What REALLY Happened to Ben Johnson? Hate The Player Cast Interview

What really happened behind one of the most infamous moments in sports history?

On Click & Tell, Shamier Anderson, Andrew "King Bach" Bachelor, and Ben Johnson break down Hate The Player: The Ben Johnson Story (Paramount+) — a bold mockumentary that blends comedy with the emotional truth behind Johnson’s 1988 Olympic scandal.

From wild on-set moments (yes… including the “butt double” debate 😂) to the intense prep behind bringing Ben Johnson to life, this conversation goes deeper than you expect.

Shamier reveals how he transformed into Johnson through physical training, dialect coaching, and detailed character study, while Ben reflects on the highs of Olympic glory — and the fallout just 24 hours later. Plus, King Bach dives into influencer culture, algorithms, and the rise of “rage bait.”

🔥 Funny, honest, and unexpectedly emotional — this is the human side of a headline you thought you knew.

In this episode:

• The truth behind the 1988 Olympic scandal

• How Shamier Anderson became Ben Johnson

• The balance of comedy + real-life trauma

• Influencer culture, brand deals & algorithms

• “Rage bait” and viral content strategy

• On-set chemistry, rivalries & behind-the-scenes stories

• Ben Johnson reacts to his portrayal

• What audiences should really take away

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