Tavis Smiley Facts: Bio, Age, Height, Weight, Family, and Net Worth

Tavis Smiley is an American journalist and radio host and owner for Kbla Talk 1580.

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Best Known For:The television program Tavis Smiley

Breakthrough:Launched his eponymous late-night talk show on PBS in 2004

10 Quick Facts About Tavis Smiley

Full Name: Tavis Smiley
Nationality: American
Profession: Talk show host,commentator,analyst,,radio host,radio personality
Current Role: Radio host and owner
Current Employer: KBLA Talk 1580
Date of Birth: September 13, 1964
Age: 61 years old
Place of Birth: Gulfport, MS
Marital Status: Single
Specialization: Talk Show Host, Commentator / Analyst, and Radio Host / Radio Personality

Tavis Smiley Age

Tavis Smiley is about 62 years old as of 2026. Tavis Smiley was born in 1964.

Tavis Smiley Height

Tavis Smiley stands at a height of 6 feet 1 inches. This is approximately 185 cm.

Education

He attended Indiana University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree.

Indiana University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree

Career & Work

Tavis Smiley's career includes journalism and broadcasting roles with PBS.

Organization: PBS

Role: Host

Period: 2004–2017

Details: Tavis Smiley (Talk Show)

Rise to Fame

Tavis Smiley rose to prominence for his role on the television show Tavis Smiley (PBS).

Notable Works

TV Show: Tavis Smiley (PBS) (Host, 2004-2017)

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

Personal Information

Full Name: Tavis Smiley
Gender: Male
Occupation: Talk show host,commentator,analyst,,radio host,radio personality
Nationality: American
Living Status: Alive
Ethnicity: Black / African