The actress starred in the show for the first three seasons, but after some issues working with smith, she was replaced. Most of us remember the episode where vivian takes a dance class, right. In perhaps one of the most popular scenes in all of television history, vivian banks, or aunt viv as we know her, the first one, janet hubert, not the second aunt viv as played by daphne maxwell reid, drops off a stunning dance routine to end all others. Jun 20, 2018 this third season episode centers on an exciting announcement. Weve seen aunt viv in that infamous pink leotard show up in endless gifs and memes, be replicated as a simple yet effective halloween costume, and basically remind us that this episode is truly a classic. For six seasons, the banks matriarch delighted audiences with her class, wit, sass, and sophistication. In the episode, huberts character, vivian banks, is worried that shes lost her identity and attempts to reconnect with her life before motherhood. Jun 23, 2019 one of the most disappointing changes as a result of this character revision comes in this sixth season episode arc. The fresh prince of belair the big fouroh tv episode.
Aunt viv from the fresh prince of bel air didnt get the. Because she looked this fabulous while drinking a cup of blackgirlmodern. How will smith screwed everyone on fresh prince of belair. A new tiger king episode is reportedly coming to netflix.
After enrolling in dance classes, aunt viv is quickly confronted by the. I have no interest in seeing any of these people on that kind of level, janet hubert wrote of the recent photo of the cast with her. In this season, the kitchen and living room sets of the banks mansion which is where most scenes were shot were rebuilt to be larger and more contemporary, as opposed to the more formal style of the first season. Paula and her parents visit uncle phil and aunt viv and the two sets of parents also clash. Janet hubert, the actress who played the part of the original aunt vivian on fresh prince of belair, took to facebook on tuesday, march 28, to slam the casts recent reunion read more.
How your favorite episode of the fresh prince of belair. The best fresh prince of belair episodes dont shy away from talking about race. Remember the aunt viv dance sequence from our favorite episode of the fresh prince. The original aunt viv opens up about the iconic dance we still love.
As expected, uncle phil is furious, but aunt viv reasons that he should let her play whatever instruments she wants to play. I dont think she knows who macy really is at this point, but that dna kit is definitely her way of finding out who is magical or not. What is your absolute favorite fresh prince episode. Janet hubert spills the tea about that infamous pinkleotard. This finally explains why aunt viv changed during the. Thats not exactly great news for hilary, whos suddenly expected to move out of the house and get a job. After enrolling in dance classes, aunt viv is quickly confronted by the reality that things are much harder as an older woman. Original fresh prince of belair aunt viv slams media. The fresh prince of belair actress janet hubert takes aim. Apr 20, 2017 the tale of two aunt vivs the fresh prince of belair i think we are all somewhat familiar with the public battle between janet hubert, will smith and nbc, that led to the recasting of the role of aunt vivian, in the fresh prince of bel airs fourth season, in the mid1990s. Mar 29, 2017 there will never be a true reunion of the fresh prince.
The fresh prince of belair bang the drum, ashley tv. Why the original aunt viv left the fresh prince of belair is a harsh, confusing story. In the episode, huberts character, vivian banks, is worried that shes. Aug 23, 2018 the big fouroh, is vivs magnum opus, her day in the limelight, an episode that would be known as the episode where aunt vivian snatched edges, these days. Vivian is very enthusiastic about it, philip however doesnt want to go. Discussion in golden oldies started by creole kickin, jan. Why was janet hubert aunt viv really replaced on fresh. Find out why aunt vivs dance class means so much to 90s kids. Hubert played the role of sassy aunt viv until she was summarily fired from. Apr 19, 2018 although fans of the fresh prince of belair keep hoping for an eventual reunion, it doesnt look like one will happen anytime soon.
The original aunt viv spills the tea on her famous fresh prince. Its season two, episode seven and nbcs the fresh prince of belairs aunt viv is terrified to turn the big 40. Life went on and the final episode of fresh prince. Janet hubert continues decades long feud with will smith. The fresh prince project season 1, episode 1 a rare chance to see the opening theme tune in full, the very first episode of is quick to set up its central premise, from will drumming back to life on the door to his shock at uncle phil and aunt viv having a butler. It was the cause of his consistent drug use, and his eventual freebase episode or suicide attempt, if you believe. Janet hubert may have left her role as aunt viv on the 90s hit comedy fresh prince of belair 25 years ago, but shes still got stories to tell. She is portrayed by janet hubert during the first two seasons and the majority of the third, and by daphne maxwell reid for the balance of the series vivian was born on october 21, 1951. I can say straight up that janet hubert wanted the show to be the aunt viv of bel air show. Janet hubert, the original aunt viv, spills the tea on her. Aunt viv the original she was just so freaking stylish. If you were a kid or teen in the 90s or whenever you first watched fresh prince, the episode probably didnt seem that odd. Original aunt vivian actress complains about fresh prince.
