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5 days ago
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- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE Rickey Smiley reveals he has no issue with 'offending people' as he details list of taboo topics in comedy special
Rickey Smiley is back - and has declared that he is funnier than ever before. 'I haven't done a special in 12 years, so I'm really excited about it,' he told Smiley - whose new special Fool-ish is now available to stream on Hulu - describes his latest project as 'funny, animated, with a lot of energy.' '[It's] really physical,' he quips. 'Something that I think everybody would enjoy.' Smiley, 56, says 'life has brought a lot of changes' since his last special, something which he delves into in Fool-ish. Joking that he is now 'older, and has a beard,' he also spoke about the changes having grown children - and recently discovering he is the biological father to six-year-old twin girls - has had on his comedy. 'I talk about that in the special as well,' he assures fans. 'It's a great special to be in your 40s and 50s, [and for] people in their 20s and 30s or whatever.' 'I think I'm funnier now, than I was before,' he declared. 'Because at this age, you say whatever on your mind and you don't care who gets mad.' 'When you have more life behind you than in front of you, you don't care,' he laughed. Smiley, who lost his 32-year-old son Brandon to an accidental overdose in January 2023, said performing his show felt like they were on stage together. 'My son was a performer, he was funny. He had his own style, and uniqueness on stage,' he reflected. 'I'm just glad that we were able to share and do the same thing,' he said passionately. For Smiley, who has been performing in comedy shows since the 1980s, there were no nerves when it came to curating the show. 'I'd done so many shows and comedy clubs, three shows Saturday, two shows Friday - do the morning show every single morning,' he listed. He joked it was like exercising the comedy muscles in your brain, and had 'a lot of fun' coming up with what to include in the special. 'I've been performing for years, and if you figure out if you're going to do a special, you go ahead and let's put a special set together,' he explained. Smiley, who lost his 32-year-old son Brandon (pictured) to an accidental overdose in January 2023, said performing his show felt like they were on stage together Smiley says that means 'doing things that people will remember.' The comedian added there may be some humor that may offend people, he deems his content universally engaging. 'You say what needs to be said and it's funny and everybody relates to it, and you're only saying what everybody's thinking anyway, so we just bold enough to say it,' the comedian shared. He revealed his potentially taboo topics include 'talking about little people' and his favorite TV show - My 600 Pound Life. 'People might get offended,' he admitted. 'But hey, it's funny, they're going to watch it.'
Black America Web
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Black America Web
The Premiere of Rickey Smiley's New Hulu Comedy Special ‘Fool-ish'
The premiere of Rickey Smiley's new Hulu comedy special Fool-ish brought out laughter, love—and standout fashion. Held at the Lyric Theater in Birmingham, Alabama, the red carpet was full of stylish guests who came out to support Smiley's long-awaited return to stand-up. Text 'RICKEY' to 71007 to join the Rickey Smiley Morning Show mobile club for exclusive news. ( Terms and conditions ). Smiley, the man of the hour, kept it classic in a tailored black suit and crisp white shirt, pairing it with his signature glasses and polished shoes. His look was simple but sharp—just like his comedy. LIKE US ON FACEBOOK . FOLLOW US ON TWITTER AND INSTAGRAM . SUBSCRIBE TO OUR YOUTUBE . Several of Smiley's longtime friends and radio team members also showed out. Da Brat rocked a bold, oversized blazer and statement sneakers, staying true to her edgy streetwear style. Gary With Da Tea added his usual flair with a printed suit and bold accessories, while Special K kept it cool in a black-and-white ensemble topped off with designer shades. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD OUR APP AND TAKE US WITH YOU ANYWHERE! Family and fans gathered to celebrate not just Smiley's return to comedy, but also his resilience. Fool-ish marks his first comedy special in over a decade and was inspired by personal growth and loss—including the tragic passing of his eldest son. 'It's not just about making people laugh,' Smiley said at the premiere. 'It's about sharing my truth and reminding folks there's always a reason to smile.' The special, which officially drops on Hulu May 30, was directed by David E. Talbert and filmed in Smiley's hometown. Whether guests came dressed in glam or kept it casual, the night was a reminder that Fool-ish is more than a comedy show—it's a celebration of life, faith, and community. HEAD BACK TO THE HOMEPAGE The Premiere of Rickey Smiley's New Hulu Comedy Special 'Fool-ish' was originally published on Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Source:R1 Digital / Reach Media Rickey Smiley Hulu comedy special 'Fool-ish' Black America Web Featured Video CLOSE
