MEET THE SMOKEY BUSINESS CAST
WHOS WHO AT Q & M
Ashley Jones
Tech Lead
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AUNT LINDA
OWNER/MATRIARCH
The star of the show. Her mother died during a cosmetic surgery at the age of 33, when she was only 5. Her and her family originally from Clayton, North Carolina. At the age of 32, her father was left to raise six children. Heavily impacted by the turbulences of life at any early age, and undergoing the government's attempt to break up her family. Linda's strong personality traits were unveiled. Now following in her father's footsteps because her father enjoyed culinary and was a great cook. Generations of southern recipes were passed on to Linda- from her father and step mother. Today, the family matriarch, the one that acts as the glue, that somehow keeps the family together
through all life's obstacles & dysfunction. Aunt Linda is that person. Linda Ann Banks, a college graduate, published author, and successful serial entrepreneur. She is the owner of O&Ms, Banks Learning Center Daycares, Suites Beauty/Barber Salon, L.T.L. Home Care Agency, launched her own BBQ sauces that are on store
shelves, and now the producer of Smokey Business. Even though her resume is Extensive- nothing tops being a mother to her two beautiful daughters. Aunt Linda is the motivator and voice of reason. She keens things running aS smoothly as possible.
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UNCLE JAMES
HEAD CHEF
Coming from a long line of culinary arts and professional
chefs, it was only right that Uncle James be the Head
Chef of the restaurant. Finding so much joy in the kitchen,
creating delicious foods that make everyone's mouth
water. His special family recipes are the reason many of our
loyal customers return weekly for ribs, chicken, and
more! James Willoughby Jr. is a native of North Carolina but
his heart is in Baltimore, Maryland. A proud HBCU Alumni of
Morgan State University, where he became a lifetime member of
his fraternity: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated.
Uncle James so perfectly fits the family puzzle,
implementing his outgoing, magnetic, but doesn't take
any mess personality.
AISHA MORGAN
HOSTESS/DRAMA QUEEN
Aisha is 28-years young. A mother to three amazing children. Aisha
brings the heat and spice to the food and the show. Facing much of
life's hardship, Aisha lost her mother and father at an early age.
Her mother's murder forever changed her life. Her Aunt Linda is
her inspiration and keeps her focused on her dreams. Aisha is the
hostess, cashier, Junior Grill Master, and helps prep the food at
the restaurant. In a recent survey about the cast, Aisha was
undeniably the cast favorite and most memorable. A young woman
from the hood, striving to see her name in lights, and working
tirelessly to create a beautiful life for her and her children.
TIMOTHY BANKS JR.
TJ AKA HOLLYWOOD
MANAGER
Timothy Banks Jr. better known as TJ, is the smooth
free spirited- young wild and free family member.
Traveling back and forth between Pittsburgh and
California, juggling being an athlete, model, and
mentor to the youth. While also in pursuit of
finding his distinct role within the family business.
In the words of TJ, "I'm on my grind, to get mine.'
TAMIKA MCAFEE
WAITRESS
Also goes by the nickname Meka or Pheenix. A 37
year-old woman, raising her son- as a strong fearless
single mother. Tamika's role in the show, is truly a
memorable one. Born into a big family with 11 siblings
total. Born in Columbus, Ohio: but spent majority of
her life in the steel city. Tamika is the definition of
defeating the odds. Having survived a horrific car
accident, being shot, physical altercations with women
& men, and jail time- Tamika turned her life around
and she's ready to see her name in lights. A future actress
and model in the making!
TIERA MORGAN
COOK
Many are instantly shocked to know that Tiera is a
mother of nine children. Yes 9, and she handles it all
so eloquentlv. And here's a fun fact: she has two sets
of TWINS! She's the manager and cook at the
restaurant, while also juggling her second job
working in health care. We like to refer to her as
the 'Ouiet Storm' she's the laid back one, but won't
let anyone get over on her. Tiera is Aisha's older sister.
SAUCEY SELLIN' SISTERS
SERENITY & LEELYNN
Serenity and Leelynn, born into the family business from the cradle to the grill. The girls are in pursuit to take the sauces to another level by using their tech and social media edge. The next generation challenges the old-school ways, sometimes creating conflict within the family.