Muni Long is setting the record straight—and she’s doing it with confidence and grace. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The “Hrs & Hrs” and “Made For Me” singer took to Instagram Live on Monday night (July 28) to address a wave of body-shaming comments […]
Deion Sanders might be looking to expand his family—and it could be with actress Karrueche Tran. Sources close to the former NFL star say Sanders took a significant step before undergoing cancer surgery: he preserved his sperm. The move has raised eyebrows and stirred talk that he and Tran may be planning to have children […]
Senegal’s dream of building a futuristic city led by singer Akon has come to an end. The government has officially canceled the multibillion-dollar Akon City project, which aimed to create a cutting-edge, solar-powered city running on Akon’s own cryptocurrency, Akoin. Instead, officials are now moving forward with a smaller tourism resort that will be managed […]
Jay-Z is once again pushing back against paternity allegations that have followed him for years. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). In newly filed court documents, the 55-year-old music mogul—real name Shawn Carter—is asking a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Rymir Satterthwaite, […]
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 […]
Dwight Howard’s marriage to rapper and Love & Hip Hop: Atlanta alum Amy Luciani has come to a sudden and dramatic end. Just half a year after tying the knot, Luciani filed for divorce on July 1, citing that the marriage was “irretrievably broken” with “no prospects for reconciliation.” The next day, a mutual restraining […]
Dr. Heavenly Kimes is trading in her white coat for a campaign button. The Married to Medicine star and well-known cosmetic dentist has officially entered the political arena. Kimes, 54, is running for Georgia State Representative in District 93 on the Democratic ticket, bringing with her decades of professional experience and community involvement. Text “RICKEY” […]
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 […]
Flau’jae Johnson is speaking out about her current relationship with Angel Reese — and it turns out, they’re no longer friends. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The LSU basketball star opened up about the status of their friendship during a June 9 appearance on […]
The 2025 BET Awards had no shortage of iconic moments—from major wins to unforgettable performances. As the network celebrated its 25th anniversary, one of the most talked-about segments was the long-awaited reunion of 106 & Park, the classic music video countdown show that helped shape an entire era of hip hop and R&B culture. Text […]
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 […]
Despite years of viral rumors claiming otherwise, the basketball legend continues to grow his wealth and expand his legacy. With a net worth estimated at $3.5 billion as of 2025, according to Forbes, Jordan remains one of the wealthiest former athletes of all time. His recent announcement that he’ll be joining NBC Sports as a […]