Newark, N.J. – Newark’s very own, Bill Bellamy – MTV trailblazer, stand-up comedian and actor – will be at Newark Symphony Hall on April 25th for the official book signing of his hilarious candid memoir, “TOP BILLIN’: Stories of Laughter, Lessons, and Triumph,” launching in stores the same day.

Newark Symphony Hall, N.J.’s largest and oldest Black-led arts and entertainment venue, is inviting Bellamy fans and community members to come and meet Bellamy, the ‘90s favorite hype-man, as he shares the ins and outs of his laugh-out-loud and touching memoir that dives into ‘90s pop culture and his time at MTV where he broke color and class barriers.

Home for performers and creators of color from Newark and around the world, Newark Symphony Hall is dedicated to hosting community-driven events that uplift the arts and its community.

TOP BILLIN’ delves into Bellamy’s remarkable journey of a guy who went against the grain and left a promising corporate career to pursue comedy (much to the dismay of his family) where making the leap paid off—in ways he never expected.

TOP BILLIN’ looks back at Bellamy’s time at MTV during the ‘90s, when the cable music channel was at the epicenter of pop culture. In it, Bellamy recounts his legendary interviews with the biggest pop stars—Tupac, Biggie, and Kurt Cobain—making friends with Janet Jackson, and even coining the infamous term “booty call” on HBO’s “Def Comedy Jam.” During his time at MTV, Bellamy broke color and class barriers, appearing four times a week on the network’s various programs, including “MTV Jamz” and “MTV Beach House.”

Brutally honest and incredibly relatable, Top Billin’ leaves no stone unturned as Bellamy recounts memories, music, and unforgettable moments, including his conversations with some of the decade’s legendary artists, the best of the ‘90s celebri-tea, nostalgia, and insights on what it meant to be a tastemaker during one of the most exciting and innovative periods in music and American pop culture history.

In addition to his book, fans can catch Bellamy on his highly rated weekly podcast “Top Billin’ with Bill Bellamy” featuring conversations with musicians, actors, athletes, and comedians to give listeners a candid view into Hollywood, current events, and the wide world of entertainment past and present. Bellamy most recently wrapped for the highly anticipated comedy film “Back on The Strip,” where he plays Tyriq ‘Da Face’ Cox alongside co-stars Tiffany Haddish, Kevin Hart, J.B. Smoove, and Wesley Snipes.

Tickets to the event can be purchased at https://newarksymphonyhall.org/events/