Rickey Smiley Hosts FOOL-ISH ATL Premiere Ahead of Hulu Debut on May 30

Rickey Smiley returned to the spotlight in full force at the Atlanta premiere screening of his new comedy special, FOOL-ISH, held on May 20th. The exclusive event brought out friends, fans, and media for a first look at the stand-up special that marks Smiley’s long-awaited return to the stage. FOOL-ISH will officially begin streaming on Hulu starting May 30.

Back and Bolder Than Ever

Taped at the Lyric Theater in Smiley’s hometown of Birmingham, Alabama, the special is infused with Smiley’s trademark humor—hilarious characters, sharp social commentary, and heartfelt storytelling.

“After more than a decade away from stand-up, I knew I had to offer something that truly satisfied my fans,” said Smiley. “FOOL-ISH is personal. I’ve been through a lot, but I believe we can find humor even in our hardest moments.”

Smiley’s comeback special follows a transformative chapter in his life, including personal loss and public vulnerability. That realness translates powerfully to the stage—and the Atlanta audience felt every bit of it.


A Hulu Special That Hits Different

FOOL-ISH comes to Hulu after a competitive bidding war and is directed by David E. Talbert—marking his first stand-up special. The project reunites Talbert and Smiley following their work on Baggage Claim and First Sunday.

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Executive producers include Lyn Sisson-Talbert, Laura Lizer, Judi Marmel, Matt Beales, and John Bravakis, with production support from Golden Girl Inc.


More Than a Laugh – A Legacy

Known for hosting the #1 nationally syndicated Rickey Smiley Morning Show, and formerly the face of BET’s Comic View and reality series Rickey Smiley For Real, Smiley is a voice that spans generations. His most recent book, Sideshow: Living with Loss and Moving Forward with Faith, reflects the depth and growth that also shine through in FOOL-ISH.

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