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” @thersms
The 2014 VMAs came and went, but not without some memorable performance from our favorite artists! From Nicki Minaj’s a**tastic performance of “Anaconda” to Iggy Azalea and Rita Ora’s “Black Widow,” the ladies definitely owned the night.
Within the first hour of the 2014 VMAs, Nicki Minaj hit the stage three times! Not only did she perform her raunchy booty-jam “Anaconda,” the “Pink Print” rapper joined Ariana Grande and Jessie on stage to perform their pop anthem “Bang Bang.” Nick suffered a slight wardrobe malfunction, but carried on like a rock star.
Usher Feat. Nicki Minaj “She Came To Give It To You”
After composing herself, Nicki changed into an all-white ensemble and returned to the stage to perform with Usher.
Iggy Azalea Ft. Rita Ora- “Black Widow”
Iggy Azalea didn’t take home any awards at the 2014 VMAs, but she gained a new following after her performance of “Black Widow” with Rita Ora.
Taylor Swift- “Shake It Off”
Taylor Swift may not be the greatest dancer, but he shook off the haters and performed her pop-tune “Shake It Off” (off-beat dance moves included) with confidence.
