Berry Gordy Height, Weight, Age, Facts & Bio
Berry Gordy is an American music executive, songwriter, and record producer best known as the founder of Motown Records. He transformed the sound of popular music and helped launch legends like Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, and Michael Jackson. His business vision and cultural impact made him one of the most important figures in entertainment history.
Born in Detroit, Gordy built Motown into a global force with a talent-first approach and polished crossover sound. He later expanded into film, publishing, and other ventures, leaving a lasting legacy in music and Black entrepreneurship.
Berry Gordy’s Career Highlights & Facts
- Motown Records founder
- Hitsville U.S.A. creator
- Songwriter for early Smokey Robinson hits
- Launched The Supremes, The Temptations, Marvin Gaye, and more
- Produced Lady Sings the Blues
- Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Detroit-born entertainment pioneer
Berry Gordy Name, Birth and Family
Birthdate
November 28, 1929
Nickname
Berry
Zodiac sign
Sagittarius
Spouse
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Relationship
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Parents
Berry Gordy Sr.; Bertha Fuller Gordy
Siblings
8 siblings
Berry Gordy’s Career and Wealth
Occupation
Music executive, songwriter, record producer, entrepreneur, film producer
Years active
1953–present
Estimated net worth
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Education
Northeastern High School; University of Michigan, under review
Movies
- Lady Sings the Blues
- The Last Dragon
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Debuts
Music publishing; 1953
Awards
- Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
- Songwriters Hall of Fame
- National Medal of Arts
Agency
Motown Records
Associated with
Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5
Berry Gordy’s Personal Profile
Ethnicity
African-American
Nationality
American
Religion
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Residence
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Eye color
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Hair color
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Sexual orientation
Straight
Body type
Average
Body sizes
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Distinctives
Motown founder; music industry pioneer
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Dress sizes
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Shoe size
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Favorite phone brand
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Favorite actor/actress
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Favorite foods
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Favorite destination
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Social media links
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