Robinson and his wife Frances claim the accusations are false and threaten their reputation, seeking to dismiss the plaintiffs' anonymous lawsuit.
Smokey Robinson Launches $500 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against Sexual Assault Accusers
Smokey Robinson Launches $500 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against Sexual Assault Accusers
Motown Icon Challenges Allegations, Calling Them "Fabricated" and "Extortionate"
In a significant legal move, legendary Motown artist Smokey Robinson has initiated a staggering $500 million defamation lawsuit against four former housekeepers who allege he sexually assaulted them. The lawsuit, filed on Wednesday in California by Robinson and his wife Frances, contends that the women have fabricated their accusations as part of a malicious and extortionate scheme.
Robinson’s legal team argues that the women, who filed their claims anonymously, misrepresented a relationship that involved mutual friendship and familial interactions. The couple allegedly enjoyed vacations together and shared holiday celebrations, further asserting that they treated the plaintiffs with kindness and generosity rather than misconduct.
Robinson has denied all allegations, which he claims are attempting to tarnish his reputation and financially exploit him. His lawyer maintains that those pursuing the claims are motivated by financial gain. In a related effort, Robinson's attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss the plaintiffs' lawsuit due to their anonymity, arguing it should not have been permitted.
The accusers, identified only as Jane Doe 1, 2, 3, and 4, launched their lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court on May 6, alleging that Robinson pressured them into sex on multiple occasions starting in 2006. They claim their delay in coming forward was due to fears of losing jobs, familial backlash, and potential impacts on their immigration status.
The women are seeking damages of at least $50 million and a jury trial. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has commenced its own probe into the allegations, a development that Robinson has welcomed as an opportunity for the truth to emerge.
Having made his mark in the music industry and being a defining figure in Motown, Smokey Robinson is celebrated for writing iconic hits, including Mary Wells' “My Guy” and The Temptations' “My Girl.” Beyond his extensive catalog, he holds prestigious memberships in both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, boasting songwriting credits on over 4,000 songs.
Robinson’s legal team argues that the women, who filed their claims anonymously, misrepresented a relationship that involved mutual friendship and familial interactions. The couple allegedly enjoyed vacations together and shared holiday celebrations, further asserting that they treated the plaintiffs with kindness and generosity rather than misconduct.
Robinson has denied all allegations, which he claims are attempting to tarnish his reputation and financially exploit him. His lawyer maintains that those pursuing the claims are motivated by financial gain. In a related effort, Robinson's attorneys have filed a motion to dismiss the plaintiffs' lawsuit due to their anonymity, arguing it should not have been permitted.
The accusers, identified only as Jane Doe 1, 2, 3, and 4, launched their lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court on May 6, alleging that Robinson pressured them into sex on multiple occasions starting in 2006. They claim their delay in coming forward was due to fears of losing jobs, familial backlash, and potential impacts on their immigration status.
The women are seeking damages of at least $50 million and a jury trial. Meanwhile, the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has commenced its own probe into the allegations, a development that Robinson has welcomed as an opportunity for the truth to emerge.
Having made his mark in the music industry and being a defining figure in Motown, Smokey Robinson is celebrated for writing iconic hits, including Mary Wells' “My Guy” and The Temptations' “My Girl.” Beyond his extensive catalog, he holds prestigious memberships in both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame, boasting songwriting credits on over 4,000 songs.
