The lawsuit, filed in California by Robinson and his wife Frances, claims that the accusations are "false and extremely damaging." The Robinsons assert that the women, who remain anonymous in their allegations, previously enjoyed family vacations and holidays with them, indicating a close relationship. Smokey Robinson, now under criminal investigation in Los Angeles regarding the allegations, adamantly denies all claims and suggests that the accusations are motivated by financial gain.
Additionally, the singer's legal team has filed a motion to dismiss the accusers' lawsuit, contending they should not have been granted anonymity. In their court filing, the Robinsons emphasize that they treated the plaintiffs with kindness and respect, stating, "The Robinsons did not abuse, harm, or take advantage of plaintiffs."
The four women, who filed their lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court in May under pseudonyms Jane Doe 1, 2, 3, and 4, recount alleged incidents dating back to 2006, claiming Mr. Robinson pressured them into sexual activities. Although they feared potential repercussions for coming forward, including job loss and immigration issues, they are pursuing at least $50 million in damages and a jury trial.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has since begun investigating the allegations, which Mr. Robinson welcomed as a chance to reveal the truth. Known as one of Motown's iconic figures, Smokey Robinson has penned numerous hit songs and is a celebrated member of both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
Additionally, the singer's legal team has filed a motion to dismiss the accusers' lawsuit, contending they should not have been granted anonymity. In their court filing, the Robinsons emphasize that they treated the plaintiffs with kindness and respect, stating, "The Robinsons did not abuse, harm, or take advantage of plaintiffs."
The four women, who filed their lawsuit in Los Angeles Superior Court in May under pseudonyms Jane Doe 1, 2, 3, and 4, recount alleged incidents dating back to 2006, claiming Mr. Robinson pressured them into sexual activities. Although they feared potential repercussions for coming forward, including job loss and immigration issues, they are pursuing at least $50 million in damages and a jury trial.
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department has since begun investigating the allegations, which Mr. Robinson welcomed as a chance to reveal the truth. Known as one of Motown's iconic figures, Smokey Robinson has penned numerous hit songs and is a celebrated member of both the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame.
