Kelly J the BAM, a Columbus, Ohio based millennial media personality covering entertainment, television, movies, R&B culture, travel, lifestyle, and authentic brand partnerships.

Entertainment • Lifestyle • Millennial Culture

Helping people discover what to watch, where to go, and what’s actually worth the hype.

Hi, I’m Kelly J Earnest, professionally known as Kelly J the BAM.

I’m a Columbus, Ohio based millennial media personality who blends comedy, commentary, and authentic storytelling across entertainment, TV, millennial culture, travel, hospitality, and the everyday moments that give us something to connect over :)

Life’s too short for bad shows, boring date nights, forgettable vacations, and overhyped products. Whether I’m breaking down the latest TV finale, reviewing a restaurant, covering a creator event, or partnering with a brand, my goal is always the same: keep it honest, make it entertaining, and leave you with something worth talking about.

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Featured Coverage

Kelly J the BAM sharing her honest commentary and millennial perspective on a trending Netflix documentary through humor, storytelling, and authentic entertainment analysis.
Kelly J the BAM previewing the B2K and Pretty Ricky Verzuz, sharing her excitement, expectations, and millennial perspective before covering the experience.
Kelly J the BAM and her husband reviewing Cut 132 Steakhouse in Columbus, Ohio for their Married & Still Dating series, sharing an honest restaurant review and date night experience.
Kelly J the BAM and her daughter covering the B2K and Pretty Ricky Millennium Tour, sharing their concert review and celebrating millennial R&B culture through their perspective and experience. I love this one because it says covering, concert review
Kelly J the BAM reviewing MGM+’s From Season 4, Episode 10, sharing her millennial perspective, fan theories, and honest television commentary.
Kelly J the BAM covering the Cincinnati Music Festival as a Procter & Gamble media guest, highlighting one of the country’s premier celebrations of R&B, hip-hop, and Black music culture.
Kelly J the BAM partnering with Dermalogica and Ulta Beauty to share an authentic skincare routine, beauty recommendations, and lifestyle content through creative storytelling with her daughter.
Kelly J the BAM partnering with A&W Restaurants to create authentic family lifestyle content, featuring a Family Sunday Funday filled with nostalgic games, humor, and memorable moments through creative brand storytelling.

Current Location

Columbus, Ohio