Selly B is a dynamic stand-up comedian, producer, actress, and entrepreneur from Chicago who has been blazing stages since 2023. After a tragic family loss in 2020, she discovered her true purpose—spreading laughter and love through comedy and food. That same year, she co-founded Jerk Italy Catering with her family, and in 2023 she fused her culinary talents with producing and performing comedy. Selly has performed at The Comedy Bar, The Laugh Factory, House of Blues, and Riddles Comedy Club, and was featured on Lil Rel and Friends at Kennedy King College. She has produced over 14 shows, with 8 sellouts, and will be showcased at this year’s What’s Funny Comedy Festival. With her newest project, Laugh Therapy by Selly B, coming soon to TV, she continues expanding her reach. Known for her powerful story, resilience, and electric stage presence, Selly B is one of Chicago’s fastest-rising comedic voices.
What are Her Major Achievements?
Performed at The Laugh Factory, Comedy Bar, House of Blues, and Riddles Comedy Club; featured on Lil Rel and Friends at Kennedy King College; produced 14 shows with 8 sellouts; part of the 2025 What’s Funny Comedy Festival lineup. Now expanding into television with Laugh Therapy by Selly B.
What is Her Impact as an Influencer?
Selly blends comedy and catering to build community, model resilience after loss, and create uplifting spaces for audiences and fellow artists.
What are Her Current Projects?
Producing Chicago shows, bringing Jerk Italy pop-ups into venues, preparing for her October 13 feature at Riddles Comedy Club, and launching her new TV production Laugh Therapy by Selly B.
Who Does She Credit for Her Success?
First and foremost, God. Deep gratitude to her family, loyal supporters, and mentors including Knowledge Beckum, Lil Rel, Leon Rogers, Sheldon Calhoun, Dr. Kayla, Kyree the Comedian, Chad Roby, Marlon Mitchell, O.J. Lamont, Tiny Thickums, Marvin Mason, the Indie TV Studio team, her manager Tiffany W, Tika Ward, and Carlton Jones—who each played a role in shaping and supporting her journey.
What is Her Ultimate Goal?
To build a legacy that merges food, comedy, and culture—creating opportunities, uplifting communities, and scaling her impact nationally and globally, on stage and on screen.
Check Out Selly Online:
- Website: jerkitaly.com
- Event: peerpop.io/events/
comediansellybliveatriddlescom edyclub - Shop: bonfire.com/store/selly-b-shop
- Upcoming Show: events.eventnoire.com/e/whats-
funny-comedy-festival- showcase-dawn-b - Instagram: instagram.com/sellysworld
- Facebook: facebook.com/SelleccaBallenger