Broderick Dornell Smiley (born August 10, 1968) is an American stand-up comedian, television host, actor, and radio personality known for his prank phone calls.
He is the host of the nationally syndicated Rickey Smiley Morning Show based in Atlanta from its flagship affiliate WHTA "Hot 107.9".
[1] His original comedy routines often feature the role-play of fictional characters such as "Bernice Jenkins" (also known as Granny Swims, Ms. Johnson or Mrs. Francis), "Lil' Daryl", "Rusty Dale", and "Beauford".
[11] According to the autopsy report from the Jefferson County Medical Examiner's Office, Brandon's manner of death was ruled as accidental.
[12] Smiley subsequently wrote a book about grief and dealing with pain called Sideshow: Living with Loss and Moving Forward with Faith.