Original "Aunt Viv" Janet Hubert On How it Feels to Get Reputation Back After "Fresh Prince" Reunion

This segment aired on the KTLA 5 Weekend Morning News on Sunday, November 29, 2020.

[@rollandcurtis874]

It's incredibly sad that Mr. James Avery was not alive to see this reconciliation.

[@NellieKAdaba]

True

[@geraldgreen5371]

He is definitely one deceased celebrity l wish we could have back.....

[@laner1172]

As if he would have cared lmao. It's called acting.

[@AQuinn0630]

@@laner1172 what’s wrong with people like you

[@laner1172]

@@AQuinn0630 James Avery worked with her for like a year. He would probably care more about seeing his real family and Will etc than someone who was supposedly difficult on set.

[@Linda-dr4wq]

So happy they showed us what forgiveness looks like.

[@ladawnemalone2955]

She is so eloquent with her words ✨

[@michaelhedgemond603]

Facts!

[@rvpstudioscanada3991]

Glad I am *still alive* to see it.

[@savannahtalbert4221]

@ Linda • Absolutely!

[@thearough]

They showed us wrong. We need to learn forgiveness requires retribution, amends, being indebted to for life, justice and getting back monetarily what could actualy not be given back. The planet have agreed to be at peace an civil with a government which has given us a slow death, spiritual, physically moral and the own our children and our God given destiny. That type of forgiveness is a sin we are so darn Disney and child like. Always complementing this fake "class" people that gain class, respect and status in society Take back fight, get cold and callous, get rowdy, steel get low down and dirty, eye for eye, NOT CLASSY. What he did to her causes cancer and health problem best believe he took her life too. He destroyed her legacy and the wealth of her generations

[@TheFever77]

The interviewer was genuinely nice to Janet and had no angle which is rare for a tv interview. So well done to that lady.

[@blkmama2604]

I agree. She didn't attempt to bring up bad stuff, just focused on the healing and the admiration for Ms. Hubert. Great interview.

[@naturallyigbo]

She is amazing! I am a fan. She will go places!

[@focusedontruth4862]

Yeah, I noticed that too. A breath of fresh air🌬

[@IllIllIllIllIII]

I think that's why Janet chose to do the interview with this channel, she knew she would have a genuine interviewer

[@alvarovaldovinos6836]

Janet's face looks so much more at ease and in peace. She is a true fighter.

[@raynettescoggins702]

Yep. Sure does.

[@dylonjones2955]

She does look different!

[@carbon.the.christ5626]

Right about that,crazy what hate can do

[@cbncb777]

I still see the pain. Hate will consume you.

[@jbee6549]

I agree she looks happier and younger

[@kateokereke7047]

The interviewer was so kind to her. So refreshing to see

[@tangieshort40]

As if they’ve been following her story and know it’s her time.

[@cl4840]

Agreed and respectful. Dayna did this interview with Janet justice. Fantastic interview. Love Janet!

[@final1fantasy]

It wasn't just the healing. We LOVED you AND missed you. We NOTICED, that you were gone. But, we didn't have a way to let you know this.

[@TheOnetimeshawty]

Truth

[@BlessedBeyondCompare]

Absolutely. My favorite thing about her was that she was able to carry herself with such grace and elegance, and yet be believable as the sister to Will's mom - to have grown up in the hood. That's what I found so remarkable about the scene where she put that big burly dude in his place. It was not a stretch at all that a woman like that could be both dignified and unafraid to get her hands dirty haha. I love her so much and I felt like the second Aunt Viv was elegant but not believable at all as Will's mom's sister.

[@sersastark]

This statement!!! We loved and missed her. She was our Aunt Vivian Banks. No offence ever made to Daphne Maxwell-Reed, she was dealt an awkward hand for replacing Janet Hubert, but we just wanted our OG Aunt Viv back.

[@Overit1975]

YES I stopped watching the show after she left. I wrote to the studio. But you see how karma is. Will paid and is now forgiven.

[@ethelberksteiner3450]

FACTS!!!

[@KellsterMakeup]

She is such a beautiful and classy woman, it's so sad that black Hollywood missed out on her talent for so many years.

[@Soulofaman]

Love your channel

[@Frainkey]

Black Hollywood?? Lost me there. Hollywood is and has always been white folks thing. Blacks exist in it but they own it and ultimately control it. Bollywood. That's different. We should create our own like they did, call it BACKWOOD. 😂😂

[@samanthaholmes186]

I agree beautiful and talented

[@Sweetdification]

No Frank's Weeks Jr Its more like Nollywood It even Change by itself whilst I was Typing to Bollywood?! It show's the Control we Are Under Our people don't know About their own people in Nigeria because you must seek things out?! Smh and its hidden But Babylon is Fallen they know it But the people of Yahweh' through Yeshua Shall Stand Specific to 400 years Biblical Slavery it's All Written And Already Done?!

