The radio personality and stand-up comedian is a dad to six children. His adult kids include D’essence, Malik and Aaryn. His eldest son, Brandon, died in January 2023 of an accidental drug overdose.

“I hope that I leave ... send me to a dark place,” Rickey shared. “I just kind of smile and laugh as if he's still living.” Rickey’s second child, daughter D'essence Elizabeth Smiley ...

EXCLUSIVE: Rickey Smiley, anchor and host of the #1 nationally syndicated urban radio show in America, has taken back to the stage for Fool-ish, his first comedy special in over a decade ...

Rickey Smiley attends 2019 Black Music Honors on September 5, 2019 in Atlanta, Georgia ; D'essence Smiley, Aaryn Smiley and Malik Smiley pose for a photo together in May 2021.

After all, isn’t this what capitalism is supposed to do? Push and incentivize for better and better improvements? Don’t punish consumers for our industry’s failings – leave me and my Toyota alone.

Star Wars,' 'Doctor Who,' a new FX series, and more 'Secret Lives of Mormon Wives' come to streaming this month.

On May 1st, Hulu will be adding the original Star Wars trilogy to its roster. Mind you, this isn’t through Disney+ or ...