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When gospel singer and songwriter Jonathan McReynolds joins the conversation, you can always expect words of wisdom wrapped in humility. The multi-award-winning artist, known for blending soulful music with transparent faith, recently sat down with Mr. Griff on The Rickey Smiley Morning Show to celebrate his new single “Still” and the blessings that continue to […]
Grammy Award-winning gospel artist and actress Tamela Mann is venturing into a new business showcasing her love for all things flavor and spice. The singer announced that she is releasing Mama Mann’s Kitchen Seasoning Blend Collection. “Mama Mann’s Kitchen is all about love you can taste,” said Mann in a statement with the Gospel Music […]
As the nation marks Veterans Day, millions of families—many of them military and government workers—are facing serious financial strain from the ongoing government shutdown. On Get Up Mornings with Erica Campbell, co-host Mr. Griff sat down with financial expert Jini Thornton to unpack the reality behind the headlines and offer practical ways to help those […]
Gospel powerhouse Jekalyn Carr stopped by Get Up Mornings with Erica Campbell to celebrate her latest milestone — another No. 1 song. Her single “Don’t Faint” has topped the gospel charts, and the singer, preacher, and entrepreneur says the song’s message of strength and endurance is exactly what people need right now. Want news at […]
Can you believe it has been 20 years since the premiere of the series The Boondocks? The Boondocks is an adult animated series created by Aaron McGruder that premiered on Adult Swim on Nov. 6, 2005. The highly controversial comedy show, which was based on McGruder’s comic strip of the same name, took risks in […]
Peacock has set to premiere a three-part documentary series by Jordan Peele that reclaims the story of the Wild West and reveals the true history of Black cowboys. High Horse: The Black Cowboy is set to release on Thursday, Nov. 20. Executive producer and Academy Award winner Peele plans to set the record straight on […]
The 2026 GRAMMY Awards spotlight powerful voices in gospel and Christian music, honoring artists like Kirk Franklin, Tasha Cobbs Leonard, CeCe Winans, Lecrae, and more across performance and album categories.
A long-running legal dispute over Jay-Z’s alleged paternity has finally come to an end. The U.S. District Court for the Central District of California dismissed the case brought forward by Rymir Satterthwaite, a 30-year-old man who claims to be the rapper’s son from a relationship in the early 1990s. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join […]
The federal government shutdown is now taking a major toll on U.S. air travel. Starting Friday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will reduce flight capacity by 10% at 40 of the country’s largest airports, affecting an estimated 3,500 to 4,000 flights each day. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for […]
Prepare to discover the making of one of the biggest icons in history. On Thursday, Nov. 6, Lionsgate released the first teaser trailer for Antoine Fuqua’s upcoming biopic Michael, chronicling the life of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson. The global superstar is played by his nephew Jaafar Jackson, son of Michael’s brother Jermaine, in […]
Teyana Taylor is having a major year — and she’s taking her time defining what love looks like while she’s at the top of her game. Text “RICKEY” to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. (Terms and conditions). In a new interview with The Hollywood Reporter, the 34-year-old actress and musician […]
Baldy explores hair loss, self-image, and humor through Travis's journey, resonating with audiences worldwide. A heartfelt dramedy.