[@Frainkey]

@@Sweetdification I know what Nollywood is. Lmao. Tried to change when I typed it too.. I'm familiar with my roots. Trust me, in being rooted, there's definitely a clear difference in Nollywood and American Blacks. I'd like to see classic american hood movies offered throughout Nollywood. There's definitely a culture barrier. I plan on visiting Africa when I'm not struggling and done plenty of research. Yes, I know there's hella opportunity out there but only after you establish decent income here first. Money still talks but goal set. Backwood. Reason I laughed is that Backwoods is a brand of blunts. People roll weed in backwoods. Fits for a hood version of hollywood. Conversation didn't have to go this deep but, I don't mind the conversation.

[@christnerdz2482]

Despite it all...she does not look like what she's been through. She's an inspiration. Time for restitution.

[@nicolejonson3133]

Restitutions for what she had a choice not to go on with her own career

[@rcthatsme2000]

@@nicolejonson3133 it was NOT a choice after being blackballed in her ENTIRE career. I am unmoved one way or another as far as restitution goes, but it is absolutely necessary for all to see: 1) the power of words once spoken, 2) the need to resolve issues with a sense of urgency to avoid compounding the harm, 3) the transformative power of owning your own crap, and 4) great things can always be created even in the least desired circumstances (i.e. forgiveness, connection, impact, fortitude, creativity, etc).

[@rubywedderburn6528]

💯 Agree with you Yes yes yes Restitution is definitely "In Order"

[@gavinbotha2324]

Sad that we didn’t get to see more of her in her prime but happy that she’s healing❤️❤️❤️

[@TheBrownIsland]

So True. She had so much to Offer. Still does.

[@rasheeda1303]

@@TheBrownIsland she's similar to Cicely Tyson💜

[@AMATEURDECORATINGLIKEAPRO]

I love Janet! I would love to see her in a dramatic series. She will bring the heat and take the spotlight! She is a powerful actress! Love her!

[@DAVEDKIIINGMUSIC]

facts!

[@janetwoods7362]

Will you should have done this year's ago! Oh that's right you were to busy and your career would have never let the truth come out!

[@dereon_babes3741]

@@DAVEDKIIINGMUSIC ,// ..,,

[@rasheeda1303]

Yes empowerment vibes. #Respect❣

[@bonitahobbs2097]

@AMATEUR DECORATING LIKE A PRO. ..🌟🔥🔥🌟"POWW- WERE- FULL"!!!🌟🔥🔥🌟♥️

[@OurKindofEntertainment]

Damn, just her SMILE in the thumbnail warmed my heart before watching a single second of this video 😊

[@KerlyneHosana]

she looks like a COMPLETELY different person! You can just see that light reignited in her eyes 🥰

[@patrickboulware7159]

Yes AGREE!!

[@DredScott2010]

She's beautiful

[@ethelberksteiner3450]

That smile is EVERYTHING!!!❤️❤️❤️

[@cohollin26]

Ikr every time I see her that dance pops up in my head 😂😂

[@lovelydiva06]

Janet looks like a weight has been lifted off her shoulders, she now looks genuinely happy now that her and her fresh prince family has made amends and I’m happy for her, may her career be revived and may she continue to be happy

[@NellieKAdaba]

I agree.

[@queenlauren7389]

Definitely agree. She looks better.

[@marlenepollard5617]

Oh yes she does look beautiful as ever, one should never die with a heavy weight on your shoulders and in your heart.

[@Jamezito]

My mother always says that holding resentment within your heart is like a poison that gets progressively more damaging. Forgiveness is not only for the receiving person but more importantly for yourself. Will was an immature teen back then but now he is a wise grown man and I'm happy for both of them.

[@dwaynebeamon5105]

Really well she shaded Alfonso Rivera in an interview after that show

[@Bearded_Bavarian]

Once she was replaced the show was never the same IMO. She was and will always be Aunt Viv!

[@Yukia76]

Yes nobody can replace Aunt Viv she was Sassy

[@maplelu9514]

Yes I love her it’s a shame that she wasn’t the same off screen at the time, I would have loved to see her more it’s a shame

[@jss8215]

Replaced with the watered down version.

[@Bearded_Bavarian]

@@jss8215 I agree. The new Aunt Viv was way more subdued. Less fiery and passionate. The original Aunt Viv had emotion and a take no crap attitude.

[@opnspa55]

True!I stopped watching when she left

[@stephsays-503]

The ONLY Aunt Viv I'll EVVVVVVVER acknowledge, only 80's babies will feel me. ❤🙏🏾😔

[@Utriedit215]

The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air didn't come out in the 80s what the hell are you talkin about

[@jaydenk1938]

Janet is the best aunt viv but if you can't acknowledge Daphne as another aunt viv then I'm sure most of the cast won't want to accept you as a fan as she was an excellent aunt viv

[@marvelous2885]

Absolutely, that role was never the same after Janet, her shoes were too big to fill #FACTS

[@welp5468]

She was just amazing

[@stephsays-503]

@@jaydenk1938 First of all who in the hell is Daisy and secondly if you didn't understand the post along with the other 50+ people who loved the entire cast but had a PREFERENCE then I can't help you. 🤔😬🤫🥴🤦🏾‍♀️

[@grabboid1017]

I love this interview the most because of this female Anchor...she is so excited for her. She seems like a real fan

[@Sigma2HisAlpha]

She truly does man

[@DavidRichardson95]

Let's continue to give this woman her flowers and the opportunities that she was long overdue for. Long live the the _original_ Aunt Viv!!!!

