Why did R. Kelly's publicist quit?

Published: November 19, 2007, 5:35 pm

Tags: law and order, scandal, celeb crime

Last week R. Kelly's longtime publicist Regina Daniels released a statement saying she resigned as his publicist after 14 years of loyal service. "I have always prided myself on professionalism, respect and loyalty," says Daniels. "I ended my relationship with Kelly because there are some lines you just don't cross."That last sentence sparked wild rumors - one of which is gaining traction in the industry: Sources say R. Kelly asked Mrs. Daniels and her husband George Daniels to lie for him on the stand during a recent hearing for his child pornography case. Regina Daniels quit the next day.In a statement Wednesday, George Daniels, a prominent record retailer, said: "I have also disassociated myself from Kelly."

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