Tavis Smiley is an American media personality (Talk Show Host and Commentator). He was born in Gulfport, MS. He is known for Tavis Smiley (PBS).
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Quick Facts
- Full Name: Tavis Smiley
- Profession: Media Personality
- Current Employer: Kbla Talk 1580
- Current Title: Radio Host and Owner
- Current Program: Tavis Smiley
- Beats: Politics / Government
- Specialization: Talk Show Host, Commentator / Analyst, and Radio Host / Radio Personality
- Age: 61 years old
- Place of Birth: Gulfport, MS
- Nationality: American
Tavis Smiley Age
Tavis Smiley is 62 years old (estimated). He was born in 1964, but the exact date of birth has not been publicly disclosed.
Tavis Smiley Height
Tavis Smiley stands at a height of 6 ft 1 in.
Tavis Smiley Weight
Tavis Smiley's weight has not been publicly reported.
Education
He studied at Indiana University.
- Education 1
- Institution Name: Indiana University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
Career & Work
Career Timeline
| Role | Organization |
|---|---|
| Host | PBS Jan 1, 2004 – Jan 1, 2017 <p>Tavis Smiley (Talk Show)</p> |
Rise to Fame
- Launched his eponymous late-night talk show on PBS (2004)
Notable Works
Notable works include Tavis Smiley (PBS).
TV & Streaming
- TV show: Tavis Smiley (PBS) (Host, 2004–2017)
Tavis Smiley Salary
Tavis Smiley receives an estimated annual salary ranging between $45K – $188K. This estimate is based on typical earnings for a Media Personality in their country and may vary depending on seniority, employer, and deals.
Tavis Smiley Net Worth
Tavis Smiley's net worth is estimated to be between 10000000. This includes assets, earnings, and accumulated income, with the primary source of income being their career as a media personality.
Tavis Smiley Family & Relationships
- Father: Emory Alphonso Smiley
- Mother: Joyce Marie Smiley
Tavis Smiley Facts
Personal Information
- Full Name: Tavis Smiley
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Media Personality
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: Black / African
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: September 13, 1964
- Age: 61
- Birthday: September 13
- Zodiac Sign: Virgo
- Place of Birth: Gulfport, MS
Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 1 in
- Weight: Not publicly disclosed
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Black
Family & Relationships
- Father: Emory Alphonso Smiley
- Mother: Joyce Marie Smiley
- Marital Status: Single
Net Worth & Income
- Primary Income Country: Not publicly disclosed
- Salary: $45K – $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K – $3.8M
- Source of Income: Business
Related Biographies
- Cornel West (Collaborator • Longtime intellectual partner)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter): https://x.com/tavissmiley