[@bnwo]

She said she quite the show, first of all. second, she tried to steal the show from will. Simp.

[@tabienvien]

@@bnwo why are you commenting this under multiple things when it’s not even true

[@bnwo]

@@tabienvien Because it is true

[@tabienvien]

@@bnwo she never tried to steal the show

[@bnwo]

@@tabienvien yes she did, and she said she did, and others have confirmed she did.

[@rasheeda1303]

Being called a difficult bish to work with yet adored by fans for MANY years can have a person on a verge of a nervous breakdown..welcome back Aunt Viv💕

[@gjugjudarling3627]

Dayum. I never knew he said such a thing. Wwwwwwwow Will. Hush my puppies

[@rasheeda1303]

@@gjugjudarling3627 where is Will's name..#Vain🤫

[@marlenepollard5617]

65 yrs old and Georgeously Beautiful with a touch of Elegance and Sophistication. Many blessings Blessings for our Beautiful Lady.

[@Erinsalvadorhah88]

65??? Jeez she barely looks 50! Amazing

[@trawlins396]

Her hair is BEAUTIFUL!

[@Toshikochan0]

The best aunt Viv and honestly I just pretend that she was the only one. I was so upset when they replaced her. So happy for her!

[@joywilkins64]

Yes! Agreed!

[@getreal4real169]

Yup

[@czarinaczar]

I never warmed up to the new one, whose name I still don't know. 😏

[@DFergie722]

Agreed.

[@OutsideTheGlobe]

Me too. Fresh Prince is on netflix and keep watching only the episodes with her

[@anthonyortiz1387]

Aunt viv looks great, she can still play upstanding strong woman roles.

[@needahandle]

I want to see her act. She is charismatic. An energy there

[@DigitalWeezie]

absolutely

[@ngeri06]

Aunt Janet deserves alllll of the roses! I’m so grateful to see her healing! So much love to her!

[@Minkkyblacc]

Aunt viv lol but I get where you coming from I totally agree

[@axelfoley1406]

She was such a great character...Almost like a west coast version of Claire Huxtable. Strong, confident and well educated.

[@freedamerican5243]

Well said!

[@tinytowz4471]

Hi. Mrs. Viv Banks was originally Miss Viv Smith from Philly, y'all. 😊 #eastcoast

[@brendabarnes7308]

Janet is super talented! She brought a whole vibe to that character.

[@BlessedBeyondCompare]

Absolutely!!!

[@jonstefanik9400]

She's the real Aunt Viv! My favorite Aunt Viv moments is when she wit tha sistas!!

[@BlessedBeyondCompare]

@@jonstefanik9400 YES!!!

[@LonghornsLegend]

She was and it was always strange they picked a new aunt viv who seemingly had no talent. Nothing against Daphne Reid, but Janet Hubert was so talented in so many ways it's almost a shame she hasn't done anything else to show off her skills

[@LonghornsLegend]

@@jonstefanik9400 DIVASSS!!!!

[@darreylhenderson702]

It wasn't just a healing for Janet and Will and the cast- it was also a healing for us fans! Stay blessed everyone!

[@venikeque]

True

[@eloragladheon5193]

True dat because I stopped watching the show shortly after Janet left!

[@DigitalWeezie]

i know i'm late but thats right because, they just snatched her away from us and DIDN"T TELL US NOTHINGGGG!!! ( i digress)

[@camilleeckles7150]

When Janet, said u can't give me back 27 years. Glad they broke the curse💯

[@Sweetdification]

And Returns Back To Senders Isaiah 54:17 Halleluyah

[@RC-ib4vh]

All these years, she has been telling the truth! So glad that she is getting her name cleared 🙏🏼💓💓

[@trill_dabangman5469]

Telling the truth about what

[@ozziewarrens8804]

@@trill_dabangman5469 - Will Smith's evil vengeance.

[@SoulSearch11110]

I never doubted her

[@Choxchip63]

They made her look like the bad guy I’m happy this situation has been taken care of

[@carbon.the.christ5626]

Also Will Smith has seemed like a level headed mature guy for a long time now. She could have easily reached out and I'm sure this would have happened earlier. Instead she spent her time hating Will from afar,and attacking his family. Which basically confirmed what he already believed, which was that she hated him.

[@Steampunkkids]

Janet Huber is an amazing woman and entertainer.

[@susansusan138]

Yes she is

[@rvpstudioscanada3991]

Hubert

[@lyndoraburroughs-robinson5663]

Favorite fresh Prince episode was the Dance Audition 💃🏿😁😁💯❤

[@jesle7090]

Steampunkkids I loved her as Aunt Viv, but Janet Hubert is not an amazing woman. There was a reason for her getting fired

[@umermahmood]

Janet is still looking remarkable after all these years. I'm glad to see her get some much needed closure.

