The DRAMA That Happened on The Set of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air That No One Wants To Talk About

[@beaniegee5129]

Aunt Viv dancing to Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now) by C&C Music Factory will always be timeless!!!

[@danavixen6274]

ICONIC! She was GETTIN' DOWN!!! ❤

[@nadiakrystina4560]

Classiccccc

[@Kubacat984]

We still remember it equals timeless❤

[@cheery-hex]

one of my favorite episodes

[@godofdestruction4636]

Aunt Viv kat look good enough to eat wow😂

[@lej7898]

That scene where Will cries because his dad doesn’t want him, still makes me get teary eyed

[@beaniegee5129]

Geoffrey is and will always be the king of sarcasm

[@Hermanjr69]

​@entertainingblackmanvideos7691 what you talking bout G for he got more money than you

[@TampaAries]

The Butlers are always funny, the Butler on "The Nanny" was sarcastic and funny too

[@chrisgomez1840]

Geoffry n Chandler Bing are both kings of sarcasm

[@JudeTavonFenwick]

You’ve never watched Golden Girls or Judge Judy have you?

[@Cyoungliving]

The original aunt viv would have gave Wills dad the BUSINESS if she was on that episode. And i would have been here for every word. ❤❤😂😂❤❤

[@prettylaurynn]

Or she prolly would of had the same lines as viv 2 . Lmao you think she improvised or something ? 😂

[@DanielleGillmoreJohnson]

Janet Hubert created the personality of Aunt Viv, who was a main character. She wasn't just a wife and mother; she was a professor and former dancer. She was funny, likeable, and very fashionable. No dis to Daphne Maxwell-Reid, but as far as I'm concerned, the Aunt Viv role ended when JH was fired. The new, remixed "Viv" was relegated to the background. She had no outside interests, no sense of humor, she was matronly, and she seemed to ALWAYS be mad at Uncle Phil. Unfortunately, DMR's "Viv" is easily forgettable.

[@danavixen6274]

Nothing but TRUTH! 💯

[@Clonehalle]

Well said 👏🏾👏🏾

[@lexkanyima2195]

Daphne was left down the cold on her character and less storyline plot.

[@AcousticUplift]

Yes, I felt this mini-doc did Janet a disservice, especially since it's in the public domain the role WS played in effectively blacklisting her and stalling her career (which to my knowledge, he did not deny), the role of colourism in casting a much lighter replacement and purposefully making the 'new' aunt Viv bland and more docile to counter Janet's more sharp and assertive portrayal. I feel this clip largely upholds the over-simplistic, pre-2020 reunion narrative of Janet just being difficult and bitter.

[@jaylene.turner6524]

I feel the same way about Jo Marie forever being the only Harriet. No disrespect to Judyann Elder, but Jo Marie was the best.

[@AmoMe2009]

Ashley’s performance of MAKE UP YOUR MIND reflects how talented teen Black artists were at the time. You can tell how much the actress, Tatiyana Ali, and her counterparts Monica and Brandy studied pure raw talent of years back like Whitney, Patti, Aretha, Chaka, etc. Yes the comedic focus in that scene was on Will and Carlton’s antics as her ‘back-up dancers” but her look on that stage was my main focus and felt it was the epitome of the 90s youth- high vibrational smoothness with a damn good voice to match. I’m glad there’s finally a full version of MAKE UP YOUR MIND on youtube since it wasn’t available during her KISS THE SKY debut album era.

[@danavixen6274]

This is ICONIC! When Will kept getting her song played on the radio and he kept saying, "He cain't seem to make up his mind!" 😂😂😂😂😂

[@lexkanyima2195]

Tatyana Ali really showcased her talent

[@AmoMe2009]

I loved how they incorporated bloopers at the end credits during 90’s programming. This show was a memorable gem for that! Carlton running around the whole set was an event!!! Even when Uncle Phil made a cameo blooper on Family Matters. The audience and extra’s laughing it up during these times was such a fun treasure.

[@isaiahwinbrone]

I like the first Aunt Viv

[@JuicyPopEntertainment]

I lived for those bloopers. 😂

[@taureanmay1411]

​@@JuicyPopEntertainment4:13 also true.

[@chiaskid]

That rap prayer scene always cracked me up, “thank you God for this stupid food!” 😂. Will looking around all worried while Uncle Phil looks pissed 😅😂.

