Smokey Robinson Faces Serious Allegations in Lawsuit from Former Housekeepers
Four former housekeepers sue Smokey Robinson, alleging sexual assault and workplace abuse, with Robinson’s lawyer calling the claims baseless and attempts at extortion.
Robinson is one of the most successful singer-songwriters in pop history, with hits he performed himself – such as US No 1 Tears of a Clown, with his group the Miracles – complemented by those written for others, such as My Guy by Mary Wells, Ain’t That Peculiar by Marvin Gaye and hits by the Temptations including Get Ready and My Girl.
Smokey Robinson denies four housekeepers’ allegations of sexual assault
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Robinson was Motown's first hitmaker, writing number one hits like Mary Wells' My Guy and the Temptations' My Girl.
Smokey Robinson denies 'ugly' sexual assault allegations
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Smokey Robinson's lawyer says rape allegations against him are 'vile' and 'false'
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Smokey Robinson's Lawyer Says Rape Allegations against Him Are 'vile' and 'false'
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Robinson will be responding to the allegations in his own words, but did not specify when.
Smokey Robinson Calls Rape Allegations 'Vile' and 'False'
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Summary
Motown legend Smokey Robinson is facing a lawsuit from four former housekeepers who accuse him of sexual assault, battery, and promoting a hostile work environment. The suit, filed in Los Angeles, claims the women endured multiple assaults between 2007 and 2024. Robinson's lawyer denounces the allegations as 'vile' and claims they are attempts to extort $50 million from the iconic singer. The lawsuit also names Robinson's wife for her alleged role in fostering a damaging work environment. The plaintiffs, fearing retaliation, have been reluctant to come forward, complicating the case further.
Perspectives
Smokey Robinson has denied all allegations against him, asserting that the lawsuit filed by former housekeepers is an attempt to extort money from a cultural icon.
His attorney describes the claims as 'vile' and 'false', emphasizing the need for the evidence to be evaluated carefully as the case progresses.
The accusers, who have come forward under pseudonyms, alleged that they faced multiple forms of assault and violence, but their claims are met with strong denials from Robinson's camp, which questions the credibility of the accusations.