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LA Judge Dismisses Robinson Defamation Claims, Abuse Suit Persists

4/24/2026

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Los Angeles Judge Kevin C. Brazile dismissed Smokey Robinson’s defamation counterclaims.
The ruling covered only defamation, leaving sexual-assault allegations unresolved.
Robinson’s $500 million countersuit survives on claims the women deleted evidence and stole property.
The May 2025 suit alleges four housekeepers sued for $50 million over 2007-2024 abuse, a criminal probe is active with no charges, and a trial is set for 2027.

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Los Angeles Judge Kevin C. Brazile dismissed Smokey Robinson’s defamation counterclaims.
The ruling covered only defamation, leaving sexual-assault allegations unresolved.
Robinson’s $500 million countersuit survives on claims the women deleted evidence and stole property.
The May 2025 suit alleges four housekeepers sued for $50 million over 2007-2024 abuse, a criminal probe is active with no charges, and a trial is set for 2027.