RSMS Interviews
It was all love, laughter, and legacy when The Rickey Smiley Morning Show honored media mogul Cathy Hughes for Urban One’s 45th anniversary. The groundbreaking founder joined Rickey Smiley live on air to celebrate the milestone and reflect on four and a half decades of transforming how Black stories are told in radio, television, and […]
DeVon Franklin is celebrating a major milestone this week with the release of his latest project, Ruth and Boaz, now streaming on Netflix. The film, which blends faith, love, and authenticity, is already generating buzz, and Franklin sat down with The Rickey Smiley Morning Show crew to talk about the journey behind it. Text “RICKEY” […]
The Rickey Smiley Morning Show welcomed one of gospel music’s most dynamic voices, Tye Tribbett, for a spirited interview that blended testimony, laughter, and a little bit of music history. Rickey introduced him as not only a Grammy-winning artist but also one of the most electrifying performers in gospel today—an artist whose songs regularly fuel […]
Tamron Hall is kicking off another milestone season, and she’s bringing her signature charm everywhere she goes. The Emmy Award-winning journalist and talk show host joined The Rickey Smiley Morning Show this week to talk about the premiere of season seven of The Tamron Hall Show, which launched September 8. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to […]
Tisha Campbell brought her signature warmth and humor when she sat down with Rock-T and Alfredas for an unforgettable interview that covered everything from her iconic roles to her latest ventures in stand-up comedy and film. With a career spanning more than four decades, she’s seen the evolution of the entertainment industry firsthand and remains […]
Two decades after changing the game with Thug Motivation 101, Jeezy—aka The Snowman—joined The Rickey Smiley Morning Show to reflect on an album that helped define trap music and on his own journey since its 2005 release. Rickey Smiley kicked things off with a rousing introduction: “Ladies and gentlemen, the legend himself, Young Jeezy in […]
Atlanta’s own crunk legends, Crime Mob, stopped by The Rickey Smiley Morning Show and brought their signature energy with them as they reminisced on their journey, cleared up reunion rumors, and shared what’s next—including their upcoming performance on Tom Joyner’s Fantastic Voyage cruise. The crew—Princess, Lil’ Jay, MIG, Money Blac, and more—showed nothing but love […]
Kevin Ross, the Grammy-nominated singer, songwriter, and producer, recently stopped by The Rickey Smiley Morning Show for a lively and heartfelt interview with Rickey, Da Brat, Gary, and Alfredas. Known for penning hits for artists like Trey Songz, Jamie Foxx, and Toni Braxton, Ross joined the crew to talk about his journey as an independent […]
Tyrese gives details on his upcoming performance aboard the Tom Joyner Foundation Fantastic Voyage, the joys and challenges of fatherhood, and an intriguing glimpse into the current trajectory of his illustrious singing career.
The 2025 BET Awards Media House was absolutely buzzing as host Shamea Morton welcomed two of Georgia’s finest: Gail Bean and Isaiah John, best known for their roles in the hit series Snowfall. Joining the lively chat was Gary With Da Tea, and the banter was instant! Gail, representing the Southside, and Isaiah, an Atlanta […]
The 2025 BET Awards Media House was buzzing with energy as host Shamea Morton welcomed Gillie Da Kid and Wallace Peeples, the dynamic duo behind the MILLION $ WORTH OF GAME podcast, alongside the artist N3W YRK LA. Shamea expressed her admiration for their podcast, a sentiment echoed by Gary, who comically wished he had […]
Comedy icon George Willborn joined Rickey Smiley, Da Brat, and Gary on the morning show. Known for his honest wit, Willborn discussed his long career, reminisced about early days, and offered his unique take on everything from pop culture to hair loss. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive […]
