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”

It wouldn't be wrong to describe every co-host on the Rickey Smiley Morning Show as multitalented individuals, and now it looks like Special K has a great idea for how to profit off the skills of his on-air coworkers. 

Today's "Hot Spot" report includes the response from gossip blogger Tasha K following her loss to Cardi B in a defamation lawsuit, in addition to the petition D.A.R.E. has made to cancel the hit HBO series 'Euphoria.'

Jeannie Mai and Jeezy have officially revealed the gender of their newborn, and "Gary's Tea" has all the details!

The "Hot Spot" is particularly spicy today, especially with news that Jennie Nguyen, a star from Bravo's hit reality series 'The Real Housewives of Salt Lake City,' is now unemployed after recently getting exposed for racist behavior online.

Da Brat opens up about what it's like being in close cahoots with the "elusive chanteuse" known as Mariah Carey, in addition to sharing a few entertaining and possibly surprising stories regarding their decades-spanning friendship. 

Jeff Johnson dedicates his "3 Things" today to actress Regina King's late son that recently died as a result of suicide by highlighting the importance of staying up on mental and emotional health, particularly when it comes to Black men. 

66,000 private student loans are being canceled and Jni Thornton is explaining if you're included.

Today we had an interesting discussion for the "What's Trending" report to share our opinions after a full year under the Biden-Harris Administration.

Black Tony is one of our most beloved "employees" here at RSMS, but something was a bit off when it came to him making it to work today. We say that because, well, he called in to tell us that he, umm...died!

Da Brat has some interesting celebrity news updates in today's "Hot Spot" report, including the handful of entertainers that received nominations for the 2022 NAACP Image Awards and the unfortunate passing of renowned fashion editor Andre Leon Talley.

Dr. Collier makes his weekly stop by the show for another edition of "Health Update," this time providing helpful information and also taking calls in regards to the new at-home COVID-19 test that are being mailed out to households for free.

President Joe Biden made a rather interesting comparison between the murders of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and George Floyd, which gave our guy Jeff Johnson a serious urge to address for today's "3 Things."