Jimmy Smith (the guy in the hat) and Hank Jones (the guy in the tie) are the clean comedy, vaudeville style ventriloquist act, Smith & Jones. The act was formed in 1997, but Jimmy has dabbled in ventriloquism since his youth in the early 1970's. Hank is the real star of the Smith & Jones show, and he is the fourth member of the Jones family to appear in the Smith & Jones act. They have been inspired by classic ventriloquists like Edgar Bergen, Jimmy Nelson, Paul Winchell, Willie Tyler, and Jay Johnson. Smith & Jones are based in Springfield, Missouri, and they really appreciate you visiting this website no matter where in the world you are!