Jan 19, 2016 janet hubert, who originally played aunt viv on the fresh prince of belair, has been on a roll this morning, calling out will smith for his oscars performance and more. Jan 16, 2015 as tv moms go, few come as loved as aunt viv from the fresh prince of belair. The first aunt viv wasnt too happy following the reunion pic that appeared earlier. The second season of the fresh prince of belair premiered on september 9, 1991 and aired its season finale on may 4, 1992. Then will is disappointed when ashley admits that she doesnt like the drums. The fresh prince of belair the big fouroh tv episode 1991. Janet hubert, who originally played aunt viv on the fresh prince of belair, has been on a roll this morning, calling out will smith for his oscars performance and more. Why the original aunt viv from fresh prince is a cult hero. Jan 26, 2019 the episode is titled the big fouroh season 2, episode 7, and its all about aunt vivs 40th birthday.
The big fouroh is the 7th episode of season 2 of the fresh prince of belair. However, for a lot of us, hubert remains the most memorable aunt viv, simply because she had the most iconic moments. This finally explains why aunt viv changed during the fresh. The episode is so good that i can almost understand how whitten came to that strange misunderstanding that she would receive top billing with will smith. Jan 19, 2016 life went on and the final episode of fresh prince. Aunt viv from the fresh prince of bel air didnt get the respect she deserved from me until i had kids. Janet hubert may have left her role as aunt viv on the 90s hit comedy fresh prince of belair 25 years ago, but shes still got stories to tell never one to censor herself, hubert has been. Original fresh prince of belair aunt viv actress slams media hoe alfonso ribeiro in scathing post. The original aunt viv spills the tea on her famous fresh. By the end of the episode, she works hard and nails the dance routine. As tv moms go, few come as loved as aunt viv from the fresh prince of belair. On top of changing instruments, will also brings in his buddy jazz as a new music teacher. Back in the day, there were two television mothers you knew to not cross.
This iron on patch is 4 inches high and has an embroidered border. Ballerina channels the moves of fresh princes aunt viv for. So everything at this point seems to be coming full circle. Unnerved at turning 40, vivian dons leg warmers and a leotard and heads to dance class.
The first aunt viv wasnt too happy following the reunion pic that. The defining moment that cemented her in my psyche was an episode in the second season the big fouroh when aunt viv decided she wanted to dance. One of vivians students, kayla samuels comes over for dinner and will tries to impress her but fails. Apr 03, 20 the original aunt viv reveals why she left the fresh prince of belair. The episode of fresh prince where aunt viv goes to the dance class and snatches everyone weaves and the lives attached to them is on. As the shows popular theme song explains, fictional wills mom sends him away from his rough philadelphia neighborhood to live with wealthy uncle phil and aunt vivian in belair. Every fresh prince fan knows about aunt viv s dance audition. The big fouroh, is vivs magnum opus, her day in the limelight, an episode that would be known as the episode where aunt vivian. Why original aunt viv was fired from fresh prince heres why duration.
Aunt viv danceoff the dance current canadas dance magazine. A corps member at the american ballet theatre, lall probably didnt have to dig too hard to find the garments necessary to play the fresh prince of belairs aunt vivspecifically, aunt viv in the season two episode the big fouroh. The fresh prince of belair actress janet hubert takes. Macy is upstairs meeting aunt viv to pick up the airmid dna sequencer. The fresh prince of belair soooooooul train tv episode. That infamous pinkleotard dance episode of the fresh prince of belair. The second season of the fresh prince of belair premiered on september 9, 1991 and aired. In order to try to regain that youthful feeling, she joins a dance class where she is initially intimidated by the younger women. She was replaced by daphne maxwell reid in the shows fourth season and for the remainder of the shows run. Original fresh prince of belair aunt viv slams media hoe. How your favorite episode of the fresh prince of belair happened duration. Dark aunt viv was real housewives of atlanta but classy to light aunt vivs real housewives of beverly hills all bougie everything. The original aunt viv reveals why she left the fresh prince of belair.
