Smokey Robinson is an American singer, songwriter, record producer, and former record executive director.

He has played an essential role in the entertainment industry, especially in music, since the early ’50s.

Smokey began his career as the frontman of the R&B group The Miracles, alongside Warren “Pete” Moore, and Ronnie White.

In 1957, the group started working with songwriter Berry Gordy, who helped them release their first records under two different labels, End Records and Chase Records.

However, when Gordy founded Tamla Record, later renamed Motown Records, The Miracles was the first act he signed. That same year, Claudette Rogers joined the group as the only female vocalist.

Does Smokey Robinson have grandkids? How many grandchildren does Smokey Robinson have?

He married Claudette Rogers in November 1959, two years after she joined The Miracles in 1957.

Smokey Robinson has two children with his ex-wife, Claudette Rogers; Tamla Robinson and Berry Robinson, and one with Kandi, Trey Robinson.

He is also blessed with three grandchildren; Lyric, Alexis and Thomas.

Lyric is the child of Tamla Robinson, while Berry Robinson is the father of the twins, Alexis and Thomas.