Smokey Robinson Responds to Sexual Assault Allegations, Calls Them False

Smokey Robinson, the iconic Motown artist, has refuted sexual assault allegations raised by four ex-employees in a lawsuit, labeling the claims as false and intended to extract money from him. His legal team emphasizes that the evidence will support his innocence and aims to dismiss the lawsuit.

Motown legend Smokey Robinson has found himself in the midst of serious controversy after several former employees leveled allegations of sexual assault against him. In a lawsuit filed on Tuesday, four women, who worked as housekeepers for Robinson, accused the iconic singer-songwriter of sexual battery, false imprisonment, and various labor violations, including rape.

Robinson's legal representative, Christopher Frost, responded to the accusations, describing them as "vile" and “false”. In his statement to the BBC, Frost asserted that the case is an attempt to exploit Robinson, an 85-year-old American icon, out of $50 million. “As this case progresses, the evidence will show this is simply an ugly method of trying to extract money,” he said.

Known as one of Motown's first hitmakers, Robinson penned several classic tracks, including Mary Wells' "My Guy" and the Temptations' legendary "My Girl." His contributions to the music industry earned him spots in both the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. Over his impressive career, he has received credits on upwards of 4,000 songs.

The legal complaint also implicates Robinson's second wife, Frances. The lawsuit claims that she contributed to a hostile work environment and failed to intervene during Robinson's alleged misconduct. The plaintiffs, identified only as Jane Doe 1, 2, 3, and 4, described incidents of alleged pressure to engage in sexual acts dating back to 2006.

Due to fears of losing their jobs and negative repercussions on their family and immigration status, the women stated they had hesitated to come forward until now. They are seeking damages of at least $50 million and have requested a jury trial. Importantly, no criminal charges have been filed against Robinson, and no police reports have been documented regarding the allegations.

Following the lawsuit's announcement, the women's legal team conducted a press conference, accusing Robinson of being a "serial and sick rapist" who needs to be held accountable. In response, Robinson's legal team criticized this approach, calling it a "bizarre" strategy aimed at rallying public opinion against him.

Frost indicated that a legal response would follow soon and urged the public to reserve judgment until all evidence is presented. He reassured that they would seek to dismiss the lawsuit while also addressing any overstepping in the public statements made by the plaintiffs' attorneys.