[@jeromewhite7681]

I loved Aunt Vivian's dance routine along with the finger snap at the end 🕺🏾

[@LilHelena]

Fun Fact: Debbie Allen directed the pilot as well as the first official episode of Season 1. She also suggest they name Aunt Viv after her mother, so yes, Vivian Banks is named after Debbie Allen and Phylicia Rashad’s mother, Vivian Ayers-Allen.

[@jeromewhite7681]

Wow

[@lexkanyima2195]

I didn't know

[@danavixen6274]

Nice! 🙂

[@robertfranks665]

Did the replacement Aunt Viv have the same career as the first one?? The replacement would always be home barely going anywhere. I get it that she came on the show after the Nicky character was born so she obviously stayed home to look after Nicky, but even as Nicky grew the Aunt Viv replacement never went anywhere.

[@LilHelena]

@@robertfranks665 I honestly don’t even remember. I barely watched The Fresh Prince after a certain time and for me this was over 25 years ago. I don’t remember much in reruns either. I only know of the Debbie Allen fact cuz I’m a fan.

[@thebrownbaldy]

R.I.P. Uncle Phil.....for real. All of this info is new to a lot of fans. Juicy Pop kills it every time they post up.

[@JuicyPopEntertainment]

Thanks for the support! 😉

[@taureanmay1411]

​@@JuicyPopEntertainment3:51 true.

[@trinisuprazee]

*First things first rest in peace uncle Phil*

[@brownparkproductionsllc]

…for real.

[@T-Dawg94]

@@brownparkproductionsllc you the only father that I ever knew

[@Lovely38373]

Respectfully, uncle Phil has done laps syndrome…if you know, you know.

[@beaniegee5129]

Janet Hubert later went on to appear on other sitcoms such as The Jamie Foxx Show, Friends and The Bernie Mac Show

[@delsgurl4133]

🎶🎶"I'm stuck in the basement sitting on a tricycle girl getting on my nerves, going out of my mind thought she was fine don't know if her body is her's"🎶🎶 😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣 I still watch that episode to hear him sing that

[@rockdagreat44]

Fits you perfectly

[@123theprodigy5]

Just like with family matters, once Janet Hubert left, Vivian had no identity outside of being associated with uncle Phil and always being his sidekick.

[@lexkanyima2195]

With Jo Marie he had heat

[@ericgaskins571]

The carlton blooper where he pulls himself across the floor on his knees was priceless.

[@beaniegee5129]

The show had a lot of celebrities such as Richard Roundtree, Don Cheadle, Victoria Rowell, Hank Azaria, AJ Johnson, Quincy Jones, Al B. Sure, Kadeem Hardison, Bo Jackson, Heavy D, Malcolm Jamal Werner, Tevin Campbell, Queen Latifah, Bell Biv Devoe, Nicholle Tom, Branford Marsalis, Elise Neal, Pam Grier, John Witherspoon, Cree Summer, Tyra Banks, Michael Rapaport, Lamont Johnson, Boyz II Men, Charlie Mack, Christa Miller, Brandon Adams, Chris Rock, Nia Long, J. Lamont Pope, Amy Hunter, Allen Payne, Jasmine Guy, Garcelle Beauvais, Jenifer Lewis, DL Hughley, Daryl "Chill" Mitchell, Reno Davis, Dick Clark, Duane Martin, Stacey Dash, Tommy "Tiny" Lister Jr, Kenya Moore, Vivica A. Fox, Tisha Campbell, Kim Fields, Ben Vereen, Sherman Hemsley, Isabel Sanford, Marla Gibbs, Gary Coleman, Conrad Bain, Dante Basco, Ashley Monique Clark, Karen Malina White, Diedrich Bader, Robert Torti, Kathy Griffin, Rosalind Cash, Lela Rochon, Mari Morrow, Oprah Winfrey, Isiah Thomas, Taylor Negron, Bobby McGee, Vanessa L. Williams, Hugh Hefner, Phil Morris, Rachel True, Cylk Cozart and many more!!

[@ReyesRebel32]

Not to mention Gary Coleman and President Donald J Trump!👍😁

[@damnmuggle]

@@ReyesRebel32former

[@Clonehalle]

Former President ^^

[@ReyesRebel32]

@@Clonehalle Granted! He will be back next year tho!

[@Lanaxparillaxwife]

@@ReyesRebel32idk what your on to think that but no tf he won’t

[@mandeelaw8410]

There hasn't been one time I watched that scene and didn't tear up at...how come he don't want me man🥺

[@tanee32calhoun44]

Every single time.....

