Sun Feb 02 10:00:00 IST 2025: ## Bill Burr Slams Howie Mandel for “Family Reunion” Stunt with Billy Corgan

**Los Angeles, CA** – Comedian Bill Burr is publicly expressing his displeasure with Howie Mandel after a surprise guest appearance by Billy Corgan on Mandel’s podcast, “Howie Mandel Does Stuff.” The unexpected meeting, framed as a “family reunion” based on a long-standing (and ultimately unconfirmed) theory that Burr and Corgan might be half-brothers, left Burr visibly annoyed.

While initial reactions to the podcast episode were unclear, Burr clarified his feelings during a recent appearance on *The Rich Eisen Show*. He accused Mandel of prioritizing ratings over his comfort, calling the host a “Hollywood whore” who disregarded his feelings. “I did not appreciate what Howie did. Not at all,” Burr stated emphatically.

The incident stemmed from a previous podcast appearance by Corgan, where he mentioned a possibility, based on family hearsay, that he and Burr share the same father. Mandel, without informing Burr, then invited Corgan to a subsequent podcast taping featuring Burr, resulting in an awkward encounter. Burr expressed his frustration to both Mandel and Corgan on the podcast, questioning the need to revisit the half-brother speculation.

While Burr maintains his anger towards Mandel’s actions, he also acknowledges the host’s eccentric personality, jokingly remarking on the difficulty of hating a germaphobe. He also stated he harbored no ill will toward Corgan, who himself seemed unaware of Mandel’s plan.

Representatives for Howie Mandel have been contacted for comment.

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