TV Shows - Tavis Smiley
Sorted by online popularity, based on the Engagement Score on November 21, 2024. Tavis Smiley has appeared in 7 television series with data.
  • Dancing with the Stars Poster
    #8
    Dancing with the Stars
    as Self - Contestant 4 episodes • #8 most popular show
    Dancing with the Stars is a popular reality TV show that pairs celebrities with professional dancers to compete in a ballroom dance competition. Each week, the celebrity contestants learn and perform various dance styles, judged by a panel of experts. The show combines thrilling performances with entertaining behind-the-scenes footage and personal stories. Viewers are treated to a showcase of talent, creativity, and dedication as celebrities push themselves outside their comfort zones to master new dance routines. Dancing with the Stars has garnered a dedicated fan base and continues to captivate audiences with its exhilarating performances.
  • Dancing with the Stars Poster
    #8
    Dancing with the Stars
    as Himself - Contestant 1 episode • #8 most popular show
    Dancing with the Stars is a popular reality TV show that pairs celebrities with professional dancers to compete in a ballroom dance competition. Each week, the celebrity contestants learn and perform various dance styles, judged by a panel of experts. The show combines thrilling performances with entertaining behind-the-scenes footage and personal stories. Viewers are treated to a showcase of talent, creativity, and dedication as celebrities push themselves outside their comfort zones to master new dance routines. Dancing with the Stars has garnered a dedicated fan base and continues to captivate audiences with its exhilarating performances.
  • The Daily Show Poster
    #60
    The Daily Show
    as Self 2 episodes • #60 most popular show
    The Daily Show is an American late-night program that combines comedy with satire to dissect current events, politics, and media. Known for its humorous take on the news, the show features a team of correspondents who contribute to segments and interviews.
  • Real Time with Bill Maher Poster
    #347
    Real Time with Bill Maher
    as Self 6 episodes • #347 most popular show
    Real Time with Bill Maher is a talk show that airs weekly on HBO. The show is hosted by comedian and political commentator Bill Maher, who invites a panel of guests from various fields to discuss current events and political issues. Maher's unique and often controversial style of commentary has made the show a popular platform for heated debates and thought-provoking discussions. With a blend of comedy, interviews, and political analysis, Real Time with Bill Maher offers an entertaining and insightful look at the week's news headlines and cultural topics.
  • The Tonight Show with Jay Leno Poster
    #634
    The Tonight Show with Jay Leno
    3 episodes • #634 most popular show
    The Tonight Show with Jay Leno is a late-night talk show hosted by comedian Jay Leno. Part of the renowned Tonight Show franchise, the show was broadcast from NBC Studios in Burbank, California. It featured a mix of comedy segments, interviews, and musical performances, sticking to a format similar to its predecessors. Jay Leno premiered as the host in 1992 after Johnny Carson's retirement and continued until 2009, with a subsequent run from 2010 to 2014.
  • The Colbert Report Poster
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    The Colbert Report
    as Self 1 episode • #1,442 most popular show
    The Colbert Report was a satirical news program that aired on Comedy Central, hosted by Stephen Colbert. It parodied the format of political talk shows, providing commentary on current events and the media through the lens of a fictionalized version of its host, designed to mimic conservative political pundits. The show is recognized for its unique blend of humor and political satire, running from 2005 to 2014.
  • Meet the Press Poster
    #1,601
    Meet the Press
    1 episode • #1,601 most popular show
    Meet the Press is a long-running television news program that features interviews with prominent politicians and newsmakers. It is known for its in-depth analysis of current events and its role as a platform for the discussion of important issues. The show has a storied history, having first aired in 1947, and is one of the longest-running programs on American television. Meet the Press is widely respected for its unbiased reporting and balanced coverage, making it a trusted source of information for viewers across the country.
Movies - Tavis Smiley
Sorted by online popularity. Tavis Smiley has appeared in 1 movies with data.
  • Sinister Poster
    #825
    Sinister
    as Anchor • #825 most popular movie
    Sinister is a 2012 supernatural horror film directed by Scott Derrickson. It follows a struggling true-crime writer who moves his family into a house where he discovers snuff films depicting gruesome murders, putting his family in danger.
History of daily visits to Tavis Smiley's Wikipedia page
Tavis Smiley Biography
Tavis Smiley (born September 13, 1964) is an American talk show host and author. Born in Gulfport, Mississippi, Smiley grew up in Bunker Hill, Indiana. After attending Indiana University, he worked as an aide to Tom Bradley, the mayor of Los Angeles. In 1991, Smiley started his career as a radio commentator and later hosted the talk show BET Talk on Black Entertainment Television (BET) from 1996 to 2001. He then hosted The Tavis Smiley Show on National Public Radio (NPR) from 2002 to 2004, and hosted Tavis Smiley on PBS on weekdays from 2004 to 2017. Smiley also hosted The Tavis Smiley Show on Public Radio International (PRI) during this time. In December 2017, he sued PBS for wrongful termination after an employment dispute.

On November 21, 2024, Tavis Smiley had 162 Wikipedia visits, making him the #15,547 most popular actor online.