Gary With Da Tea Biography
Gary With Da Tea, whose real name is Gary Hayes, is an American radio personality, entertainment news commentator, and television host known for his nationally syndicated radio program “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” and viewers of “Dish Nation“- a FOX TV show seen weekdays in over 116 markets.
Gary With Da Tea Education
Gary’s educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree from Northwood University, and he proudly holds a degree from the American Broadcasting School. RELATED: Nancy Travis
Gary With Da Tea Age
How old is Gary? Gary is 43 years old as of 2023. He was born Gary Hayes on June 29, 1980, in Port Arthur, Texas, United States of America. His birthday is always celebrated on June 29th of every year.
Gary Hayes Nationality and Ethnicity
Gary holds American nationality and citizenship by birth. He was born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas, United States. He belongs to the African-American ethnicity/heritage/ancestry.
Gary With Da Tea Height
How tall is Gary? He stands at an average height of 5 feet 9 inches (Approx. 1.75 m).
Gary With Da Tea Family
Gary was born and raised in Port Arthur, Texas by his parents. Though, information regarding his family members including his father, mother and siblings is currently under review. Details about his parents will be updated once publicly revealed. RELATED: Ben Shapiro
Gary With Da Tea Wife
Is Gary married? Gary is happily married to his wife Keisha. The couple got married officially through a private wedding ceremony held in 2016. He is confidential when it comes to matters concerning his personal life.
Gary With Da Tea Cancer
In early 2018, he was diagnosed with colon cancer which led him to start doing chemotherapy and radiation treatment. Amidst the physical and mental pain during the process, he continued to run his shows. And in early November of 2018, he finally became cancer-free.
Gary With Da Tea Net Worth
Gary an American radio personality, entertainment news commentator, and television host with an estimated net worth of $3 million. RELATED: Leah Hope
Gary With Da Tea Career
Gary embarked on his professional journey at KJMZ/Dallas, initially as a devoted call-in listener, but soon he found himself embracing the role of a co-host on “The Russ Parr Morning Show.” Wherever he appeared, whether at station events or community gatherings, crowds would flock to meet the man behind the infectious laughter and enlightening “Tea” he poured out each morning.
The immense popularity of Gary’s Tea segment paved the way for him to become a sought-after celebrity reporter, with stations in Austin and West Palm Beach eagerly hiring him. Additionally, his talents extended to “The Steve Harvey Morning Show,” where he captivated audiences with his horoscope readings. It didn’t take long before Gary was invited to join “The Rickey Smiley Morning Show” team, becoming his exclusive radio home for an impressive span of 12 years.
Over the course of more than a decade in radio and eight years on television’s “Dish Nation,” Gary not only made a name for himself but also ventured into acting. He showcased his skills in the film “The Last Stand,” alongside Kevin Hart and Tami Roman, and graced the stage in various productions by Shelly Garrett.
Despite his flourishing career, Gary has never lost touch with the community. As an Ambassador for AIDS Walk Dallas and AIDS Walk Atlanta in 2017 and 2018, he has actively advocated for mental health, triumphed over cancer, and utilized his platforms to inspire others to prioritize their well-being. In recognition of his groundbreaking contributions to the entertainment industry, Gary was honored with the prestigious International Trailblazer Award in 2019.
