Early Life and Education of Smokey Robinson: A Complete Timeline
Discover the defining moments in the early life of Smokey Robinson. From birth to education, explore key events.
Smokey Robinson is a highly influential American R&B and soul singer, songwriter, and record producer. He achieved fame as the founder and frontman of the Motown vocal group, the Miracles, serving as their chief songwriter and producer from their inception in 1955 until his departure in 1972. During this period, he was pivotal to the Motown sound and the group's success. Following his time with the Miracles, Robinson transitioned to a solo career in 1973 after briefly focusing on his role as vice president at Motown Records. He eventually left Motown in 1999, marking the end of a long and impactful association.
1972: Stopped Eating Red Meat
Since 1972, Smokey Robinson has not eaten red meat.
1974: Separation and Extramarital Affair
In 1974, Smokey and Claudette Robinson separated, during which Smokey had an extramarital affair that inspired the song "The Agony & The Ecstasy".
1984: Birth of son Trey
In 1984, Smokey Robinson had a son named Trey with a woman other than his wife Claudette.
1986: Divorce Finalized
In 1986, Smokey Robinson's divorce from Claudette Robinson was finalized after he admitted to fathering a child with another woman.
May 2002: Marriage to Frances Gladney
In May 2002, Smokey Robinson married Frances Gladney and they own a home in Pittsburgh that they use as a winery.
May 2006: Honorary Doctorate from Howard University
In May 2006, Howard University conferred on Smokey Robinson the degree of Doctor of Music, honoris causa.
2009: Honorary Doctorate from Berklee College of Music
In 2009, Smokey Robinson received an honorary doctorate degree from Berklee College of Music and gave a commencement speech.
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