[@laylow91cabrera94]

So you’ll clap it is what you saying ? Lol

[@umermahmood]

@@laylow91cabrera94 Yes lol, cuz all I was thinking was sex instead of having compassion for her pain. Jeez.

[@laylow91cabrera94]

@@umermahmood I’m just messing with you bro relax. Lol

[@umermahmood]

It's water under the bridge dude.@@laylow91cabrera94

[@laylow91cabrera94]

@@umermahmood cool

[@titikay9129]

This was so emotional to watch. The interviewer was so loving, genuine and warm. Janet's spirit has been renewed. Happiness cannot hide. I love this interview!

[@rbertmith4564]

She has class, Janet is really blessed..

[@jordanharrington1890]

That’s ridiculous how long this took, I need to see her in movies and TV shows ASAP 👏🏾

[@firstnationfall5451]

Facts!!!

[@axelfoley1406]

Both have egos...What do you expect? Lol. Typical entertainers. However, she is a great actress.

[@lamentation0078]

YES YES YES !!!!!

[@Dubediton7]

@@axelfoley1406 correction human being

[@dls8139]

#B1

[@JT-mo8fk]

That episode of her dancing and showing the young girls how it's done was epic. I was a fan but that put me in super fan mode.🥰

[@kawahipalmer3999]

I just watched that episode, one of my favorite!!!

[@X_Y_Z2024]

Yassss!!!

[@yolanda5756]

🤗My favorite episode! That episode is what I think of everytime anyone says "Aunt Viv"💃

[@JT-mo8fk]

@@yolanda5756 Yup, that was her signature stamp, it solidified the character role and embedded her in our minds & hearts.

[@VanessaRimmer4]

I saw in her interview with Will that she use to do Broadway before appearing on The fresh prince. How cool was that!! 😍😍

[@GodGirlP]

Man , ONLY if Uncle Phil was around to See them Squash the Beef.😪 RIP UNCLE PHIL.💕

[@deloresburke1197]

I feel James Avery was complicit with Will Smith’s campaign against Janet Hubert.

[@dreadxplayzs7849]

@@deloresburke1197 it doesn't matter what u think happened,at least they moved on and now every reunion can be filled with joy and not "where is the orginal aunt Viv" something that should've happened a long time ago.

[@cavoreo]

@@dreadxplayzs7849 shut up!

[@GodGirlP]

@@deloresburke1197 where did you see that at?

[@deloresburke1197]

The guy who played the butler stated in a interview that James Avery called him to get his opinion on whether they should fire Janet. He stated that he was not going to throw her under the bus. Every body got a phone call to decide her fate. I think it is just pathetic for a group of co-workers to decide whether you can continue to work or not. Do your research on his interviews, you will find it.

[@BajanBoo]

Aunt Viv dance is a classic. That dance was fierce and was everything. She own that role with confidence. Wish she had more movie roles, she would of been leaving great memories and now retiring at 65. I wish her the best, lovely lady and it’s never to late to regain your image

[@mandadee4731]

I have always loved Janet. She's a gorgeous being. I'm glad she's healing. Thanks also to Will Smith for reaching out to her. He's a good son. 💕

[@soonnya]

Sure, after "he" singlehandedly destroyed her career.....however, it's time to HEAL!

[@flowforever8890]

Forgiveness and admitting you were wrong goes a long way in life.

[@naaiiiz]

He fckd her life as she said

[@mrisht2308]

Her reputation never went in the first place. I’m only 31 and grown up watching that. She was always missed.

[@audreysamuels6077]

Amen.

[@pierreo33]

I'm 29 and have been watching fresh prince all my life... had no idea about this drama

[@meadowgailer5659]

It was ruined within the industry

[@Utriedit215]

Sweetie she couldn't get a job for years she did a couple of appearances on TV shows her reputation was ruined through Hollywood come on reading comprehension

[@mrisht2308]

I was a little child when this was big and still loved it! And Power Rangers was new back then to! The original ones

[@highlyfavored12]

It's so sweet that both of the aunt Viv's hugged... you can tell it was very sincere.

[@shinebabyshine.]

Man I hope she starts acting again. She’s so poised and talented

[@clashon4life843]

💯

[@danielleporter1829]

She guest starred as Evangeline's mother while "One Life To Live" for a few years while it was on

[@MrMuaythai84]

well with the woke amrica going woke everything is black this black that she will get another chance

[@marvelous2885]

Yes glad it wasn't Gail

[@gabelogan5877]

She had a recurring role of an Alzheimer’s patient on GH.

[@beverlyboo9075]

When they hugged the whole world was in that hug. I so needed to see grown people being grown. It was so beautiful. Makes me cry every time I see it and them.

[@Pathrissia]

Her reputation was never ruined for me as I never knew of their drama 🤷‍♀️

[@xCandieex]

I guess she means in the industry. Because it was hard for her to get jobs because will said she was difficult.

[@EB-gt1pq]

Apparently she treated her cast mates horribly. But I thought she played her role extremely well.