[@KarlHoward-e6u]

That flow you made up in the beginning was NICE!

[@MrBeautiful2908]

I really loved Janet Hubert as the Original Aunt Viv. She brought true true essence, strength, compassion, and sincerity.

[@nataliemscrzysxycoolharris]

One wouldn’t think there were any issues with any of them. The Will & Janet thing I did hear about but I’m glad they worked it out & apologized.

[@beaniegee5129]

The only Aunt Viv we acknowledge is Janet Hubert!!!!

[@EGHawk7683]

💯

[@Clonehalle]

Periodt 🎯🎯

[@ericmckinney4607]

It ain't that serious. She portrayed a fictional character.

[@MonicaMariaMclean-zi1fs]

I was confused when janet janet hubert left the fresh prince to The fresh Prince. Because she was the best one to play. Aunt Vivian

[@Tiajones333]

Facts

[@MonicaMariaMclean-zi1fs]

Rest in Peace, Uncle Phil.

[@punkyreggaeparty8786]

I remember being so excited to see Tatiana on the show. I used to watch her on Sesame Street. 😅

[@sarge7526]

Can we just take a second and appreciate Jazzy Jeff!! He was already known beforehand….. but He was too funny as Jazz 😂😂😂😂😂❤

[@cadillacdeville5828]

The 🥇 Aunt Viv was the ♑🐐 GOAT. She had her OWN identity outside of her husband and just relatable on different levels. The 🥈one was so drastically different in terms of personality, no disrespect to the actress.

[@HaughtyHedonist]

Personality && Looks.....They Switched From A DSBW To A LSBW Like We Couldn't Tell The Difference

[@TititoDeBologay]

It's a shame, coz the lite skin aunt Viv is a great actress, She and her husband(the dad from Sister,Sister) were very proactive for Black actors union. But it was obvious They cast her for the wrong reasons. Colorism and Will Smith ego.

[@malbrojay4740]

​@@HaughtyHedonistThey chose the best actress that THEY felt was a good replacement for Hubert. Had nothing to do with skin color -smh🙄

[@danielmoore2320]

😂 she was much to do about nothing

[@Tiajones333]

​@@malbrojay4740they chose the wrong actress it plus it was definitely colorism when it comes to the replacement we love the original

[@nitagentris941]

It was so sad to hear Janet Hubert talked about how she received more affection from James Avery while playing her character Vivian than her own husband. She was pregnant at the time and it was emotionally draining for her. I guess that's why she was perceived as being difficult.

[@lexkanyima2195]

But in the 2nd season it started right there while Janet wants to take Will's spot

[@inajai6422]

Oh that's very sad actually 😟

[@lionelluva]

16:52 will forever be a classic scene. I still tear up every time I see it 😢

[@danavixen6274]

Very emotional. 😢 Will proved himself to be more than a jester at this point. ❤

[@princemastaking]

Yeap. Now if the original Aunt Vivian was in that scene, she would of told Will's father off and probably slapped the shit outta him.

[@user-cm4io8dz2r]

Shoot I’m crying rn. Our black brothers and sons need their dad man. We can’t ignore that fact.

[@nicolesherman8974]

I really loved the extended version of the theme song shown on the pilot episode. I have a feeling Martin, Hanging with Mr. Cooper, or Girlfriends will be next 👀

[@missladyanonymity]

I dont remember that. I only remember the extended version on an ep at a mall. Maybe a two part xmas ep. Will and carlton were both after some girl in the mall.

[@jamiepruitt4125]

hey lets have one on different strokes! there was alot of drama going on with that show!

[@beebee__]

@@missladyanonymity that was the Halloween episode

[@kingbrahma5005]

Actually what people don’t mention is Will’s mom also stopped him from doin a lot of spending she got upset with what he was doin with his money

[@lexkanyima2195]

Will was so naive to learn the economics. But what a redemption for Will

[@ericponce8740]

Loved Uncle Phil...RIP.

[@daudreebaker4015]

I liked the old vivian better On the show better because she was more funny And charismatic have a blessed day.🎉❤

[@taotaostrong]

Janet Hubert is absolutely gorgeous, and her talent is inspirational. When she tore up that dance routine, I got the holy ghost in my living room. ❤️💃🏾👸🏾

[@Tiajones333]

Jazz was my favorite character I wish he had a bigger role in the show

[@AggravatedMan365]

The show died when Janet Hubert left the show. It was just never the same afterwards

[@damnmuggle]

Not true

[@Clonehalle]

Agreed. Especially with the character of Aunt Viv

[@lexkanyima2195]

They had less ideas how to tell a story

[@Tiajones333]

​@@damnmugglehuh

[@calebdouglas7622]

Not true at all she really didn’t make the show like that

[@Mosashi_EX]

The BBD music video at the mansion was hilarious.

