Tava Smiley

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Tava Smiley
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Tava Smiley in 2009
Born
Tava Michelle Smiley

(1971-10-19) October 19, 1971 (age 51)
Occupation(s)Television personality
Actress
Years active1987present

Tava Michelle Smiley [1] (born October 19, 1971) is an American actress and television host.

Smiley was born in Theodosia, Missouri. Smiley's first name is her mother's maiden name. She is a 1989 graduate of William Chrisman High School in Independence, MO. Her most notable appearances to date have included the following:

Her resume also lists her hosting of E!'s Wild On Resorts and Wild On Italy, WTTW's Wild Chicago, and Lifetime Television's Style Surrender. [4] [6] As an actress, she has had guest roles in many television programs, notably Beverly Hills, 90210 ; Nash Bridges ; Freaks and Geeks ; and Walker, Texas Ranger. [2] [5] Her credits also include feature films and theater work. [4]

Currently, Smiley is the entertainment reporter for the Fox Movie Channel, as well as host of HGTV's I Want That! Kitchens, and is sideline reporter for OLN's PBR. [5] In 2007, she became the primary host for The Auction Network. [7]

Smiley appeared in the 2009 horror film Murder World and in the comedy film Good Luck Chuck .

Smiley is married to Lauder Robinson and gave birth to their first child in September 2012.

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