Alfonso Ribeiro

Host, Dancing with the Stars & America’s Funniest Home Videos

Actor / Actress •
Comedian

Alfonso is an actor, comedian, and host best known for his roles as “Carlton Banks” on Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and “Alfonso Spears” on the long-running series Silver Spoons.
He won the coveted Mirrorball Trophy on Season 19 of ABC’s Dancing with the Stars and now serves as host of the show.
Alfonso is also the host of ABC’s America’s Funniest Home Videos and Game Show Network’s reboot of Catch 21.
His big break came when Michael Jackson cast him in one of his Pepsi commercials after seeing Alfonso starring in the Broadway Musical The Tap Dance Kid.
He directed multiple episodes of Shake It Up, Are We There Yet?, The Wannabes, Meet The Browns, Cuts, Eve, One on One and ten episodes of All of Us.

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Meet Alfonso Ribeiro

Alfonso Ribeiro is a name synonymous with charisma, talent, and versatility in the entertainment industry. With a career spanning over three decades, he has made an indelible mark as an actor, award-winning dancer, television host, and director. Best known for his portrayal of Carlton Banks on the iconic sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Ribeiro has captivated audiences with his unique blend of humor, charm, and undeniable talent.

Ribeiro’s journey in the entertainment world began on the Broadway stage, where he took on the lead role in the Tony®-winning musical The Tap Dance Kid. His exceptional tap-dancing and singing abilities quickly caught the attention of the industry, leading to a recording contract with Island Records and a memorable appearance alongside Michael Jackson in the legendary “Billie Jean” Pepsi commercial in 1984.

Transitioning from Broadway to television, Ribeiro became a household name with his role in the popular NBC sitcom Silver Spoons. But it was his adventurous choice to join the then-new pilot The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air that truly cemented his place in television history. His portrayal of Carlton Banks, complete with the character’s trademark dance moves and quirky personality, became a cultural phenomenon that remains beloved by fans worldwide.

Ribeiro’s talents extend far beyond acting. His deep-rooted love for dance propelled him to victory on the 19th season of Dancing with the Stars, where he wowed audiences with his skills and competitive spirit. Following his win, he continued to share his passion for dance by hosting the nationwide Dancing with the Stars live tour.

As a seasoned television host, Ribeiro has brought his engaging presence to a variety of shows. He currently hosts America’s Funniest Home Videos, a role that has endeared him to families across the nation as they tune in for laughs each week. He has also taken on the hosting mantle for Dancing with the Stars, further solidifying his status as a favorite in the entertainment industry. His hosting credits also include A Capitol Fourth, the annual Independence Day celebration broadcast live from the U.S. Capitol.

Ribeiro’s talents don’t stop in front of the camera. He has built an impressive resume as a television director, lending his expertise to popular series like In the House, Shake It Up, and Meet the Browns. His ability to seamlessly transition between acting, hosting, and directing speaks to his versatility and dedication to his craft.

Outside of the entertainment world, Ribeiro is passionate about golf and serves as a PGA TOUR Champions Ambassador. He balances his busy career with family life in California, where he resides with his wife and four children.

Whether on stage, screen, or behind the scenes, Alfonso Ribeiro continues to be a driving force in entertainment, captivating audiences with his talent, humor, and enduring appeal.

EXTENDED BIOGRAPHY

Alfonso Ribeiro’s iconic television personality danced its way into our hearts with his talents as an actor, TV director, award-winning dancer, and Broadway star. Ribeiro has spent over 30 years leaving his unique mark on television, theater, and pop culture worldwide. Ribeiro currently hosts “America’s Funniest Home Videos” on ABC. The beloved iconic show is currently in its 34th Season!! Showing its timeless appeal, it’s the longest running series on the network.

Ribeiro returned last season to the dance floor of “Dancing with the Stars” ballroom as host of the franchise in its 32nd season!! Julianne Hough also joined as his co-host and assumed Ribeiro’s previous role on DWTS, which is to interview the dancers after their performances in the Celebraquarium, or Sky Box. DWTS currently airs live on both ABC and Disney+.

Audiences can next see Ribeiro host the new wildlife series “Jack Hanna’s Passport” from Hearst Media Production Group. The show will focus on exploring Hanna’s incredible career/adventures around the world and will air weekend mornings starting April 6 also on ABC.

Ribeiro also hosted A Capitol Fourth, the 43rd annual edition of America’s national Independence Day celebration last year and will host again this year. It is broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol on PBS.

Ribeiro also hosts a cable spinoff of the longtime ABC hit, “America’s Funniest Home Videos: Animal Edition” that airs on Nat Geo WILD and brought lots of laughs into homes across America with hilarious clips of cats, dogs and other animals. In addition, he hosted Game Show Network’s six seasons of the hit “Catch 21”, for which his work garnered two Emmy Nominations.

Ribeiro began his career as a child actor encouraged by his mother and father throughout. Most notably, he landed on Broadway playing the lead role in the Tony®-winning musical “The Tap Dance Kid.” As news of Ribeiro’s tap dancing and singing skills spread, he was offered a recording contract with Island Records, for whom he released several dance/pop singles, as well as his role in Michael Jackson’s 1984 “Billie Jean” Pepsi commercial.

Ribeiro moved next to series television in the long-running NBC sitcom “Silver Spoons,” making him an instant teen idol. After earning a theater arts education from Cal State University, Los Angeles, he was given the opportunity to choose a role on the established sitcom “A Different World” or a new pilot called “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” Showing an adventurous streak, he chose the latter and created the lovable iconic character of “Carlton Banks” for which he is known throughout the world.

Having grown up in front of the camera, he knew that opportunities existed behind the camera as well and became a sitcom director. His diverse resume includes popular series like “In the House,” “Shake It Up,” “Are We There Yet?,” “The Wannabes,” “Meet the Browns,” “Cuts,” “Eve,” “One on One” and “All of Us.”

Ribeiro continued to make good use of his dancing skills and his competitive nature in 2014 when he won the 19th season of “Dancing with the Stars.” After finishing in first place, he hosted the nationwide “Dancing with the Stars” live tour.

Golf is also one of Ribeiro’s many passions, and he is currently a PGA TOUR Champions Ambassador. He resides in California with his wife and four children.