Rapper and actor, Kaalan Walker sentenced to 50 years to life in prison after 2018 conviction for ra

Posted by Lorie Orum on Saturday, May 18, 2024

The 27-year-old American rapper and actor, Kaalan Walker, has been sentenced to 50 years to life in prison following his conviction on multiple counts of rape in April. He was arrested in 2018 for crimes dating from 2013 to 2018 and was found guilty by a Van Nuys jury of several charges, including forcible rape, unlawful sexual intercourse with a minor, rape of an intoxicated victim, and assault with intent to commit oral copulation.

The charges involved three teenagers and four other young women, leading Superior Court Judge Joseph Brandolino to also order Walker to register as a sex offender for the remainder of his life. Deputy District Attorney Cynthia Wallace described the defendant as “truly a predator.” Although the rapper was acquitted of certain counts, Deputy District Attorney Yasmin Fardghassemi highlighted during the trial that the victims were unrelated and that the common factor in their experiences was Walker himself.

Fardghassemi stated that Walker had allegedly lured the victims with promises of career advancement before assaulting them, disregarding their objections. On the other hand, Walker’s attorney, Andrew Flier, argued that his client was innocent and painted as a “monster” by the prosecution. Flier suggested that the victims were driven by a desire for revenge and had willingly made their decisions, portraying Walker as a victim of false promises.

Walker’s career achievements in the entertainment industry were also noted, including his role in the film “Kings” alongside Halle Berry and Daniel Craig, as well as appearances in the BET series “In Contempt” and the film “SuperFly.” However, his legal troubles have significantly affected his professional life.


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