In their chat, Shannon Sharpe and Rickey Smiley touch upon Rickey’s upbringing and family. Rickey shares that his parents, who were musicians, grew up as neighbors. He also reveals the heartbreaking stories of losing his father to gun violence, his daughter getting shot, and his own experience with gun violence.

The impact of gun violence on comedian Rickey Smiley’s family was a central topic in a recent interview. Smiley, known for his humor, appeared on the ‘Club Shay Shay’ podcast to discuss his life, including the hardships his family has endured due to gun violence.

During the conversation, Smiley shared poignant stories, such as the loss of his father to gun violence when he was just seven years old. He revealed that this painful memory still brings him to tears even as a 54-year-old man, especially seeing how it affected his grandparents.

Smiley also recounted his own experience of being shot during a robbery attempt in 1995, which left him traumatized. He described the fear and shock of facing a sawed-off shotgun and the subsequent emotional turmoil of seeing his shooter’s funeral procession.

The interview took a heartbreaking turn when Smiley discussed the shooting of his daughter Aaryn in 2020. He recalled receiving the news live on air and the difficulty he faced in reaching her due to pandemic-related travel restrictions. This event rekindled Smiley’s past trauma, leading him to seek therapy once again.

Despite the tragedies, Smiley returned to his radio show, but the emotional toll was evident. He shared a moment of vulnerability when he hallucinated on air, unable to continue broadcasting.

Sadly, the interview took place before the unexpected passing of Smiley’s son Brandon, further deepening his grief and prompting him to seek counseling once more.

Despite the challenges, Smiley has used social media to share light-hearted content, showcasing his resilience and commitment to finding moments of joy amidst adversity.