Alfonso Ribeiro
ActingAbout Alfonso Ribeiro
Alfonso Ribeiro was born in New York on September 21, 1971. Alfonso's family is from Trinidad & Tobago. Although rumor has been that he is of Dominican descent, he has stated in an interview that this is false. Neither he nor his family are from the Dominican Republic; they originate from Trinidad & Tobago. Ribeiro began his career when he debuted on the PBS show "Oye Ollie." After getting the starring role in the Broadway musical "The Tap Dance Kid" Ribeiro was spotted by Michael Jackson who cast him in one of the singer's many Pepsi commercials of that decade. At the age of 10 Ribeiro dabbled as a musician, releasing singles such as "Dance Baby," "Not Too Young (To Fall In Love)", "Sneak Away With Me" and "Time Bomb". It was about this time that he was cast as Ricky Schroder's best friend on the long-running series Silver Spoons (1982). He attended California State University at Los Angeles after the end of the series, and was later cast as Carlton Banks on the popular series The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (1990). An avid race car driver, Ribeiro resides in Los Angeles where he participates in celebrity car races.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Alfonso Ribeiro reveals a career defined by diverse artistic exploration. With a total of 16 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: TV Movie
The majority of Alfonso Ribeiro's filmography leans towards the TV Movie genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 19% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Alfonso Ribeiro remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Alfonso Ribeiro Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Alfonso Ribeiro's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Alfonso Ribeiro.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade | Self - Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 2025 | Dancing With the Stars: Dancing With the Holidays | Himself / Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 2024 | Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade | Self - Host | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2024 | The Wonderful World of Disney: Holiday Spectacular | Self - Host | Flop | Similar → |
| 2021 | Muppets Haunted Mansion | Ghost of Fred | Average | Similar → |
| 2020 | The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 2005 | Love Wrecked | Brent Hernandez | Flop | Similar → |
| 2005 | Girls Rock | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1996 | Kidz in the Wood | Morgan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1993 | Ticks | Darrel 'Panic' Lumley | Average | Similar → |
| 1987 | The Mighty Pawns | Frank | Average | Similar → |
| 1986 | John Grin's Christmas | Rocky | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Andy Williams and the NBC Kids Search for Santa | Self | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There | - | Flop | Similar → |
| 1985 | Night of 100 Stars II | Self | Super Hit | Similar → |
| 1984 | Laugh Busters | - | Flop | Similar → |
Alfonso Ribeiro - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Alfonso Ribeiro?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Alfonso Ribeiro is "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air Reunion" with a rating of 8.1/10.
How many movies has Alfonso Ribeiro acted in?
Alfonso Ribeiro has been featured in at least 16 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Alfonso Ribeiro?
Other notable films include "Night of 100 Stars II", "Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade", and "Muppets Haunted Mansion".