[@Aahil008]

@@EB-gt1pq that was in the second season when she was in an abusive relationship. And she didn’t treat them poorly, she was just more quiet

[@devinngeorge]

I hope this allows her to share her craft in Hollywood now.

[@crypticvinforever6350]

Witch

[@dayzour123]

@@crypticvinforever6350 lmfaooo u said witch

[@meron1098]

Me too she deserves it

[@ryanamari2233]

@@dayzour123 she is spellbinding so it makes sense

[@dayzour123]

@@ryanamari2233 what are u talking about

[@michellemahbelle13]

I can’t believe she’s gonna be 65!!!!!

[@hitokiribattousai7703]

She's still so beautiful

[@cavoreo]

With a body of a 25 yr old. Smoking hot.

[@JT-mo8fk]

Damn, me either..looks really good too

[@misslady582]

Wait 65?! Where is she keeping that fountain of youth?!

[@LG-kx8xl]

Tyler Perry needs to contact her. He's helped revive the careers of many who were once great, but forgotten. Its her time. Idk if Will has things in the works (she said there's a project she can't talk about yet), but somebody needs to step up to showcase her still, great talent.🙏

[@ccjammy5270]

He already has, she played on If loving you is wrong on OWN.

[@Wasssup313]

Also played ellas sister on house of Payne

[@ibnbrydie]

💜🕎💜

[@roddo1955]

Tyler Perry should stay miles away. For all his success and accomplishments; That man makes mediocre movies. He fetishizes the black struggle and sells it to the highest(whitest) bidder.

[@maximusprime3459]

@@roddo1955 Wait, how does he sell it to the highest (whitest) bidder when the productions are soley created by him alone?

[@walktalk_208]

Shes still so pretty. She has a good dress sense.

[@jaelenrandolph2030]

Poised

[@messybabyyoda6248]

Did anyone else get chills when she said “boy do not test me!?” LoL

[@rasheeda1303]

She said it with respect and respect was given 😅🤣😅🤣

[@udntknomeXX]

That was a mama talking to a youngin & demanding respect.... Love it

[@selkertazumi9660]

To tiny lister no less who just recently passed. The circle of life, smh.

[@jovanyzapata4602]

“Boy do not test me!” ... Tha’s our black momma right there! 🙌🏼🥰

[@mahmamia5100]

"yes ma'am"

[@kaiel9z]

She was hands down my favorite Aunt Viv!

[@carolrobinson4788]

💯

[@brownbbydoll1777]

Facts ! She’s everyone’s favorite Aunt Viv ‼️✊🏾👏🏾

[@shirlsshirls8594]

I love how much this interviewer showered her with praise! Janet Hubert is such a class act, this is amazing! Hollywood needs to write her a check for those years lost!

[@deidresekud2570]

Will needs to write her that check. Its his immaturity that cost her those 27 years of income. Jmho

[@EOV-jg2ux]

@@deidresekud2570 How did he cost her 27yrs of income? She quit, and at every opportunity, including her unsung, she spewed bitterness. I hope things work out for her, but people need to stop ignoring her own role in what happened to her.

[@thinkfree2258]

@@EOV-jg2ux Kinda hard to talk about something when your career starts and stops at one place, and after such a short period of time. Her "bitterness" was justified. With a baby, too? I feel her pain.

[@marvingonzalez6891]

By FAR she played the best Mom on that show

[@kathylove2561]

That's not to take away from the second Aunt, it's just that she was suddenly taken from us and it felt like our hearts were ripped out. Will had to clear her name because it would clear his name/legacy also. We refused to forget about this lady❤️

[@miimuse6045]

@@kathylove2561 The other Aunt Viv added nothing to the show. She was just there.

[@kathylove2561]

@@miimuse6045 I know. I'm just saying that she had nothing to do with this crap. The first Aunt Viv was a tough character to follow. I don't blame her. For years we the fans lifted the first Aunt Viv up, imagine how that made her feel. I felt bad for her. Wasn't her fault.

[@blackurustrikes2328]

That show was not the same when Janet left. It's a dayam shame this went on for so LONG.

[@TheBrownIsland]

Sure wasn't. It only lasted another 3 Seasons, because of the change in the Comedic dynamic between Carlton, Will & Uncle Phil. They made Carlton funnier & dorkier. The show would've lasted longer―5more years with her. Janet Hubert, the Original & powerful Aunt Viv. _Janet reached out so many times and was ignored. So finally Will grew up, dropped the Ego and decided to to do the right thing; especially since the Reunion was coming up and he knew people would have a fit._

[@robbinshamburger5065]

Right i stop watching the show

[@robbinshamburger5065]

When aunt viv took off her earrings 😹

[@DigitalWeezie]

periodT

[@DigitalWeezie]

@@TheBrownIsland damn skippy

[@cheddarcheese375]

J cole spoke on how uncle Phil was a father figure growing up with out a dad ... just imagine what Janet was to us growing up in a dysfunctional family... we want Monique back too she deserve it ...

