Background
Smith, Hilda Sykes was born in Baltimore. Daughter of Gradie McKinley and Blanche (Hill) Sykes.
Smith, Hilda Sykes was born in Baltimore. Daughter of Gradie McKinley and Blanche (Hill) Sykes.
Bachelor of Science in Physical Education, Long Island University, 1950.
Interviewer, cashier Finlay's Jewelers, Brooklyn, 1947—1950. Social worker Bureau Child Welfare, New York City, 1950—1957. Instructor, model Scotts Beauty School, Newark, 1961—1966.
Broadcaster Station WHBI, Station WNJR, Newark, WFHA, Red Bank, 1961—1969. Director modeling Mildred Thomas Studio Music, Newark, 1964—1969. Co-owner, director Bal-zac & Misty Morn Studio, West Orange, since 1969.
Director Center Stage Performing Arts Studio, Mount Tabor, talent consultant and manager, since 1982.
Member advisory board County College Morris, Randolph, New Jersey. Member of American Guild Variety Artists (New York ), International Platform Association, United Bodywork and Massage Practitioners Inc.
Married Leroy Smith, May 9, 1952. Children: Roy Sheldon, Kelli Karen.