Bill and Kristen Bellamy Mark 24 Years of Marriage

How It Started Vs. How It’s Going

Bill Bellamy and his wife, Kristen Bellamy, are celebrating a major milestone. The Black Love Fam Instagram account shared a side-by-side collage on April 13, featuring their wedding-day snapshot alongside a current image of the duo looking as happy as ever. The caption read, “How it started vs. How it’s going 😍 Today is our #BlackLoveFam @billbellamy & @kristenbellamy’s 24th WEDDING ANNIVERSARY!!! 🥹🙌🏾💍 A partnership rooted in grace, laughter, and showing up daily 🙏🏾🖤 Let’s send Bill & Kristen some love in the comments!!! 👇🏾.” You can view the full post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DK9u8nNxnUn/

A Career Defined By Laughter

Bill Bellamy, 59, first rose to fame as a VJ on MTV’s iconic Yo! MTV Raps in the early 1990s. Known for coining the phrase “booty call” in the 1997 comedy How to Be a Player, he has since starred in films such as The Brothers (2001) and Malone (1987). Beyond the big screen, Bellamy has toured the country as a stand-up comic, appearing at venues like the Baltimore Comedy Factory and the Funny Bone chain. His quick wit and signature comic timing have kept him in high demand—most recently promoting shows in cities like Cleveland and Chicago on his Instagram page.

According to Bellamy’s Wikipedia profile, he married Kristen on October 13, 1999, in New Jersey. Over those two-plus decades, the couple built a life centered on family and mutual support. Readers may recognize Kristen from the occasional red-carpet appearance alongside her husband; she prefers to stay out of the spotlight but plays a pivotal role behind the scenes.

Bill’s Recent Tributes To Family

This anniversary tribute follows another heartfelt post earlier this year. On Mother’s Day, Bellamy honored Kristen’s dedication to their children, sharing a photo of Kristen with their daughter, Bailey Ivory Rose, and son, Baron. His caption read, “Great Moms exude a certain love that is felt by all… For this I am grateful and happy to celebrate @kristenbellamy—you are one of one… We love you… @baileyivoryrose @baronbellamy @billbellamy.” That post is still live on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DJhp62ePysv/

Together, Bill and Kristen have navigated the highs and lows of Hollywood life, from red-carpet premieres to late-night studio tours. They’ve remained private about many personal details but consistently share glimpses of their bond in short but touching social-media moments. Fans frequently comment on their mutual laughter and unwavering support, qualities that the Bellamys say are the secret to their success both onstage and off.

Looking ahead, the couple will mark a quarter-century of marriage in five years—a milestone they’ve hinted at celebrating with a family vacation. For now, they’re basking in the outpouring of love from followers, friends, and fellow entertainers.

As the comments flood in, the core message remains clear: two people who found each other nearly 25 years ago are still choosing to show up every day, turning partnership into a lasting legacy.

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Bill Bellamy gained fame for his appearances on MTV, particularly as a host of the show 'MTV Jamz' in the 1990s.

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