Berry Gordy Jr.
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About
Motown Records founder known for his production and songwriting work with The Supremes and Stevie Wonder. He also worked with The Jackson 5, The Four Tops, and Marvin Gaye.
Before Fame
He dropped out of high school and trained to be a professional boxer.
Trivia
He and his sister Gwen wrote "Reet Petite" and numerous other hit songs.
Family Life
He was married to Thelma Coleman, Grace Eaton, and Ray Singleton and had a relationship with Diana Ross. He has a total of eight children.
Associated With
He is distantly related to former U.S. president Jimmy Carter.