[@shanicesmith1938]

It would be nice if Hollywood keeps them booked 🙏🏽

[@makeyourself1988]

My god, she looks incredible for 65 and she has as brilliant is Fresh Prince

[@percybland256]

MORE BRILLIANT

[@marlenepollard5617]

Aunt Viv character was an inspiration for girls and young women of my time . I hope one day she realizes the impact of her influence on the black female that we needed and still needs in our lives.. Lady Janet may God shine his everlasting light on you and your family. Many Blessings for our Beautiful Janet Hubert live well my dearest ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@aj25055]

She’s still stunning!

[@fountain855]

She is 65!?!

[@yezmirsheppard-halika6892]

Damn she 65, I aint even know lol. Yeah u right.

[@KreativeSoul]

It makes me shed tears at the fact that all she needed was to be heard,all she wanted/needed was 1 chance to clear her name...it’s just a great feeling to see a situation play out so classy..with all the chaos we have going on

[@David-ls2et]

65?! She doesnt look like she aged at all! Much love to the OG AUNT VIV

[@yomif4858]

One great thing that happened in 2020. I'm so glad she's back in the business and got her reputation back. She's an extremely talented actress and was always my favorite Aunt Viv. ❤

[@ataalexander3839]

When God speaks miraculous things happen, I’m so ecstatic that so much is yet to come from the Fresh Prince family. I know that the rest will make history all over again. Ms.Janet Hubert in this day and age. YOU are needed and very necessary to us all. I will never forget just chilling with my little ones watching everyone on the cast, laughing with tears falling from my face praying you all would do this forever. I look forward to seeing what’s next. Thank you all for such great memories when times were more simple. When a t.v dinner and the fresh prince was the best.

[@bubblespop1136]

Janet, you are so beloved. We (your audience) missed you!

[@kameronmitchell5867]

Definitely a side note, but man those interviewers really showed love and respect!

[@LEM19284]

That interview should win an Emmy. Awesome!

[@cheraun]

I concur. They gave janet Hubert the respect and adoration she deserved. And it felt very genuine.

[@realascanb222]

They did

[@blerinabulica4980]

Janet Hubert is the definition of sheer elegance, grace and strength, we would love to see her back !!!!

[@indomie7]

Agreed, she has a way with words, love her, literally grew up watching her.

[@theignorantgenious5392]

This makes me look at him and his success so differently.

[@cassyvjlee5925]

Honestly why? He was 22 and answered honestly that he found her difficult when asked. Agreed he probably shouldn’t have said that on the record but I’ve seen 3 other cast members say the same over the years so he wasn’t lying. It’s just a shame it hurt her career the way it did but I don’t know why people want Will to be the villain so bad

[@jaelenrandolph2030]

Darkness cannot hide in light.

[@soonnya]

@@cassyvjlee5925 She refused to stroke his ego...but others did...that does not translate into one being "difficult to work with" Janet is/was cut from a VERY different cloth - she is a very strong, highly intelligent woman who stood on her own w/o allegiance to WS (and probably others). Yes, it is in order for one to draw a conclusion of: "This makes me look at him and his success so differently." I, personally, watched an acceptance speech that WS did on behalf of one of his co-stars back in the day - WS referred to himself as "GOD" during the acceptance speech. I've known for many years that there was something wrong with him.....

[@lelelew2735]

@@soonnya I agree I started to realize it in his movie roles every movie role hes in has to be solely about him..even bad boys for life the plot made absolutely no sense all in an attempt to make will the center of attention while Martin was barely in the movie smh. But besides all that I'm glad he cleared her name but even that I'll have to take with a grain of salt because it gave him the power to decide her fate even tho I'll give him the benefit of doubt and say he did it because hes trying to grow and change.

[@soonnya]

@@lelelew2735 I agree with EVERY point you've made......karma is VERY REAL - eventually, it will catch us when we have done wrong......

[@Brainhoneywalker]

This is something powerful for everyone in this world to see.

[@jaelenrandolph2030]

27 years is a lesson for the world, especially during quarantined times.

[@kimberlyjones6476]

A time when knowing the “whole” story makes us as fans finally understand what went down. I’m glad to finally know what happened and see them reconcile. Love them all as actors.

[@daisylee1293]

I truly hope this time of healing turns into a great opportunity for her next level of success. This is her time. I love Janet.

[@tcrump212IsLmbrJck_t]

What a kind interview. She deserved this recognition and more... aka WE BEEN KNEW. LOL

[@georgefielderthe2ndaccount955]

I love Janet Hubert. She is a hero and a testament to the necessity of reselience.

[@kemicecormier5687]

The love your news station showed Janet was so warm and genuine. Thank you 🙏🏽💜

[@ltraingalaxy122]

This is what we need in the black community reconciliation

[@bellemyjade686]

We hate each other way too much for that. But I am forever hopeful...

[@clashon4life843]

💯

[@JRenee-Sings]

Say it again ! Too many jealous, petty haters

[@R3l3ntl3sss]

@TheRealist811 I am the 1%

[@quinnmorgendorffer8435]

I never realized her voice and demeanor like her strength reminds me of Whitney.

[@landoblu]

Huh?

[@VeenaMichelle]

Yes!!

