Los Angeles, California – Alfonso Ribeiro, best known for his role as Carlton Banks on “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,” recently opened up in an interview with Closer Weekly, reflecting on how the iconic character impacted his acting career.
Ribeiro described playing Carlton as both a blessing and a curse, admitting that the role ended up overshadowing his ability to pursue other acting opportunities. Despite the sacrifices he made for the role, he fondly remembers the camaraderie he shared with the cast members during the show’s filming.
While Ribeiro has taken a step back from major acting roles, he has found fulfillment as a host of shows like “Dancing with the Stars” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos.” Despite his success as a host, Ribeiro remains open to returning to acting if the right opportunity presents itself.
Reflecting on his early career, which included a lead role on Broadway at the age of 8 and a memorable appearance in a Pepsi commercial with Michael Jackson, Ribeiro highlighted the lessons he learned from working with the King of Pop. He also shared his joy in coaching his children in baseball and supporting their interests, with one of his daughters already showing an interest in following in his footsteps.
As Ribeiro continues to navigate his career in entertainment, he remains grateful for the opportunities that have come his way and looks forward to what the future may hold for him and his family.