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The tragic case of Sonya Massey reached a pivotal moment this week after an Illinois jury found former Sangamon County sheriff’s deputy Sean Grayson guilty of second-degree murder. The 31-year-old officer fatally shot Massey in July 2024 after responding to her 911 call about a possible intruder at her Springfield home. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 […]
Musician Kevin Ross is bringing his engaging live show to the Raleigh Improv tonight for “Smooth Jazz at the Improv,” with the performance beginning at 7:30 p.m. In an interview with Karen Clark, Ross shared his excitement for the event and his approach to connecting with his audience. “I’m there to get active with you, […]
When it comes to giving flowers, Queen Latifah doesn’t hold back — especially for women pushing hip-hop forward. During her visit to The Jennifer Hudson Show, the Grammy-winning rapper and actress had nothing but praise for Megan Thee Stallion, calling her “so cool, so fun, so very talented and strong in her spot.” Text “RICKEY” […]
Janet Hubert is heading back to Bel-Air. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air star, who played the beloved original Aunt Viv in the first three seasons of the sitcom, is experiencing a full-circle moment and joining the final season of the show’s remake, Bel-Air. According to Deadline, Hubert will play a character connected to Hilary Banks […]
Morris Chestnut says that he has fond memories of his time working with the late Malcolm-Jamal Warner when the two actors starred on the Fox medical show The Resident. Warner was a regular on the show when Chestnut joined in Season 3. He told People that their working relationship was cordial from the start. “He […]
Song streamings for late R&B icon D’Angelo skyrocket as fans and music lovers alike revisit the singer’s soulful discography weeks after his death. According to Billboard, D’Angelo’s catalog has reached 16.1 million streams in the U.S. for the week of Oct. 10-16, surging 796% from the previous week’s total of 1.8 million streams. The three […]
Pastor Jamal Bryant is taking a different approach to giving this season. Rather than asking his congregation for financial offerings, the New Birth Church leader is calling on members to bring canned food and pantry items to church every Sunday in November. His decision comes as many families face financial strain caused by the ongoing […]
Paul Pierce is now facing criminal charges following his recent arrest in Los Angeles. The retired NBA legend was taken into custody earlier this month after police say they found him asleep behind the wheel of his Range Rover on the 101 freeway in the San Fernando Valley. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley […]
Will we be seated for this? Lena Waithe opened up about a new movie she is developing, and will star Issa Rae.
Sean “Diddy” Combs’ official release date from prison has been set. According to the Bureau of Prisons, the 55-year-old rapper and producer is scheduled to walk free on May 8, 2028 after serving just over four years in federal custody. Combs, who is currently being held at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Brooklyn, learned earlier […]
Tyler Perry has once again shown his generosity and unwavering faith by donating $100,000 to Bishop Marvin Winans’ Perfecting Church in Detroit. The filmmaker’s gesture comes as the church faces criticism following a viral video that ignited widespread conversation about how churches handle money and maintain transparency with their members. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to […]
Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs’ release date from federal prison for prostitution-related convictions has been revealed. According to News Nation, records from the Bureau of Prisons list, Combs is expected to be released from a federal prison in May 2028. His release date could come sooner with “good conduct” time earned while serving his sentence. Combs, a […]