[@SheniceSays214]

@@landoblu It’s the way that she speaks.

[@TheMelMan]

I can see it.

[@leeleemee]

Sure does. The cadence/ rate of speech, the poise, and the way she looks deeply into ones eyes while she’s speaking to you. Great observation 😊

[@kd2838]

I need this woman to interview my favorite celebrities, please. She is the best at it, Hands down!

[@_ladiosanegra]

thinking the same thing!

[@_ladiosanegra]

God will elevate those pure in heart and in their true craft. ibeleive we will see more of this anchor

[@TheMusicalFeeling]

You can tell she has a genuine heart 🥺

[@galcocle]

Her energy has shifted. Is good to see her smile 😊

[@sdodovt83]

Who else tears up everytime she comes on 😭

[@cherryblossom9482]

At least she's honest in not pretending that she's FULLY over what Will did. TWENTY-SEVEN years gone...no amount of money in the world can get that back!❗❗

[@krukass321]

Growing up in the 90’s. The fresh price was a staple in my house. Glad to see this happen to Janet after all these years.

[@Pistolwhipperz]

Man ... there is a real dark undertone to this when you think of how far she could have flown had her wings not been clipped! Janet was a true talent in her prime on par with the best to ever do it! In that respect, no apology can ever restore to her what was taken from her so cruelly: a lifetime doing what she loved. I am humbled by the grace she continues to show in the face of such overwhelming adversity.

[@livelystone9367]

It's sad a person(Janet) had to 'wait' for another person(Will) to do a public apology just to receive reputation back in the industry. It's deeper then what it seems. What's really going on? She isn't beneath Will Smith or any other human.

[@travelturnedup22]

@@livelystone9367 It’s so hard to know since we weren’t in it. But sometimes you just have to work super hard to take your power back - Don’t leave it in someone else’s hands.

[@percybland256]

ACADEMY AWARD TALENT!!!👊👊👊👊

[@kayhumph9109]

I just hope she start with Tyler peee peee

[@mwxyz828]

Very much so! The fact that the storyline is “gets her reputation BACK” why did he have the power to even do that to her?!

[@madgemackles4337]

But guess what, she’s not bitter because bitterness burdens you and this lady looks absolutely stunning ugh

[@TheRealDyscyples]

You can look stunning and be bitter

[@rvpstudioscanada3991]

She was bitter for nearly 30 years.

[@madgemackles4337]

@@rvpstudioscanada3991 tell that to her skin

[@donnareece7708]

Candice that is so true bitterness ages you inside and out and Aunt Viv, Janet hubert doesn't look like someone in her 60's really true black dont crack.🙏🙏👏🌹🌹

[@cavoreo]

She is not bitter, she is sour!

[@skippruitt2391]

I'm so glad that Janet has had this opportunity to start healing after all those years. We support you🙏🏾

[@MajesticJewnicorn]

This woman does not age one bit. She is a truly beautiful lady inside and out and played a huge part in my childhood. OG Aunt Viv, wishing you nothing but positivity and light 💜💜

[@wunderbarbieoftheworld2531]

I can't believe she didn't know how much we loved her, especially that dance scene and the scenes with her "sisters"!😊😊💯✔💞💞💞

[@sharonanderson7030]

Janet and Viola Davis should do a acting project together maybe play sisters or play a juicy role where they dislike each other.These two women should get together they would be a perfect match.

[@allennunez9361]

shut up

[@mzcompletelycareless]

you know that actually sounds good

[@kennedyjojackson1202]

That sounds amazing!

[@zaynabmallory3008]

Thats an amazing idea. I hope this reaches the right people to make this happen

[@cavoreo]

Shut up!

[@cheraun]

Wonderful news anchors giving Janet Hubert the respect and adoration she deserves.

[@minkoss]

I was thinking the same!!!! The ending was everything!!!

[@phrosda]

She actually seems like a sweet woman. Must have been hard to go through what she did when others left in the show were so successful. I'd have felt attacked too.

[@trawlins396]

Loved the scene where she said"NO ONE is going to McArthur Park!" 🤣🤣🤣

[@melanie_luv2_sew]

It is so good to see this beautiful dark skinned Black woman again. I missed her lovely face and her strong voice. So glad Will and she hugged each others pain away.

[@emberlyyates]

Also, no one mentions that she played a great character on General Hospital! She played an Alzheimer's patient and she brought a lot of awareness. Not to mention, Vernee Watson who played Will's mom on Fresh Prince, played her social worker and a dear friend. They did amazing jobs!! With that being said with the whole reconciliation with Will, she's free in her conscience and her own mind, that she can move on and do some amazing dramatic work. She can pull it off!

[@deesee3622]

She was on One Life to Live, not General Hospital

[@barbaramccrary572]

@@deesee3622 no it was general hospital and it was in 2020. One life to live is no longer on tv

[@deesee3622]

@@barbaramccrary572 ohh ok , wow I might start watching GH again then. I do remember her being on one life to live years ago, thats what I thought you meant. Thanks!

