Led by the mercurial Will Smith, The Fresh Prince of Bel Air lasted for six seasons and had Smith playing a fictionalized, teenage version of himself. The series, well-regarded for its colorful physical comedy and Will Smith’s undeniable charisma, boasts a 7.9 rating on IMDB.
It kickstarted way back on NBC in September 1990 and concluded in May 1996. The show catapulted Will Smith to global stardom and introduced audiences to a stellar ensemble cast. Decades after its conclusion in 1996, fans continue to follow the lives and careers of their favorite Bel-Air residents. Here’s what the cast is doing in 2025.
Will Smith (Will)
Will Smith remains one of Hollywood’s biggest stars. In 2025, he is set to star in Bad Boys 5, continuing the successful franchise alongside Martin Lawrence. Additionally, Smith is working on a new sci-fi thriller and continues to expand his production company, Westbrook Inc. He remains active on social media and YouTube, engaging fans with personal content and motivational videos.
Smith’s recent years have been filled with controversy. Back in March 2022, he slapped comic Chris Rock at the 94th Academy Awards. This was in response to a joke Rock had made about Will Smith’s wife, Jada Pinkett Smith. The actor is still reeling in positive reviews after Bad Boys: Ride or Die grossed more than $400 million worldwide.
Alfonso Ribeiro (Carlton Banks)
Alfonso Ribeiro continues to host America’s Funniest Home Videos, a role he has held since 2015. However, Ribeiro seems to have conditioned his work in recent years and was last seen as a voice actor on Big City Greens.
He has also established himself as an industry host and has hosted Dancing with the Stars since 2022. On TV, he was last seen in K.C. Undercover, in which he guest-starred in two episodes.
Tatyana Ali (Ashley Banks)
Tatyana Ali has remained active in both acting and music. As Will’s little cousin on the show, Tatyana became one of the most prominent reasons behind Fresh Prince’s success. In recent years, she has been seen in movies such as The Reason and It Snows all the Time.
Further, she has established herself as a major TV actor. Ali recently joined Abbott Elementary as Krystal and has also been seen in projects such as Perimeter and After Midnight.
Karyn Parsons (Hilary Banks)
Carlton’s younger sister on the show, Parsons starred in Major Payne opposite Damon Wayans back in 1995. The actress was last seen in Sweet Thing back in 2020 as Eve and has recently been involved in only a handful of projects.
This includes 13 Moons and The Ladies Man. For her last television role, fans will have to look at Static Shock, which was released back in 2002.
Joseph Marcell (Geoffrey Butler)
Joseph Marcell, the fan-favorite butler Geoffrey, remains active in theater. He recently performed in a Shakespearean production in London and continues to appear in British television dramas. Despite his focus on stage acting, he occasionally takes on film roles.
Marcell was last seen in Hellboy: The Crooked Man in 2024, a movie in which he took on the role of Reverend Nathaniel Armstrong Watts. His other projects include Folding and The Exorcism of God. Marcell remains close to his roots as an actor and was seen in the 2024 project, Bel-Air.
DJ Jazzy Jeff (Jazz)
DJ Jazzy Jeff continues to be a prominent figure in the music industry. He regularly tours as a DJ and produces music for up-and-coming artists. While he rose to prominence as a rapper and actor alongside Will Smith, Jazz’s last album was Gotta Be Dope, which was released back in 2020.
Fresh Prince proved to be the actor’s most major work in the industry, as he portrayed an anglicized version of himself, just like Will Smith.
Even decades after the show’s end, the cast of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air remains relevant and active in the entertainment industry. Whether through acting, directing, music, or philanthropy, each member continues to make an impact. Their legacy as part of one of the most beloved sitcoms of all time remains stronger than ever.
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air can be streamed on Hulu and Max.
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