[@jessicaT12345]

this was one of the best shows ever!

[@nicolesherman8974]

I knew you was gonna drop this video today lmao! My mind is psychic like that, Raven No Baxter 💃🏾

[@justifiedbyjeury]

Okay but that intro was immaculate 🤌🏾🔥

[@orchidsiren6305]

Spittin’ hot 🔥

[@beaniegee5129]

First things first RIP Uncle Phil

[@tjhanlonjr]

I just stumbled on this channel and I have to tell you these videos are so amazing put together edited and a great story. You kept me captivated the whole video. Great job and thank you

[@thecloud9effect765]

These intros are getting better and better 😂😂😂😂

[@Romiedahomie415]

Nice rap girl

[@chikFromMTL]

I just loved episodes with Aunt Viv's sisters 😂❤

[@stevewilson5749]

After the show ended Will Smith went on becoming a big movie star of sort starting with the movie "Independence Day"😊

[@lexkanyima2195]

????

[@Tiajones333]

Will Smith became a A-list movie star

[@rockdagreat44]

He bent over

[@brownparkproductionsllc]

You uploaded this excellent video on Will Smith’s birthday! Good timing!

[@ivantorres7924]

That father episode still gets to me. That was a great performance

[@SarynVyo]

Okay INTRO 😂👏🏽 I was bumpin

[@cindeed4422]

I still see Uncle Phil as the crooked cop in Flesh. Daphne Maxwell Reid says she offered the role of Aunt Viv first but she didn’t want to work with a rapper! Her Aunt Viv character was more of a friend to her daughters than a mother. He never kissed Jasmine Guy when she played his love interest.

[@Tiajones333]

Ok

[@jameslee133]

I'm telling you, Sir Patrick Stewart is one my favorite actors and people, and I have definitely never even met him but I see how he shows up and talks about Mr. LeVar Burton at different times.

[@Tragedy602]

Lol that intro tho! Haha bars

[@CSS-Tails_Forever]

Fantastic video and I really liked the 1st Aunt Viv, She was great 👍 Second one was ok too but was forgettable.

[@EasyAttack]

Alfonso Ribeiro was a regular cast member on Silver Spoons (not reoccurring) from season 3 onward, I believe.

[@TheRealReal337]

I’m in love with this KZbin channel. I recently subscribed & now I come here to get my daily dose of nostalgia & behind the scenes info on my favorite childhood shows

[@darrellthomas884]

Thanks for schooling folks on where the Carlton dance came from.

[@jamesmcgee4029]

One of the best TV comedy casts ever.

[@ninawestlake14]

You gave us so much fun facts. I loved the part of Will not being able to quit doing his co stars their lines. The saddest part for me was the producers not paying the lady who played Will's mom in the intro any money. That's down right heartless. About Janet Hubert, i think maybe because of one little thing she did 'wrong' the other cast members ganged up against her and she lost the battle. Loved your little rap in the intro❤❤❤. Incredible job!

[@aaronj.brooks1977]

I watched every season of The Fresh Prince of Bel Air from every antics that Will and Carlton got into to Jaz being thrown out by uncle Phil also the bloopers that were done after the credits roll

[@OreliaLatrice]

This video is sooo good. I appreciate the time you’ve put into it. A lot of the information shared… I had no clue. Very interesting.

[@chiquitaruff5703]

Ok…😂 spittn them bars on the intro…😂😂💪🏿🔥

[@beaniegee5129]

This New Year's eve will be 10 years since James Avery died

[@malbrojay4740]

Damn that's crazy!😮 2013 seems like it was almost yesterday. Can't believe that was a whole decade ago!😮

[@lexkanyima2195]

So tragic same as Betty White

[@tanee32calhoun44]

The Oprah episode is hilarious

[@beaniegee5129]

Great story on the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

[@TititoDeBologay]

The butler character in The Nanny was partly inspired from the Fresh Prince

[@Tiajones333]

Yup

[@stevewilson5749]

I love your "Fun Facts" tidbits ❤❤😊

[@amandau.2367]

Amazing video as usual!! I’m obsessed!! Please do the Parkers and The Game next!!

