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Smokey Robinson

Also Credited As: William (Smokey) Robinson, Jr., William Robinson

Birth Place: Detroit, MI, USA

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William "Smokey" Robinson Jr. is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, actor and former record executive director. Robinson was the founder and front man of the Motown vocal group the Miracles, for which he was also chief songwriter and producer. He led the group from its 1955 origins as "the Five Chimes" until 1972, when he announced his retirement from the group to focus on his role as Motown's vice president. However, Robinson returned to the music industry as a solo artist the following year. After the sale of Motown Records in 1988, Robinson left the company in 1990.


Robinson was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 and was awarded the 2016 Library of Congress Gershwin Prize for his lifetime contributions to popular music. In 2022, he was inducted into the Black Music & Entertainment Walk of Fame.

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STAGE CREDITS

Smokey Robinson Plus Jean Carne
[Broadway]
1986
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Writing

Motown the Musical
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Smokey Robinson been in?

Smokey Robinson has appeared on Broadway in 1 shows.

How many West End shows has Smokey Robinson been in?

Smokey Robinson has not appeared in the West End.

How many shows has Smokey Robinson written?

Smokey Robinson has written 1 shows including Motown the Musical (Composer).

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