Alfonso Ribeiro

Alfonso Ribeiro is best known for his role in the Broadway musical The Tap Dance Kid, where he became the most famous young dancer in America.

TV Actor

September 21, 1971

Virgo

53

The Bronx, New York, United States

Alfonso Ribeiro is a multi-talented American actor, dancer, director, and television personality. He first gained widespread recognition at 12 years old when he starred in the 1983 Broadway musical “The Tap Dance Kid,” which led to him becoming one of the most famous young dancers in the country. Ribeiro is perhaps best known for his portrayal of Carlton Banks on the popular TV show “The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.” He has also made appearances on other television shows such as “Silver Spoons” and “In the House.” In 2014, Ribeiro emerged as the winner of the celebrity edition of “Dancing with the Stars” and has since hosted game shows like “Catch 21” and “America’s Funniest Home Videos.”