Its an ode to the first aunt viv when she slayed that dance sequence. Philip and vivian once were on soul train and are invited again for a special show. Why the original aunt viv left the fresh prince of belair. Janet louise hubert born january, 1956 is an american film and television actress. It upsets will that he fails so they next day they have an argument but wind up liking each other. She is a nononsense, vocally talented, forthright, aspiring, understanding, nurturing, trusting, vivacious, independent, valiant, industrious, astute, nice. The original aunt viv reveals why she left the fresh prince. Erica lall original aunt viv dance for halloween 2016 duration. Aunt viv screams put on your clothes, this instant.
One of vivian s students, kayla samuels comes over for dinner and will tries to impress her but fails. With will smith, james avery, daphne reid, alfonso ribeiro. She is best known for playing the role of the original vivian banks on the sitcom the fresh prince of belair from its first season 1990 until the end of its third season in 1993. Hubert was nominated for an naacp image award for outstanding actress in a comedy series for her role in 1991. She cant decide what macys after, but shes sure macys after something and is bad for julian somehow. How your favorite episode of the fresh prince of belair happened.
The episode of the fresh prince where vivian was spotlighted for her dancing skills has now become one of the most iconic episodes of the show. Aunt viv getting her dance on the episode of the fresh prince where vivian was spotlighted for her dancing skills has now become one of the most iconic episodes of the show. The articulate academic, played by janet hubertwhitten, rekindles her dream of becoming a dancer and rocks an intense audition, schooling a prissy duo reminiscent of the catty ladies of mean girls or heathers. While most of the commentary comes in the form of jokes about them being an. Janet hubert spills the tea about that infamous pink. The big fouroh, is vivs magnum opus, her day in the limelight, an episode that would be known as the episode where aunt vivian snatched edges, these days. In the years since the show went off the air, the clip has made its way to youtube where anyone can relive viv strolling into that class and dancing her butt off with a group of younger women. With will smith, james avery, janet hubert, alfonso ribeiro. In the episode, hubert s character, vivian banks, is worried that shes lost her identity and attempts to reconnect with her life before motherhood. The original aunt viv opens up about the iconic dance we. Mar, 20 when aunt viv turned 40 on the fresh prince of belair, she didnt just dance. Mar 27, 2018 in this episode, aunt viv was feeling anxious about turning 40.
Janet hubert played aunt viv for the first three seasons, and the dance class episode is one we all remember. The third season of the fresh prince of belair premiered on september 14, 1992 and aired its season finale on may 10, 1993. Faced with a midlife crisis, aunt viv decides to audition for a modern dance performance in spite of the fact that she hasnt danced for years. Jimmys resurrection and master, the reason why magical beings have been kidnapped. I can say straight up that janet hubert wanted the show to be the aunt viv of bel air show because i know she is. Will often has fun at the expense of stuckup cousins carlton and hilary. Vivian goes to take a recreational dance class for fun, but when she arrives they are all going too fast, and dont really take the time to explain anything, leaving her struggling to keep up. The original aunt viv reveals why she left the fresh. Watch the fresh prince of belair season 2, episode 7 the big fouroh. But, ask me to choose og aunt viv s best scene, and the choice would be so easy. Apr 03, 2017 why the original aunt viv left the fresh prince of belair is a harsh, confusing story. Vivian has a midlife crisis after her 40th birthday party and decides to become a dancer.
This would be the last season for janet hubertwhitten, who was fired from the show following her pregnancy and difficulties working with the cast. The five best episodes of the fresh prince of belair. Will starts taking time away from her studies and aunt viv tells him to cut back on seeing her so she can have a good future ahead of her. When aunt viv turned 40 on the fresh prince of belair, she didnt just dance.
Why the original aunt viv left the fresh prince of bel. How your favorite episode of the fresh prince of bel. And why did you call me back three years later and ask me to come back. Meanwhile, ashley starts dressing like wills girlfriends in order to get more attention from the guys. The original aunt viv went on to slam smith and his wife. Imma let you finish, lightskin aunt viv, but darkskin aunt viv is the. Watch aunt viv slayyy dance routine skip navigation sign in. Her vindication at the end of the iconic dance sequence was a shared experience amongst all black women who had ever been told theyd never be good enough. Never one to censor herself, hubert has been open about her rift with fresh prince star, will smith, and has seemingly remained on the outs with. And why did you call me back three years later and ask me to come back on the show and buy. This fresh prince episode feels so different when you. Fresh prince of belair aunt vivian marcus henderson. Just look at her slaying in every outfit like its nobodys business.