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The comments section of Rickey Smiley’s sad Instagram video was flooded with well-wishes and tributes for Brandon Smiley, with plenty of Rickey’s nearest and dearest sending love. “Oh no! I’m so sorry for your loss. I love you & Im praying for you!” “The Real Housewives of Atlanta” star Kandi Burruss commented, while Taraji P. Henson wrote, “Jesus!!!! I am so sorry.” Plenty of fans also took to Brandon’s Instagram account to share their love and tributes, with many commenting on what is now his final upload. The video, shared on December 4, showed Brandon relaxing as someone danced in front of him behind a Christmas tree. “May God welcomes you to his kingdom with open arms,” one person commented following his death.
Brandon’s account was full of insights into his life at home as a father, as he welcomed a daughter, Storm Smiley, in 2019. He shared an adorable video with Storm on Instagram on November 24, explaining they’d spent Thanksgiving in the hospital visiting Storm’s grandmother following a fall.
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As well as being a staple on his dad’s reality show, Brandon also appeared on Rickey’s radio show, “Rickey Smiley Morning Show,” on multiple occasions over the years. During a 2013 appearance, Brandon opened up about his strong relationship with his dad and the faith he had in the TV and radio star. We’re sending our deepest condolences to the Smiley family at such a tragic time.
