded shortly after. He made his debut album Born Into the ’90s with the group Public Announcement, in 1992. Eventually and was eventually certified platinum. In November 2993, he released his first solo album, 12 Play. In the Billboard Hot R&B Singles chart, his song ‘Bump N’ Grind’ peaked at number one for 12 weeks. Similarly, in 1995, he released his self-titled album, R. Kelly.  He also released You Remind Me of Something, Down Low, and I Can’t Sleep.

Career highlight

With the Atlantic City Seagulls, he signed a contract to play basketball professionally, in 1997. His commercially successful album was released, in 1998, titled R. In 199, he wrote and produced the majority of the soundtrack of the comedy-drama film Life. Additionally, it stars Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence. Whereas the album The Best of Both Worlds sold 285,000 copies in its opening week. Also, it debuted at number two on the Billboard 200.
Later on, he made a live appearance on The X Factor and gave his first performance. Later, he went to undergo throat surgery in the summer. With finalist Melanie Amaro, he sang his classic hit I Believe I Can Fly.
In the 2013 album Black Panties, he returned to sexually charged themes. On the Billboard 200 chart, the album debuted at No. four. Similarly, Kelly’s album received mixed reviews from critics. Further, he presented his first Christmas album, in October 2016.

Bruce Kelly’s jail

It was assumed that Bruce had played a part in the grooming process of young women. He stated that to believed that he was mitigating R. Kelly’s Crimes against women. It was revealed that he was at the Shawnee Correctional Facility in Illinois. He was arrested for several acts of sexual crimes like child pornography and sexual assault. Additionally, he was indicted on 13 Scouts of child pornography, in 2002.

Caption: Bruce Kelly while he was serving in jail. Source(Decider)

Personal life

The details about Bruce Kelly’s personal life are not disclosed yet. But, he is already married and his wife has been away from the media attention. Thus, he also has not preferred to leak his details. Similarly, he has not talked to his brother for 5 years. And, according to the sources, the relationship between them is not that good now. Bruce is serving in jail as o of now. He also stated that his brother and mother have never appreciated his work.

Bruce Kelly – Body measurement 2022

Bruce Kelly has black hair and black eyes color. Thus, the other information about Bruce’s body measurement is not revealed.

Bruce Kelly – Social Media 2022

Likewise, Bruce Kelly is also not active on any social media accounts.