Little Stevie Wonder (born 1950) Stevie Wonder (born Stevland Hardaway Judkins, May 13, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan) was billed as “Little Stevie Wonder” during his early Motown career as a child prodigy. Blind from infancy, he learned piano, drums, and harmonica young and was signed to Motown at age 11. His breakthrough was “Fingertips – Pt. 2” (1963, No. 1 Hot 100), a live recording featuring his energetic harmonica and youthful vocals, making him the youngest artist to top the charts at 13. Early albums showcased his multi-instrumental talent and youthful exuberance. By the late 1960s, he dropped “Little” and evolved into a mature artist with groundbreaking albums (Music of My Mind, Talking Book, Innervisions) and classics like “Superstition,” “You Are the Sunshine of My Life,” and “Sir Duke.” Wonder has won 25 Grammys, influenced generations, and advocated for social causes. As of 2026 (age 75), he remains active: recent performances include select 2026 dates (e.g., Dubai concert series, U.S. festival appearances), new music teases, and ongoing philanthropy. Inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame (1989), his journey from “Little Stevie” prodigy to global icon defines Motown’s legacy and musical genius.