TV One pre-screened the season five premiere episode of their hit docu-series, “Rickey Smiley For Real” for VIP’s at Regal Atlantic Station last night. Season five of the hit franchise RICKEY SMILEY FOR REAL returns to TV One with more fun, family drama and life challenges on Tuesday, October 30th at 8 p.m./7C. This season the show captures Rickey Smiley navigating the ups and downs of his professional demands while adapting to new additions in his household, and juggling the growing pains of his young adult children. Various health topics and relationship matters will also be revealed throughout the season. Cast members in attendance of the premiere screening included Rickey Smiley, Headkrack, Da Brat, Gary with da Tea and Juicy.
In attendance at the premiere included: Eva Sterling (Marcille), Syleena Johnson, Quad Webb Lucenford, Trina Braxton, Rashan Ali, Genise Shelton, Kevin Ross, Nicci Gilbert, Lisa Wu, Scotty ATL, Tamika Scott and more. Following the screening, nationally syndicated radio host Willie Moore Jr. conducted a Q&A with the cast.
Photos by Marcus Ingram for TV One
RICKEY SMILEY FOR REAL is produced by Bobbcat Films for TV One with Rickey Smiley and Roger M. Bobb as Executive Producers and Angi Bones and Shante Paige as Co-Executive Producer. For TV One, Susan Henry and Gold Morgan are Executive Producers-in-Charge of Production, Donyell McCullough is Senior Director of Talent & Casting, and Robyn Greene Arrington is Head of Original Programming and Production.
For more information on RICKEY SMILEY FOR REAL, visit TV One’s YouTube Channel and check out exclusive, behind-the-scenes content on www.tvone.tv. Viewers can also join the conversation by connecting via social media on TV One’s Twitter, Instagram and Facebook (@tvonetv) using the hashtags #RICKEYSMILEYFORREAL and #REPRESENT.
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ABOUT RICKEY SMILEY:
2017 Marconi Award for Syndicated Personality of the Year, Rickey Smiley is known for making millions laugh for over 25 years. As a much-loved comedian, television host of Dish Nation, and top rated nationally syndicated radio personality of The Rickey Smiley Morning Show, Smiley has earned a reputation for delivering for audiences on and off stage. With the distinct ability to take everyday observations and turn them into comedic gold, Smiley is a standout in the entertainment world. Smiley is one of the few “clean” comics amongst the upper echelon of contemporary great Comedians. In addition, his comedy shows often include a live band, which he accompanies playing several instruments and singing.
Coming from his humble roots of Birmingham Alabama, Smiley rose to superstardom after igniting his 25-year career serving as opening act for Industry titans such as Steve Harvey, George Wallace, and Carl Strong. Throughout his career trajectory, Smiley has been one of the industry’s most towering forces in building an impressive empire that has landed him preeminent roles on radio, television, film and on-stage performances. For more information on Smiley’s personal and professional background, please visit: http://therealrickeysmiley.com/, http://www.rickeysmiley360.com and http://rickeysmileymorningshow.com/.
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