Fret not: Will Smith and Alfonso Ribeiro are just as close in their private lives as they are on set. Not only have the pair kept in touch since “Fresh Prince” went off-air in 1996, but they’ve been rather gracious in sharing their friendship with fans. Ribeiro, for his part, has proven himself to be a loyal friend to Smith, often supporting him amid his various controversies — including the backlash against his “Aladdin” performance and his infamous Oscars debacle.
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According to Ribeiro, Smith has certainly reciprocated. During an appearance on “Sway In The Morning,” Ribeiro spoke highly of his friendship with Smith. After denouncing critics who felt Smith hadn’t done enough to help the “Fresh Prince” cast advance their careers, Ribeiro offered a different perspective. “Will Smith has helped me in many ways beyond what we have seen on camera,” shared Ribeiro. “But he has supported me in ways beyond anybody could understand.” In addition to supporting each other throughout their three-decade friendship, they’ve also managed to have fun, such as the time that they appeared on The Graham Norton Show, treating the audience to a lively performance of the “Fresh Prince” theme song and “The Jump on It” dance.
