Industry Apr 23, 2026
Smokey Robinson Defamation Claim Dismissed in Sexual Assault Case
A judge says there isn’t sufficient evidence for the Motown legend’s accusers to face defamation liability. It’s not a ruling on the veracity of the rape claims.
Originally published by
Billboard
A judge has dismissed defamation claims made by Smokey Robinson against his accusers in a sexual assault lawsuit. The judge found insufficient evidence to hold the accusers liable for defamation. This ruling does not address the validity of the original sexual assault allegations. Originally reported by Billboard.