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”

Actress Gabrielle Union shuts down criticism about going 50/50 on bills with her husband. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). She recently revealed in an interview on Armchair Expert Podcast that she and her multi-millionaire husband, retired NBA player Dwyane Wade, split […]

  The cast dives into Rickey Smiley’s DMs (direct messages) to answer a listener’s question about an inappropriate “romance” in the workplace. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE.  After seeming to fall for her engaged supervisor, she is stuck at a crossroad. Unsure if the feeling is […]

Social media users seem concerned after B2K’s Raz B takes to Instagram to recant rape allegations against Chris Stokes.  Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). Since 2007, the singer has alleged that his cousin and manager, Chris Stokes, was responsible for child […]

South Carolina Senator Tim Scott, the only black Republican in the U.S. Senate, officially files to run for president in the 2024 election, according to the Federal Election Commission’s website. While he has made his grandfather’s work in the cotton fields of the deep south a part of his political identity, saying “my grandfather went […]

If given the opportunity, what’s a plastic surgery procedure you would consider getting? We’re talking about them all, and even some that you’ve probably never heard of! Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). From BBLs to breast implants, beauty modifications seem to […]

Over the years, Special K has been acknowledged as the most hood cast member on the show. In fact, Rickey crowned him “the king of everything under $19k a year” . He puts it to the test today with a little game… Similar to the point game “Never Have I Ever”, this is “Who Is […]

The Franklins are putting their matchmaking skills to the test! Kirk Franklin stops by to discuss he and his wife’s new show ‘The One’, premiering tonight at 8P/7C on TV One. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). After 27 years of marriage, the duo […]

Our favorite grandma Bernice Jenkins is back to give the church announcements! Today she talks the wet robe choir contest, Deacon’s flings in the baptismal pool, and death hushpuppies. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON […]

Lil’ Wayne was not putting up with Los Angeles’ lack-luster audience! Their low energy caused him to walk right off stage and cut the concert short. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). On the final stop of his Welcome To Tha Carter […]

Rashad Brown explains how Ron DeSantis’ attempts to “rewrite history” are dangerous. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) aims to create equal environments by giving those who have been historically disenfranchised new and fair opportunities. Florida Gov. […]

Let’s head to Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida— home of the Triple Threat Marching Band and Orange and White Tigers. This HBCU Know highlights notable alumni Buck O’Neil. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK. FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE.  This former Negro League Baseball player is a legend in the world […]

Some are giving the Wades the side-eye after Gabrielle Union-Wade admits to splitting the bills evenly with her husband. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). In an interview on Armchair Expert podcast with Dax Shepard, she was asked what point of her career did she […]