R. Kelly plans new tour amid sexual assault allegations
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R. Kelly announced he is going on tour amid mounting sexual assault allegations against the singer.
The embattled entertainer announced on social media Tuesday that he'll be going to Australia, New Zealand and Sri Lanka.
"See y'all soon" the post said, accompanied by a picture of Kelly and the declaration "The King of R&B." No dates or venues were revealed.
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R. KELLY ONCE CAUGHT HAVING SEX WITH UNDERAGED AALIYAH, FORMER BACKUP SINGER CLAIMS
Kelly's career has been stifled since a #MuteRKelly campaign gained momentum last year to protest his alleged sexual abuse of women and girls, which Kelly denies. Lifetime's documentary series "Surviving R. Kelly" last month drew even more attention to the allegations, and his record label has reportedly dropped him.
SONY, R. KELLY PART WAYS AMID MOUNTING SEXUAL ASSAULT ALLEGATIONS AGAINST SINGER
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Kelly is a multiplatinum R&B star who has not only notched multiple hits for himself but also many high-profile performers.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.