Smokey Robinson and Halle Bailey Celebrate Motown Legacy in NBC Holiday Special
The duo co-hosts 'A Motown Christmas,' featuring performances from iconic Motown artists and modern stars, airing tonight on NBC.
- Smokey Robinson, 84, and Halle Bailey, 24, bridge generations as co-hosts of 'A Motown Christmas,' a festive special honoring the historic record label's impact.
- The show will include over 25 performances of Motown classics like 'My Girl,' 'Superstition,' and 'Stop (In the Name of Love),' alongside holiday favorites.
- Featured performers include Gladys Knight, The Temptations, Andra Day, Jamie Foxx, Jordin Sparks, and more, with a live band led by Emmy-winning musical director Rickey Minor.
- Bailey, known for her role in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid,' shares her personal connection to Motown music, performing a medley of Supremes hits during the show.
- Robinson reflects on Motown's enduring legacy, emphasizing its universal appeal and influence on future generations of musicians and fans.