Motown Live is an American television series showcasing live performances by music artists in the areas of rhythm & blues, hip hop, and popular music. The show had 13 episodes from 1998-1999.
The show was hosted by
Robert Townsend and
Montell Jordan. The format featured several Motown Live Dancers opening and closing the show, and backup artists. The show included some
comedy sketches
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between artist appearances.
Ricky Minor (current music director for ''
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'') was music and house band director.
Motown Live Dancers included
Lisa Joann Thompson,
Faune Chambers
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Career
Chambers has had roles in the films ''White Chicks'' (2004 ...
,
Carmit Bachar
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, and
Kevin Stea
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.
The show was in syndication until 2000 and was distributed by Universal Worldwide Television.
Cast
* Donielle Artese, Motown Live Dancer
*
Carmit Bachar
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, Motown Live Dancer
* Joe Blount
*
Faune Chambers
Faune Alecia Chambers is an American actress and dancer, best known for her roles in the films ''White Chicks'' (2004), ''Bring It On Again'' (2004) and ''Epic Movie'' (2007).
Career
Chambers has had roles in the films ''White Chicks'' (2004 ...
, Motown Live Dancer
*
Montell Jordan
*
Kevin Stea
Kevin Alexander Stea (born October 17, 1969) is an American dancer, choreographer, actor, singer, director and model. He has worked as a dancer and choreographer with a number of high-profile artists, including Madonna, Lady Gaga and Michael Jac ...
, Motown Live Dancer
*
Lisa Joann Thompson, Motown Live Dancer
*
Robert Townsend
References
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1990s American music television series
1990s American variety television series
1998 American television series debuts
1999 American television series endings
Fox Broadcasting Company original programming
Television series by Universal Television