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”

A Georgia principal was fired for making racist remarks at graduation. She then backpedaled and said, “the devil made her do it.” Well, for the first time in history, we have Satan on the line. Listen to the audio player to hear our conversation with the devil himself about his part in this controversial story! Sign […]

Maybe this is the reason Bow Wow and Erica Mena didn’t get married yet. He wants to still live with his mom after they tie the knot! Listen to the audio player to hear why this might be a deal-breaker for the former reality star! Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Listen to “The Rickey Smiley Morning […]

Rickey Smiley never takes Kiki anywhere and she’s starting to think he’s embarrassed by her. Well, he is! Listen to the audio player to hear him explain why he doesn’t feel comfortable taking her out! Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Listen to “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” weekdays from 6-10 a.m. EST! RELATED: Why Kiki Needs Iyanla Vanzant […]

The Knowles-Carter family haven’t been quiet about their support for victims of police brutality, and now they’re dedicating songs to the victims and their families. Solange…

Getting over a relationship is hard enough, but it’s harder when there’s a child involved. Listen to the audio player to hear our relationship expert, Spirit discuss effective ways to get over your ex and co-parent the right way. Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Get more of our hot interviews here and listen to “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” […]

It’s nothing worse than your date being on their phone the entire time. Listen to the audio player to hear how our caller’s first date was ruined by this very thing. The woman admitted she was wrong and now she’s trying to redeem herself. Find out if her date will give her another chance! Sign […]

Rickey Smiley hasn’t seen his high school principal since he graduated, but he reconnected with him the other night and brought him on the show. Listen to the audio player to hear him discuss what kind of student Rickey was and a hilarious story about setting him straight! Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Listen to “The Rickey Smiley Morning […]

Tika Sumpter kissed a girl, and she doesn’t get what the big deal is. The stunning actress will be starring alongside Queen Latifah in HBO’s Bessie Smith biopic, Bessie, as one of the legendary singer’s lovers, Lucille.   Sign Up For Our Newsletter!   It’s the first time that she’s ever played the love interest for […]

Porsha Williams caught up with Nicholas Sparks, Scott Eastwood and Britt Robertson from “The Longest Ride.” The film is about a love story, so she got the cast to open up and reveal their most romantic moments! Sign Up For Our Newsletter! Watch the video to hear the most romantic things they’ve done or had […]