Milton "Butterball" Smith was one of Miami, Florida's most well-known
radio personalities in the early and mid 1960s. A robust man, Smith
earned the nickname "Butterball" because as he put it, "Man, I just
love to eat!" At almost 6 feet 2 inches, Smith weighed over 250 pounds.
A friend of John Lee Hooker and local South Florida singing legend
Steve Alaimo, The Butterball's original liner notes can still be bought
today along with Johnn Lee Hooker's album, That's Where It's At, which
was recorded in Miami in 1961 with Steve Alaimo on vocals and guitar.
It was his friendship with Alaimo which led to his first acting gig as
the bartender in the motorcycle cult flick, The Wild Rebels. Smith
acted with his pal in a few more local films. Milton "Butterball" Smith
died a few years ago, but he left behind his legacy; a talented,
friendly, artist, and personable human being.
Graduated from Tennessee University with Bachlors of Science Degree.
Served in Korea in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1950-1952.
Worked for WFEC, WAME,and WMBM radio stations as a DJ.
Graduated with a B.S.from Tennessee State University, where he played football. Joined the U.S. Marine Corps and served in the Korean War. Moved to Florida in 1952. Had four children, two sons and two daughters.