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”

In an unfortunate turn of events, Married to Medicine’s Quad Webb’s great-niece drowned in the backyard pool of her metro-Atlanta home on July 7th. The child, Aryanna “Ari” Rice (daughter of Tamica Webb) was only 3 years old. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR APP AND TAKE US WITH YOU ANYWHERE! According to reports, two men […]

You’ve likely heard of the “Karen Complex”—yes, that Karen—but could you have the “KeKe Complex”? Our licensed professional counselor Yunetta Spring explains the difference between the two, and how you can identify and combat them. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The […]

From seeing people fry eggs on the street to bake bread in mailboxes, social media is constantly reminding us of the uncharted global heat this summer.⁣⁣ Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). Here are tips for beating the heat: Stay hydrated! Drink […]

Some are calling for the cancellation of comedian Jess Hilarious for comments made during a heated internet debate over transphobia and womanhood. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The video was released in response trans television personality and LGBT activist TS Madison […]

Commissioner Alicia Reese creates the first-ever Black Music Walk of Fame outdoor interactive exhibit to grace Cincinnati, Ohio, and she stops by the Rickey Smiley Morning Show to discuss it! Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The Hamilton County Commissioner, also a […]

The Rickey Smiley Morning Show teamed up with Procter & Gamble to broadcast live from the Cincy Music Fest! Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The RSMS cast and Cincinnatians turned the live show into a party with games, dancing, and uncontrollable […]

It looks like Pickleball is picking up! Many celebs have seemed to recently join the ___, with the latest being Drake and Michael B. Jordan as investors. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The ‘____’ rapper, ___, and ‘_____’ actor, ___,_____ on […]

Olympian Lolo Jones, 40, hints that she’s turning to IVF after revealing that she’s still a virgin “killed her love life for good.” Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). In a tearful social media post just days before her 40th birthday, Lolo […]

Ms. Bert’s grandson is dating a Karen, and she’s fed up! The last straw was when she threw out Ms. Bert’s Sunday pot of greens for some kale. Let’s just say…Ms. Bert turned her every which way but loose. Thankfully, Rickey Smiley is going to take her to Piccadilly to cool off. CLICK HERE TO […]

Boosie Badazz announces his plans to donate his daughter’s car (that he purchased) to charity after she ‘set it off’, bashing him on social media. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). This past Saturday, Boosie’s daughter 16-year-old daughter Toriana (known as Tori) […]

There’s speculation that Lori Harvey may be rotating her roster once again. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The model, 26, was seen leaving a restaurant (Bungalows in West Hollywood ) at the same time as Migos rapper Quavo, 32. She and […]

What happened to respecting elders? What happened to the relationship between the older and younger generations? What happened to the family dynamics? See: What’s Trending: What to do When Other People’s Kids Misbehave? [LISTEN] Rickey Smiley unleashes some real talk about parenting (or lack there of), respect, and principles in today’s society. See: [VIDEO] Parents FLIP OUT […]