What happens when you mix an actor, stand-up comedy great and hip-hop icon with a who’s who of celebrity guests?
You get Top Billin’ With Bill Bellamy, the new weekly podcast coming to you live and direct from the Walk Of Fame on Hollywood Boulevard. Whether you know Bill from any of his stand-up shows, “How to Be a Player,” MTV Beach House or on Instagram cracking jokes and sharing tales from his storied career, you know Bill is the embodiment of culture and entertainment.
So join Bill each week as he and your favorite musicians, actors, athletes and of course, comedians give you a candid view into Hollywood, current events, and the wide world of entertainment, past and present…with a funny twist! Come see who’s next on the bill and don’t miss a show! Top Billin’ is a Breakbeat Media production set in Hollywood, CA.
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This week, Bill is joined by the hilarious actor, comedian, writer, and Chicago native Lil Rel Howery.
With his infectious energy and quick wit, he takes center stage, sharing stories from his journey as a stand-up comedian and actor. They dive into the world of comedy, discussing the art of crafting hilarious jokes, finding inspiration in everyday life, and navigating the ups and downs of the comedy industry.
Whether you’re a fan of Lil Rel’s stand-up specials or you simply appreciate the power of laughter.
For many years, Bellamy was a staple on MTV, a VJ and the host of several MTV programs including MTV Jamz and MTV Beach House. He went on to star in a number of movies, including Fled, Love Jones, The Brothers, How to Be a Player, Getting Played and Any Given Sunday. He also appeared on two episodes of the TV show Kenan and Kel. Additionally, he voiced Skeeter on the Nickelodeon television show Cousin Skeeter.
In 2002, Bellamy had a co-starring role in the Fox Network television show Fastlane alongside Peter Facinelli and Tiffani Thiessen. He also appeared frequently as a “roundtable” guest on the late-night E! talk show Chelsea Lately. Bellamy hosted seasons 5 and 6 of NBC’s Last Comic Standing reality show (2007 and 2008). In 2014, he had a recurring role as Councilman Powell on the TV Land original series Hot in Cleveland. He voiced Marcus Hill, a playable character in the 2005 updated version of the NARC video game.
Bellamy hosts Bill Bellamy’s Who’s Got Jokes? on TV One. The show is in its fourth season; he is an executive producer for it. In 2020, he starred in the Netflix miniseries Self Made.
This Week’s Special Guest:
Lil Rel Howery: Comedian, actor, writer, and producer Lil Rel Howery is a movie star. His role as TSA agent Rod Williams in the Oscar-winning instant classic Get Out (2017), written and directed by Jordan Peele ushered Howery into superstar status. His keen ability to mesh humor and honor resonated so deeply with audiences that Howery became not only the breakout star but a cultural champion. Winner of the Best Comedic Performance in a Movie at the MTV Movie & Television Awards, nominated for IMAGE Award for Best Supporting Actor and crowned Bernie Mac Comedy King of the Year, Howery is experiencing success at a rate bestowed upon few in Hollywood’s history. As Howery ascends, he also had the lead role in the film Uncle Drew, and guest stars alongside Issa Rae in the fearlessly funny HBO smash comedy series Insecure as Quentin.
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