About The Rickey Smiley Morning Show

Rickey Smiley is the host of the nationally syndicated radio program, \"The Rickey Smiley Morning Show\" and CEO of Breakwind Entertainment. He is known for having made millions laugh for over 27 years. As a celebrated comedian, television host and top-rated nationally-syndicated radio personality, Rickey has earned a reputation for delivering to audiences both on and off stage. With the distinct ability to take everyday observations and turn them into comedic gold, Rickey is one of the few “clean” comics amongst the upper echelon of contemporary comedians. At any given performance, audiences are treated to such original characters as Bernice Jenkins, Lil’ Daryl, Joe Willie and Beauford. In addition, his comedy shows often include a live band, which he often accompanies (he is an accomplished pianist and organist). Rickey has recorded eight best-selling albums, including iTunes #1 best-selling comedy album, “Rickey Smiley: Prank Calls Number 6.” Smiley has hosted BET’s “Open Casket Sharp” and “Comic View,” and has appeared on “Showtime At The Apollo,” “Uptown Comedy Club,” HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam” and “Snaps.” In addition to being featured on \"Dish Nation,\" his nationally syndicated morning radio show can be heard in over 50 markets. Rickey hails from Birmingham, Alabama. He graduated from Woodlawn High School and went on to attend college at Alabama State University in Montgomery, Alabama. Rickey joined forces with Radio One-owned television network, TV One as the star, executive producer and namesake of his own top rated docu-series, “Rickey Smiley For Real.” In its fifth season now, the amusing series features the balancing act of a working radio host, comedian, business mogul, and philanthropist with the joys and pains of being a single father. Continuing to grow his fan base Rickey’s arresting natural talent is best demonstrated in his major feature film roles in urban classics including “All About The Benjamins” and “Friday After Next,” along with his most recent starring turn in the hit romantic comedy “Baggage Claim.” Life off-stage, Rickey is dedicated to empowering and enriching the communities in which he serves daily. This performer has a heart of gold reflected in his burning commitment and ongoing desire to champion underserved communities through The Rickey Smiley Foundation. A non-profit organization founded to help serve underserved communities. Rickey also is an esteemed and honored member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, and Kappa Kappa Psi National Band fraternity. He is the proud father of six children. Gallery Books, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, will publish Smiley\'s first book in the fall of 2017 entitled \"STAND BY YOUR TRUTH: And Then Run for Your Life,\" which is already expected to be a best seller.

Willard Carroll Smith, Sr., the father of actor Will Smith has died. Smith’s ex-wife Sheree Fletcher announced the news in a throwback photo she shared of Smith and his dad with the their son, Trey. https://www.instagram.com/p/BMhOQpUAtCk/?taken-by=shereefletcher&hl=en   Will and Fletcher were married from 1992 to 1995 and welcomed Trey, now 23, in November 1992. https://www.instagram.com/p/BJ3EKzohPol/?taken-by=shereefletcher&hl=en   Our prayers […]

Outside of acting Jenifer Lewis has most recently been known for her ability to take an otherwise normal sentence or phrase and turn them into viral sensations (remember her “hits” with Brandy earlier this year?) https://www.instagram.com/p/BLO0_qOAXnO/?taken-by=jeniferlewisforreal&hl=en   https://www.instagram.com/p/BHoQWFKB2l_/?taken-by=jeniferlewisforreal&hl=en   Well just in time for voting day, everybody’s favorite mama has once again taken to Instagram […]

  An episode of Unsung Hollywood returns Wednesday on TV One and it features the legendary Torry brothers, Guy and Joe. Joe talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about growing up with his brother Guy and why he calls himself the People’s Champ. Do the brothers compete against each other? “Guy was the one in the […]

  Co-host of CBS’ The Talk, Sheryl Underwood, talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about the last 24 hours before the presidential election. “You can’t have no plagiarizing person who was model. She was an undocumented model. You can’t build a wall to build out your own wife. That’s just ignorant. Even Barbara Bush […]

Well, well, well. We are pretty surprised to find out that former rapstress Solè, Ginuwine’s ex-wife and mother of two of his daughters has moved on from their divorce. But it’s who she’s moved on with that’s really a surprise. A look at her Instagram account shows that’s she’s very much in love with a man […]

  Common is much more than another rapper from the south side of Chicago. The Grammy, Golden Globe, and Academy Award-winning rapper is also a philanthropist and social activist, who makes no qualms about speaking out about the social injustice that plagues the African American community. All which he discusses brilliantly in his newest album, Black America […]

  11/4/16- Comedian Rod Man is performing at the Arlington Improv this weekend. He talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about voting and his upcoming projects. “I’m going in with my mail in. I want hand to hand contact. I don’t trust them. I’m a concerned citizen. It’s tricky so don’t believe the hype. We […]

  Sheryl Lee Ralph returns to Broadway in Wicked as Madame Morrible, the first African American to star in the role. The Tony award winning actress talks to the Tom Joyner Morning Show about being part of history and how she manages the demanding schedule. https://www.instagram.com/p/BMPqfAgDKqQ/?taken-by=wicked_worldwide&hl=en   “It’s so nice to be in a show that’s living forever. […]

R&B crooner Calvin Richardson stops by the Magic City Classic broadcast to talk about his childhood, music and more. Like BlackAmericaWeb.com on Facebook. Follow us on Twitter.