Biography
Who is Robin Thicke?
Early life and family
Robin Thicke was born in Los Angeles, California, on March 10, 1977. His mother is the singer and actress Gloria Loring, while his father is the actor Alan Thicke. His parents were both involved in the entertainment industry, with his father known for his role on the television sitcom Growing Pains. They divorced when Robin was seven years old.
He grew up with an older brother named Brennan and a younger half-brother named Carter. During his youth, Robin appeared in small roles on several television programs, including The Wonder Years and Growing Pains. He attended Montclair College Preparatory School during his education.
Musical beginnings and songwriting
Before finding success as a solo artist, he worked as a songwriter and producer for other musicians. He wrote songs for R&B artist Brian McKnight and helped create tracks for performers like Brandy, 3T, and Christina Aguilera. His early work with McKnight helped him connect with industry figures like Jimmy Iovine.
By the age of 16, he signed a contract with Interscope Records. This led to the 2002 release of his debut studio album, A Beautiful World. While the album was not a major commercial success, it helped establish his presence in the music industry as a producer and songwriter.
Career highlights and albums
In 2005, he signed with Star Trak Entertainment, a label owned by Pharrell Williams. His second album, The Evolution of Robin Thicke, released in 2006, became a commercial success. The record reached number five on the Billboard 200 and featured the hit single Lost Without U.
He continued releasing music with albums such as Something Else in 2008 and Sex Therapy: The Session in 2009. His sixth studio album, Blurred Lines, was released in 2013 and reached the top of the Billboard 200 and the UK Albums Chart. The title track became one of the best-selling singles ever and earned a diamond certification from the RIAA.
Television and recent work
Outside of his recording career, Robin Thicke has appeared on television in various capacities. Since 2019, he has served as a panelist on the Fox musical competition program The Masked Singer. He also took on a new role as a band leader for the show Name That Tune in 2026.
His musical style spans several genres, including soul, contemporary R&B, and blue-eyed soul. Throughout his career, he has remained a prominent figure in both the recording industry and television entertainment.
Birthday and age
Robin Thicke was born on March 10, 1977, which makes Robin 49 years old today. That birthday falls under the Pisces sign. Robin shares the date with 33 other famous people.
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