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Prosecutors Admit Its Possible For Video Evidence Against RKelly To Have Been Manipulated

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US prosecutors in Chicago’s federal case against global R&B icon, RKelly, now admit that there is a strong possibility that video evidence in which he engaged in sexual activity with a minor may have been tampered with.

This includes, of course, the same video from Kelly’s 2008 trial in Chicago, in which he was acquitted of all charges.

While new evidence appears to be all that is being talked about, Kelly is now grappling with a revelation that could indict him further.

Apparently, it’s not over for singer R. Kelly, as the American singer-songwriter faces court in the 2008 child pornography case. The case was reopened because the minor, now in her 30s, was going to testify against the singer.

In 2008, Kelly was acquitted by a jury of producing the video in which he had sex with a girl under the age of 14. The girl refused to testify and refused to cooperate, and Kelly was unharmed.

This time, however, the situation is different as the girl will testify and deal with allegations that R. Kelly manipulated the 2008 case to obstruct justice – including alleged payments and threats. The girl’s identity has remained hidden for years, but now she will share her experience from her perspective.

While the 2008 trial is being revived, the 55-year-old singer is already facing 30 years in prison for a 2021 conviction for sexually abusing young fans. Not only that, the double whammy will also include the other four accusers testifying against Kelly on the charge of seducing a minor for sex.

Prosecutors plan to play the same 2008 VHS tape and three other videos as evidence in the federal trial.

Prosecutors Admit Its Possible For Video Evidence Against RKelly To Have Been Manipulated

Even if the singer is convicted of just one or two counts in the Chicago case, it will add decades to New York’s 2021 verdict. However, he continues to question the judgment of the Chicago Metropolitan Correctional Center where he is being held.

The three-time Grammy Award winner was a controversial figure and was repeatedly accused of criminal activity and sexual abuse throughout his career.

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Keira Knightley Ponders a Swashbuckling Comeback in the Next Pirates of the Caribbean Installment

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In a recent interview with Collider,Knightley was asked about the possibility of reprising her role as Elizabeth Swann in the upcoming “Pirates of the Caribbean” films. She responded by saying that she has not yet been approached about the project, but would definitely consider it if the opportunity arises.

“I don’t know if it’s happening,” Knightley said. “I haven’t heard anything about it. But, you know, I would always be open to the idea of revisiting Elizabeth Swann. It was a huge part of my life and career, and I’m very fond of the character.”

Knightley first appeared as Elizabeth Swann in the original “Pirates of the Caribbean: The Curse of the Black Pearl” in 2003. She continued to play the character in the following two sequels, “Dead Man’s Chest” and “At World’s End,” before sitting out the fourth installment, “On Stranger Tides.”

While Knightley’s character was not present in “On Stranger Tides,” the film still managed to gross over $1 billion worldwide. The most recent entry in the franchise, “Dead Men Tell No Tales,” was released in 2017 and also went on to earn over $794 million globally.

It remains to be seen what the future holds for the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, which has seen its fair share of ups and downs in recent years. Johnny Depp, who played the lead role of Captain Jack Sparrow, was dropped from the series following allegations of domestic abuse. The studio has since announced that it is planning to reboot the franchise with a new cast and crew.

Despite the uncertainty surrounding the future of the franchise, Knightley’s potential return to the series would undoubtedly be a welcome sight for fans. Her portrayal of Elizabeth Swann was a key factor in the success of the early “Pirates of the Caribbean” films, and her absence from the later entries was felt by many.

Knightley has remained busy in the years since her last “Pirates” film, taking on a variety of roles in both independent and big-budget productions. She has been nominated for two Academy Awards for her performances in “Pride & Prejudice” and “The Imitation Game,” and has also appeared in films such as “Atonement,” “Anna Karenina,” and “The Nutcracker and the Four Realms.”

Whether or not Knightley ultimately returns to the “Pirates of the Caribbean” franchise, her fans can look forward to seeing her in a variety of upcoming projects. She is set to star in the upcoming biographical drama “Silent Night,” as well as the action thriller “The Essex Serpent

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Willow Smith Says She & Brother Jaden Felt “Shunned” By Black Community

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Willow Smith has made a huge revelation.

The singer has revealed on ‘Red Table Talkthat she and he brother Jaden felt “shunned” by the black community growing.

Her words below:

“With the African American community, I kind of felt like me and Jaden were shunned a little bit.”

Willow then went on to describe her and her brother’s unconventional presentations as a reason saying:

“We’re not gonna take pride in them because they’re too different. They’re too weird.”

Both she and Jaden began adopting more of an androgynous approach to their presentations in the early 2010s.

Their mom, Jada Pinkett Smith, then recalled the “firestorm” that occurred when Willow cut her hair.

To watch the latest episode of ‘Red Table Talk,’ click here.

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Jaden Smith Turns Heads in New Louis Vuitton Commercial

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Jaden Smith has long marched to the beat of his own drum.

And it’s a trajectory that continues in his starring role in Louis Vuitton’s latest commercial.

Smith rocks the LV Mansion line by Louis Vuitton, which reveals a gothic influence in the form of an ankle boot, and a loafer.

Check it all out after the jump…

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