History of Tony Robbins in Timeline

Tony Robbins is a renowned American self-help author, coach, and motivational speaker. He's famous for his high-energy seminars and influential self-help books like 'Unlimited Power' and 'Awaken the Giant Within.' Robbins focuses on empowering individuals to unlock their potential, achieve peak performance, and transform their lives through strategies related to mindset, communication, and personal development. His work encompasses areas like leadership, business mastery, and wealth creation, solidifying his position as a prominent figure in the self-improvement industry.

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February 29, 1960: Anthony Robbins Born

On February 29, 1960, Anthony Jay Robbins (né Mahavoric) was born. He would later become a well-known American author, coach, and motivational speaker, famous for his self-help books and seminars.

1984: Fathered a Child with Liz Acosta

In 1984, Tony Robbins fathered a child, Jairek Robbins, with his former girlfriend Liz Acosta. Jairek also became a personal empowerment coach and trainer.

1984: Married Rebecca Jenkins

In 1984, Tony Robbins married Rebecca Jenkins, whom he met at a seminar. He adopted her three children from previous marriages.

1985: Alleged Molestation at SuperCamp

In 1985, Tony Robbins allegedly molested a teenage girl while working as a "star speaker" at SuperCamp in Southern California, according to a BuzzFeed News report published in November 2019. The article claimed there were at least two eyewitnesses to the event.

1991: Founded Anthony Robbins Foundation

In 1991, Tony Robbins founded the Anthony Robbins Foundation to support young people, homeless individuals, hungry individuals, the elderly, and imprisoned people.

May 1995: Settlement with the Federal Trade Commission

In May 1995, Robbins Research International (RRI) settled with the Federal Trade Commission over alleged violations of the agency's Franchise Rule. RRI agreed to pay $221,260 in consumer redress without admitting any legal violations.

1998: Divorced Rebecca Jenkins

In 1998, Tony Robbins and Rebecca Jenkins filed for divorce, ending their marriage.

2000: Lawsuit Filed by Wade Cook

In 2000, Wade Cook sued Tony Robbins for allegedly using copyrighted terms from Cook's book Wall Street Money Machine in his seminars. A jury initially awarded Cook $655,900, but the case was later settled for an undisclosed amount.

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October 2001: Married Bonnie Sage Humphrey

In October 2001, Tony Robbins married Bonnie Sage Humphrey, now known as Bonnie Sage Robbins. They reside in Manalapan, Florida.

July 2010: NBC Debuted Breakthrough with Tony Robbins

In July 2010, NBC debuted Breakthrough with Tony Robbins, a reality show featuring Robbins helping participants overcome personal challenges. However, it was canceled after just two episodes due to low viewership.

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March 2012: OWN Network Picked Up Breakthrough

In March 2012, the OWN Network picked up the show Breakthrough with Tony Robbins for another season, starting with re-runs of the original season.

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April 2012: Co-hosting Oprah's Lifeclass

In April 2012, Tony Robbins began co-hosting Oprah's Lifeclass on the OWN Network, expanding his presence in the self-help and motivational speaking arena.

July 2012: Fire-walking Incident

In July 2012, the San Jose Mercury News reported that several people were burned and hospitalized during one of Tony Robbins' fire-walking events on July 19, 2012. The incident led to widespread media coverage and some controversy, with Robbins disputing aspects of the reports.

2013: Disclosed Acromegaly Diagnosis

In a 2013 interview with Playboy magazine, Tony Robbins disclosed that he had been diagnosed with acromegaly at age 31, but declined his doctor's recommendation for brain surgery.

December 2014: Filming of Date with Destiny

In December 2014, filmmaker Joe Berlinger filmed Tony Robbins' "Date with Destiny" event in Boca Raton, Florida, which later became the basis for the documentary Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru.

2014: Donated Profits from Money: Master the Game

In 2014, Tony Robbins donated the profits from his book, Money: Master the Game, along with a personal donation, through Feeding America to provide meals to people in need. He also works with Spring Health to provide fresh water in rural eastern India.

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2014: Joined Los Angeles Football Club

In 2014, Tony Robbins joined a group of investors to acquire rights to launch a Major League Soccer franchise in Los Angeles, known as the Los Angeles Football Club.

2015: Production of I Am Not Your Guru

In 2015, filmmaker Joe Berlinger directed and produced the documentary Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru, which focused on the Tony Robbins event "Date with Destiny."

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March 2016: Premiere of I Am Not Your Guru at South by Southwest

In March 2016, the documentary Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru premiered at the South by Southwest film festival.

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June 24, 2016: Fire-walking Incident in Dallas

On June 24, 2016, reports surfaced that dozens were burned and needed medical attention after attempting a fire walk at a Tony Robbins seminar in Dallas, Texas. Robbins' organization downplayed the severity, stating that only a few participants requested examination beyond on-site assistance.

July 15, 2016: Release of I Am Not Your Guru on Netflix

On July 15, 2016, the documentary Tony Robbins: I Am Not Your Guru, directed by Joe Berlinger, was released on Netflix. The film follows the "Date with Destiny" event filmed in Boca Raton, Florida, in December 2014.

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2016: Purchased Team Liquid

In 2016, Tony Robbins partnered with Peter Guber and Ted Leonsis to purchase Team Liquid, an eSports professional gaming organization.

2018: Los Angeles Football Club Entered Competition

In 2018, the Los Angeles Football Club, co-owned by Tony Robbins, began competing in Major League Soccer.

May 2019: BuzzFeed Investigation

In May 2019, BuzzFeed News published an investigation detailing accusations of sexual harassment against Tony Robbins, including groping fans and exposing himself to assistants. Robbins denied the allegations.

November 2019: BuzzFeed Allegations of Molestation

In November 2019, BuzzFeed News published a six-part article accusing Tony Robbins of molesting a teenage girl in 1985 during his time as a "star speaker" at SuperCamp, an elite summer camp in southern California.