[@sippinteawithnay6246]

@@deesee3622 Yes she played on One Life To Live as Avagline, Layla's mother‼️

[@emberlyyates]

She was also on One Life to Live as Evangeline and Layla's mom. I remember that very well. But she really shined as Yvonne on GH. She did a great job!

[@xxmoonlightxx6304]

Everyone has their day and time, and this is her time.

[@gocpng4699]

✔ Correct

[@camilleespy7395]

It’s sad that it took so long, he could’ve reached out to her a long time ago

[@8cee]

27 years too late

[@audreysamuels6077]

Amen.

[@darleofgodintheruachelohim7552]

Janet Hubert is and always has been a phenomenal woman, actor, oh my goodness➡️ dancer 💃🏾 and singer! Yes, yes, yes I’ve been waiting for this reconciliation and restoration with Will and of respect for her amazing talent for all the years. I loved when she said, “It felt like God, it felt like a laying on of Hands . . .” Beautiful! God Bless you Janet.

[@RetailWithDanelle]

She's a class act. Wishing her healing and success in her endeavors.

[@roberta2472]

The Interviewer GENUINELY loves Janet/Aunt Viv!! She was so elated to do the interview even pronounced "Aunt" as a black person does💯💯

[@michaelmaps2004]

that's true. i sensed that she was being sincere and genuine as well

[@trawlins396]

Im blk and I pronounce aunt as "ant".

[@lfreespirit]

@@trawlins396 same 🤣

[@marcuswainright952]

Oh you had me till the end, but I get your intention.

[@benbenassi2348]

that was british though.

[@KenJamesJr]

Always loved her; now even more... All that she suffered through and she was innocent.

[@KenJamesJr]

@Kamil X She was accused of being difficult to work with, but she was not difficult but rather the epitome of professionalism. She was just a serious Julliard-trained actress who didn't laugh at Wills jokes and buffoonery which caused him to see her as a threat; and like he said, He thought that she hated him, so he didn't want her around anymore.

[@cmpadilla08]

God bless her. So humble!

[@veethebest9445]

Also the interviewer was AMAZING! Clued up, asking the right questions, making her guests feel comfortable and appreciated! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@sjb1766]

Janet Hubert is absolutely graceful & stunning. Such an amazing talent. She deserves soooo much ❤️

[@kekelife3546]

The healing that took place once Will and Ms. Janet reunited reached so many of us in our own personal healing journey. Let this be a lesson to us all. Forgiveness =Freedom!

[@oneof7billion627]

Yessssssss KeKe Life yes💞🙌

[@christnerdz2482]

Amen and amen. Beautiful comment.

[@kaliburgos6055]

I love her and I'm so happy they reconciled.

[@carriethomas7099]

She will always be aunt viv to me i love her from the uk RIP James Avery

[@larrywillard9316]

It feels soooo good when you see a person vindicated after all those years. Much love to her and Mr. Smith.

[@finness730]

She’s beautiful, looks like she hasn’t aged a day.

[@survivor-qp4zf]

You a Liar. She looks good tho

[@Runako1653]

@@survivor-qp4zf 😂😂😂😂

[@danielmann316]

Lol that's a nice thing to say

[@finness730]

@@survivor-qp4zf 💀Chill

[@dollydagger4306]

She looks so different in her face--brighter, softer, she's smiling. Bitterness temporarily made her face look "hard."

[@waynebaker5720]

Her smile is contagious and welcoming

[@ednerd3190]

facts

[@ednerd3190]

it looks like it helped heal her spirit

[@janinehazzard6294]

This was a real family feud in the black community, I cried alligator tears, I went over to my sisters house and my niece said she cried while watching and we discuss this like they were real relatives in our family. It’s been a looooOoooong time coming and the black community needed this for our collective healing to begin over this dispute. I am over the moon this finally happened. We love you Aunt Viv thank you Will for showing up for real

[@Ehimwema]

I always knew she was innocent and glad God preserved her to see this day. Now all her hard work will pay off. Money start rolling....❤

[@loriepaul4174]

Amen!!! Hallelujah!!! Thank you, Almighty God 😩😫😢😢😭😭😭!!!

[@nicksandz3209]

So what exactly was the problem? Why was she blackballed?

[@janequa2009]

@@nicksandz3209 Will pretty much banished her bc he was young and dumb... his words. Watch the reunion show and then watch red table talk he discuss it further with his therapist and it gets deep.

[@nicksandz3209]

@@janequa2009 i mean by saying she was difficult to work with? Ok I'll look at it

[@PopBandit]

@@nicksandz3209 Yess that’s how Hollywood works unfortunately literally the minute someone of wills power level brandishes you as “difficult” it’s impossible to come back from ESPECIALLY for a black woman

[@sterlingrock7769]

I am happy for her and the courage, strength, and determination. Blessed her heart. People do you wrong in life and many times you never reconcile but you and Will did and that's powerful.

[@milagrosgranados1316]

OMG I absolutely loved her as Aunt Viv. Smart, Intelligent, Sassy, Beautiful, Strong and Independent. I hope she gets more acting jobs because she’s a hell of an actress.