What happened to the Tavis Smiley show on PBS?
Tavis Smiley makes comeback bid after PBS firing over workplace misconduct allegations. LOS ANGELES (AP) — Three years after workplace misconduct allegations cost veteran TV and radio talk-show host Tavis Smiley his job and a national forum, he’s ending his silence.
What is Tavis Smiley doing now 2021?
Tavis Smiley makes his comeback after his firing from PBS. Beverly White reports for the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Wednesday June 16, 2021.
Did Tavis Smiley buy a radio station?
Tavis Smiley, owner and host of KBLA Talk 1580 Los Angeles, joined us live to discuss why he purchased KBLA and what listeners can hear on the station. For more information on KBLA Talk 1580, visit the radio station’s website or follow on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
What is Tavis Smiley famous for?
Tavis Smiley, (born September 13, 1964, Gulfport, Mississippi, U.S.), American talk show host, journalist, and political commentator. Smiley grew up near Kokomo, Indiana, and attended Indiana University at Bloomington but left in 1988 to work for Los Angeles Mayor Tom Bradley.
Did Tavis Smiley daughter get shot?
The 19-year-old daughter of comedian and syndicated radio host Rickey Smiley is currently recovering after being shot during an alleged road rage incident. Smiley posted an emotional video Monday in which he said his daughter, Aaryn, was one of a group of people wounded in Houston over the July 4th weekend.
What is Matt Lauer doing?
What Has Matt Lauer Been Up To Since His Firing And Divorce? The controversial host is dating again. He’s currently in a relationship with longtime friend and public relations expert, Shamin Abas — who, in pictures obtained by OK!, eerily resembles his ex-wife.
Who was the host of the Tavis Smiley Show?
A television show, simply titled Tavis Smiley, was a late-night television program on Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). Both shows featured Tavis Smiley as host.
What was the verdict on the Tavis Smiley case?
Upon the verdict on Wednesday, PBS issued a statement saying: “We are pleased with the jury’s decision. PBS expects our producing partners to provide a workplace where people feel safe and are treated with dignity and respect.
How many women accused Tavis Smiley of sexual harassment?
Throughout the three-week civil trial, jurors heard from six women who testified that Smiley subjected subordinates to unwanted sexual advances. “One woman who accused Smiley of sexual harassment left the show and received a $325,000 settlement,” Variety reported.