About Rickey Smiley Morning Show

Comedian. Television host. Movie Star. Top-rated syndicated Radio Personality. Father of 6. For over 20 years. Rickey Smiley is one of the most beloved performers in American media, earning a reputation for delivering boundless laughter on-air, on-stage, and on-screen. Every morning, millions of Americans in nearly 60 cities listen to Rickey Smiley and his 6 outrageous cast members on “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show.” His interviews with major celebrities, social political awareness and trademark prank phone calls have made Smiley one of the most listened to radio personalities in history. Rickey Smiley’s down home southern humor, opting to use insight rather than vulgarity to get laughs, is at the core of his success. His audiences are treated to such original characters as “Mrs. Bernice Jenkins”, “Lil’ Darrl,” “Joe Willie” and “Beauford.” Smiley is known for his clean comedic style and his reputation to sell out venues across the country. To movie audiences, Smiley is best known for “All About The Benjamins” and “Friday After Next”. He’s recorded 8 best selling CDs including iTunes #1 Best Selling Comedy Album, “Rickey Smiley- Prank Calls Number 6”. On television he”s hosted BET’s “Open Casket Sharp” and “Comic View”, appeared on “Showtime At The Apollo,” “Uptown Comedy Club”, HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam”and “Snaps”. Smiley graduated from Alabama State University, became KBFB’s (Dallas) morning show personality in 2004, and soon moved his show to WHTA Atlanta. When not performing, Smiley is the ultimate devoted father, single-handedly raising 6 kids, the subject of a soon to be released parenting book. QUOTE: “Success is when preparation meets opportunity”

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Unexpected Interviews with LaTocha, Rocky, and Kandi Get Heated

Xscape’s LaTocha Scott (along with husband Rocky Bivens) and Kandi Burress join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show for an unexpected interview and things get heated on-air! An impromptu visit from Latocha Scott ensues after she, from a next door studio, gets word of Gary’s Tea and his reports about the money and mistress scandals. Scott, […]

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Porsha Williams Teases “Real Housewives of Atlanta” Return [LISTEN]

After denying accusations of running from relationship criticism, Porsha hints about a possible return to The Real Housewives franchise. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). On Bravo’s Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen, Porsha appeared with Gizelle Bryant to discuss their recent […]

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Firearm Fatalities Named Leading Cause of Death Among Children [WATCH]

Firearm fatalities have recently been declared as the leading cause of death among children, researchers say.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-qFv13HTSK0 In 2020, gun related incidents surpassed auto accidents as the no. 1 killer. Data shows that these types of fatalities are responsible for 19% of child deaths, between the ages of 1 and 18, in the U.S. Actress […]

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HBCU U-KNOW: Morgan State’s Valerie Thomas is the Mother of 3D [LISTEN]

Let’s head down to Morgan State University to highlight American data scientist and inventor Valerie Thomas! Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). During her matriculation at MSU, she was one of only 2 women majoring in physics. Post graduation, she began her career […]

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Gary’s Tea: Malia Ann (Obama) Rocks A New Name and New Look

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama’s eldest daughter is said to be redefining her personal brand with a new name and new look! Malia, 23, first stole the hearts of America after her father was elected 44th U.S. President. The country has witnessed many of her milestones over the years, including graduating from […]