Robinson was born in Kentucky, grew up in Augusta, Georgia, and later moved to Atlanta. While attending the University of Georgia, Robinson signed a recording contract with Motown Records, although the label never issued any of his material.

Moving to Los Angeles and touring to acting, Robinson gained a starring role in the TV series Power Rangers Lightspeed Rescue as Joel Rawlings, the Green Ranger. After the end of the series, he appeared in such films as Fat Albert, and Mimic: Sentinel. Robinson also appeared in such television series as American Dreams, Monk, and Over There.

Most recently, Robinson appears in the supporting role of C.C. White in the film adaptation of the Broadway musical Dreamgirls. The film includes a Robinson-led version of the Dreamgirls song "Family".

Comedians, Entertainers, Black Heritage, Humorists, Standup Comedy, Humorous, Celebrity Comedy,