[@shawnpullstricks4582]

Love love LOVE this channel man, I listen to you guys while I’m workin💯💯✊🏾 keep it up!!

[@MsDeeAnn]

Love love...your intro song! Very creative!

[@anonymousanonymous_000]

Dat bel air intro 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣😂😂

[@sights3255kamobrin]

that freestyle in the Beginning 👏 👏 👏 👏 Great job!!! 🙏🏽🥀Rest Mr.Avery

[@nicolesherman8974]

I’m convinced In the House and Fresh Prince were in the same TV universe because of the crossovers (Carlton, Ashley, and Uncle Phil) lol. And cmon rap skills 💃🏾💃🏾🔥🔥

[@TititoDeBologay]

Wait a minute! You might be onto something. I might just have to binge on both in the coming weekend. For the Culture 🤓

[@taureanmay1411]

3:11 yes.

[@cleftheart1969]

Keep up with the good work as usual 🙌🏾👏🏾👍🏾🙏🏾

[@isaiahwinbrone]

Papa's got a brand new excuse that was my favorite episode

[@Raiden-the-Goat32]

Another great Sitcom from my childhood! This show was funny and cast was perfect and the actors had great chemistry so to say.

[@jessicaT12345]

Great docu!!! Thank you!

[@Regreviews]

I love this channel because I thought I knew everything but yall surprised me Never knew about the iconic dance from 1st Viv and will mom in the theme

[@BonitaBocazas]

You ate that intro up 🔥 love this channel

[@nadiaroberts9857]

This announcer.. spit those bars lol...

[@turtlew1019]

0:10 spitting all kinds of bars! Lol ✊🏿

[@JuicyPopEntertainment]

😎

[@taureanmay1411]

​@@JuicyPopEntertainment😎😎😎😎😎nice 👍🙂.

[@taureanmay7480]

​@@JuicyPopEntertainment😎😎😎😎😎 nice 👍 😀 😊 😉 😄 👌.

[@BlackFaithProduction]

Struggle bars lol. 🚮

[@stevewilson5749]

Hope you do a story about the Wayans Brothers or the Steve Harvey Show or Jamie Foxx Show... i'll just have to stay tuned!😊😊❤❤

[@ericwicker7514]

I was glad in November 2020. When, Will Smith and Janet Hubert ended their beef. And, they were able to work things out.

[@jessicaT12345]

Love the intro song!

[@MrBeautiful2908]

Happy 55th Birthday Will Smith.

[@williamshirley3121]

Its insane so much drama in these TV shows you know everyone is not going to get along

[@Booyared1]

The stuff about Quincy jones and will smith is wild.

[@stephenkd1]

This channel reminded me of them shows from back in the day.

[@Dii552]

Love these videos!!

[@LimitLessGoals001]

Very well put together video

[@yodalayheehoo5447]

It's a shame that the "Mom" in the opening credits got no compensation or credit. Damn shame because she should be getting checks every time it airs.

[@rachelle.h]

Cool intro rap! 👏🏾 From Rachelle in London 🇬🇧

[@Wc7823]

Oh so you rhymin now 🎶🎶🎶

[@kinghellrell3985]

I ain’t gone lie you ate that intro I tried not to like it but it’s 🔥

[@isaiahwinbrone]

You should do veronica from The Parkers

[@terrellratliff2229]

Fresh prince of bel air is , My Favorite TV show, i. GROWER UP , ON , FRESH PRINCE OF BEL AIR

[@terrellratliff2229]

Fresh prince of bel air is , My , Favorite, TV show, I, Growing up, on. Fresh prince of bel air,

[@casonbrown6239]

You cranking out the dope content queen 👑 salute 🫡 and thanks for the content 👍

[@MrBenHaynes]

Tatyana Ali was the best thing to come out of TFPOBA. It's a travesty of justice that her singing career wasn't more successful.

[@michaelmitchell5098]

They should have used her more on The Young and the Restless.

[@stephenkd1]

This channel should be on TV or something

[@MrBlackretreat]

Bennie Madina also got his criminal record expunged from activity at fox hills mall bathroom activity

[@yeahisaidit5633]

Mannn I always thotthst was will in drag in the opening credits!😂 that’s a damn shame she didn’t get compensated!

[@MrBeautiful2908]

I really loved Will Smith’s book WILL

[@lifeoftkae6817]

Girl you ATE that intro 🫶🏾😂

[@williamrobinson8859]

Every young man who did not have a father in their life felt like Will did when his dad left him. That show helped me not to be that father with my 3 children now.