7PM in Brooklyn with Carmelo Anthony Bill Bellamy shares HILARIOUS UNTOLD Shaq & Michael Jordan stories, talks creating rizz & more
Dec 1, 2025
Stand-up comedian and actor Bill Bellamy joins to share hilarious stories from his career. He recalls playing basketball with Michael Jordan during the Space Jam era and memorable celebrity encounters, including a surreal meeting with Michael Jackson and Biggie. Bill dives into wild prank stories involving Shaquille O'Neal and reflects on how he coined the term 'booty call' on Def Comedy Jam. With insights on the comedy and film world, he emphasizes the importance of betting on himself early in his journey.
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MTV As A Cultural Doorway
- Bill reflects that MTV's platform in the early 90s allowed him to act as a cultural ambassador for Black fashion and music.
- He credits that era with changing mainstream perceptions by placing relatable Black personalities in living rooms nationwide.
Playing In MJ's Space Jam Bubble
- Bill Bellamy describes being invited by Michael Jordan to play on the Space Jam-era bubble and feeling overwhelmed by the pros' level.
- He quickly realized he belonged off the court and leaned into comedy after the run escalated beyond pickup play.
90s Cross-Genre Cultural Playgrounds
- Bill recalls Rock and Jock as a rare cross-genre cultural moment where athletes, musicians, and comedians collided for playful competition.
- He says those looser 90s environments allowed genuine interaction across entertainment industries that feel constrained today.