Tavis Smiley is an American radio host and owner best known for Tavis Smiley (PBS).
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10 Quick Facts About Tavis Smiley
- Full Name: Tavis Smiley
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Media Personality
- Current Role: Radio Host and Owner
- Current Employer: Kbla Talk 1580
- Age: 61 years old
- Date of Birth: September 13, 1964
- 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 has worked in television journalism and broadcasting.
Rise to Fame
Tavis Smiley gained widespread recognition through the television show Tavis Smiley (PBS).
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
