The Rickey Smiley Morning Show
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Officer Donald Bowers of the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office (JSO) has been cleared of criminal charges after a widely circulated video showed him punching and dragging a man from his vehicle during a February 2025 traffic stop. The man, 22-year-old William McNeil Jr., suffered a concussion, a broken tooth that pierced his lip, and required stitches. […]
Teyana Taylor’s divorce from former NBA player Iman Shumpert has taken another heated turn. A judge has ordered the singer and actress to pay her ex-husband $70,000 in legal fees after ruling she violated their divorce agreement. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The decision […]
Jussie Smollett isn’t backing down from his claim that he was the victim of a hate crime in 2019 — and he’s naming who he believes the real “villains” are. In a new interview ahead of Netflix’s upcoming documentary The Truth About Jussie Smollett?, the former Empire star says his story has never changed, accusing […]
Denzel Washington has earned nine Academy Award nominations, taking home two golden statues—best supporting actor for Glory and best actor for Training Day. But if you think those Oscars hold a special place in his heart, think again. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). During […]
Offset is publicly taking ownership of the mistakes that contributed to his breakup with Cardi B, speaking with unusual openness about the strain in their marriage. In a candid conversation with Ebro, the Migos rapper didn’t shy away from acknowledging his missteps. “I f*cked up… I gotta acknowledge that and then get back on the […]
What started as a music-related feud has now turned into one of the strangest—and funniest—celebrity spats online. Actor Omar Gooding has responded to rapper Cam’ron’s recent confession that he paid him to star in a film that wasn’t real. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). […]
Ari Lennox has never been one to bite her tongue—and her latest comments are proof. The Grammy-nominated R&B star, celebrated for her velvety vocals and real-life storytelling, recently shared her thoughts on comedy legend Bernie Mac. While acknowledging his influence and undeniable talent, Lennox admitted that not all of his humor sits well with her […]
U.S. track and field star Sha’Carri Richardson is taking responsibility for her role in a recent altercation with fellow sprinter Christian Coleman, publicly apologizing to him in an emotional Instagram message. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The incident took place last month at Seattle–Tacoma […]
The fallout from Porsha Williams and Simon Guobadia’s short-lived marriage isn’t over—especially when it comes to money. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). Williams, 44, and Guobadia, 61, divorced in June 2024 after just 15 months of marriage. But weeks later, court filings revealed that […]
Ari Lennox isn’t backing down from her recent remarks about the hit 90s sitcom Martin. The R&B singer made waves after calling out the show’s long-running comedic digs at Pamela “Pam” James, played by Tichina Arnold. While Lennox made it clear she’s a fan of the series, she said the constant jabs at Pam’s looks, […]
In a break from long-standing White House tradition, President Donald Trump has ordered the relocation of portraits of former presidents Barack Obama, George W. Bush, and George H.W. Bush to a location far from public view. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). The paintings, which […]
