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November 28, 1929

Berry Gordy Born

Born November 28, 1929, Berry Gordy founded the most successful Black-owned record label in history. Motown Records produced hit after hit with artists like Diana Ross, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, and Michael Jackson, creating a uniquely American sound that crossed racial boundaries.

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People: Berry Gordy
Sources
1. Berry Gordy Jr. Biography — The Motown Museum2. Berry Gordy Jr. - Biography — The Library of Congress

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