Rickey Smiley Morning Show

On today's "Gary's Tea," music vet Morris Day has revealed a shocking legal war he's in with the estate of late pop icon Prince over his use of popular musical moniker "Morris Day & The Time." Also, Serena Williams opened up about sharing finances with equally successful husband Alexis Ohanian.

Just one day after she was declared legally single, Kim Kardashian has dropped her married name 'West' from her social media accounts and is going by her maiden name.

The green-eyed bandit ladies are trending for being too shady! 

Essence Festival returns in-person events in New Orleans with major headliners!

On today's "Trending Topics" report, we dive into the topic of digital DNA services that can tell you a few things you might want to know about your roots and maybe even some stuff you'd prefer to stay hidden forever.

Da Brat has a lot to discuss in today's "Hot Spot," spearheaded by Beyoncé's reaction to that hilarious scene in Tyler Perry's new film, 'A Madea Homecoming,' where the titular character reenacts her unforgettable 2018 performance at the Coachella Music Festival.

Teyana Taylor had a feisty response to rumors floating around on TikTok that she allegedly abused drugs after finding out her husband Iman Shumpert cheated on her.

Today in "Gary's Tea" includes Vivica A. Fox's feelings about the "tacky" comment Laverne Cox recently made to Jada Pinkett Smith in regards to her infamous entanglement, and the unfortunate pending divorce between 'Flavor Of Love 2' winner Deelishis & "Exonerated 5" member Raymond Santana.

Da Brat comes through with another segment of the "Hot Spot," this time giving us yet another Wendy Williams update by way of her ex-husband Kevin Hunter and news on 50 Cent's latest beef with STARZ that may see the hip-hop mogul leaving the network for good. 

5 time Super Bowl Champion and NFL Hall of Famer, Charles Haley shared his story about his struggle with reading and what inspired him to support children with his foundation, Tackle Tomorrow.

Black Tony has a good reason why he's not at work, but it's a wild one.

15-year-old Grace Franklin is following her legendary grandmother’s footsteps.