Longtime "Newlywed Game" host wins when he steps into his familiar role as game show host in this classic episode. I was a fan of his, so when I got the part, I was like "Yes!" I actually have a Polaroid from the episode where Will has on like, tuxedo shorts. It's not unusual for Carlton to have school-related anxiety, so luckily when Will gets an interview for Princeton and Carlton doesn't, he's visited by his guardian angel Tom Jones. For Will, it was like him kind of getting paid to go to acting school. Like, what did we have on? )," S05 E25 "For Whom the Wedding Bells Toll". Make sure that you stay focused, and youll have a great career in front of you, Viv. I met Will briefly on the set of A Different World and found him bright, charismatic, and talented. Long before introducing the nation to the concept of "smizing," super model Tyra Banks has Will and Carlton smiling on the regular when she takes on a season-long arc as Jackie, Will's childhood friend from Philly. Episodes: S05 E12 "Same Game, Next Season," S05 E13 "Three's A Crowd," S05 E18 "The Wedding Show (Psyche! It was the vehicle that took him from the Fresh Prince, to the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, to Academy Award-nominatedmegastar. Episode: S06 E07 "Not with My Cousin You Don't". lt took me years to get back. Fox: I had kind of just started acting and was coming off of soap operas, and graduating to doing nighttime television, sitcoms, and dramas. He had other things going on besides the show. Lela Rochon: You know what? The Fresh Prince of Bel-Airs status made the show a platform for its guest-stars. So I was a fan of the showyou always watch the jobs you dont get; thats why I watched the showand I really liked it. Episode: S05 E25 "For Whom the Wedding Bells Toll". She is known for her role as Dina in the 1988 film School Daze and as Whitley Gilbert-Wayne on the NBC The Cosby Show spin-off A Different World, which originally ran from 1987 to 1993. I started off all nice, and then when we got to dinner, I just turned on him. He came back hard and authentic and I knew he was a great talent whether the show got picked up or not. They were like, "Youre on a soap opera, honey." Lela Rochon: I just look at the pictures and I cant believe how young we were, which is more amazing to me. . Jasmine has also worked with these great performers and directors in these films and miniseries: Spike Lee's 'School Daze'; Eddie Murphy's 'Harlem Nights'; Alex Hailey's 'Queen', and Debbie Allen's 'Stompin' at the Savoy'. Hes a star." No epic guest star list would be complete without a drop in from the King of Cameos, Mr. William Shatner. While the show had a huge impact on American style one could not overlook the beautiful . I still have thatits the heart of who I am. Keeping up with the show's tradition featuring of winning sports cameos, Ken Griffey Jr. lends one of baseball's best arms to Carlton's carnival game and offers Will some valuable dating advice. I remember one time at lunch, they took me golfing and it was a disaster. Her most recent role as Grams on the popular series 'Vampire Diaries' can be seen on the C.W. One of her favorite roles was that of Roxy, the grim reaper meter maid on Showtime's hit series 'Dead Like Me' (with Mandy Patinkin.) He was like, "Yeah, give me a little sista girl." I think I had done one of his early videos. Jasmine Guy. Fox: I think we would do a prayer before the show, because what youd do is a dry taping, and then youd tape it in front of an audience. Thats definitely a joke; I definitely dont take myself that seriously, but it is what it is. . She's 60 as of January 2023. Bel Biv Devoe gave a performance in the Banks living room that was worth risking Uncle Phil's wrath for. People were posting quotes from the episodethings I had even forgotbecause they remember everything about that show. Every time you see him, he always greets you the same. Image Awards for her portrayal of the pretentious but funny southern belle. Youre just like, "This cannot be real," but it was so real. Child acting phenomenon Nicholle Tom lands her first TV role in this episode, which also features a performance from Bel Biv Devoe. I know I couldnt jump inside of his head to see what he wanted, because at the end of the day, thats what the job is. It doesnt even happy every other day, so when I look back on those times, I have more appreciation for certain things now than I did then because I think was so naive. Before landing her timeless role as Dionne in "Clueless," Dash proves that she has star quality as a visiting celebrity who Will is so smitten by that he misses his own surprise party to hang out with her. It was just the right vehicle to make him shine and make you see him in a different light, and I think he transitioned really well. Jasmine Guy (Kayla Samuels, Season 1, Episode 21): I was happy to be asked to do the show Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. "Family Matters" star Jaleel White catches serious heat from Carlton and Will after they over him talking to Ashley about having sex. Then afterwards, talking to Tisha Campbell and a couple of other people within the show, I realized that he gave the speech to every girl that did the show. In an interview on "The Graham Norton Show" in 2017 (via ET ), Will Smith revealed that during the early days of "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air," he would learn the entire script for every episode . Rumor has it that Jada was supposed to be cast as "Lisa" who was Will Smith's longtime girlfriend who stood him up on the altar. I think I had read for Karyn Parsons role [Hilary] and then I read [for the role of Cindy] and ended up finally getting that part. In 1991, she released her self-titled album on Warner Bros. Records, featuring the hit single 'Try Me'. Elise Neal: I could see the talent from watching the show before I was even on it. She was like, "If you dont like this, youd better say something," or "If you dont like your makeup, go in the bathroom and fix it yourself." I remember being like, "Thank God hes tall," and I remember he was nice, but he was really confident. Lela Rochon: I didnt know him at all. Six auditions later, I got the part. I didnt want to leave. The fact that it has lasted this long and is iconic, and universally known as "ours," shows that timing is everything. By the time l realized l'd made a mistake, it was too late. Lela Rochon: What I remember most about doing that show was that Will was newly engaged to his first wife, Sheree, and they were very much in love. Let me tell you both Kayla Samuels: Let me tell you something. Vivica Fox:There wasnt ad-libbing because we were both kind of new to the gameback then, we had to stick to the scriptso we spent a lot of time making the lines believable, and every once in a while, maybe he would ad-lib. Because hes the complete opposite of that character. Did he do that? Description: Jasmine Guy (born March 10, 1962) is an American actress, director, singer and dancer. The psycho bitch showed up. ", Episode: S02 E01 "Did the Earth Move for You?". Episode: S03 E11 "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way Home from the Forum". These are the moments you cant find on YouTube. It wasnt like, "Oh, Im on this show with this guy. His talent and crossover appeal were evident, but not all of the actresses could see that he was on his way to becoming who he is today. I wanna b ur fantasy and maybe u could be mine! Jasmine Guy Actress Writer Director IMDbPro Starmeter See rank Play trailer 1:46 The Lady Makers (2022) 9 Videos 85 Photos Actress-dancer-director Jasmine Guy has enjoyed a diverse career in television, theatre and film. Season-only. In honor of the shows 25th anniversary, we spoke to a few of themNia Long, Jasmine Guy, Lela Rochon, Elise Neal, and Vivica A. Foxabout their memories from the show, the impact it had on their careers, and its lasting influence. She brings just the right touch of NYC sophistication and delicious woman in her role and the episode moves along with the expect smoothness and funny moments that we all love from the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. In honor of the show's 25th anniversary, we spoke to a few of themNia Long,. It was such a great show; it wasnt just about Will, it was about a great family, success, life lessons, and all those cool things. Contents 1 Biography 1.1 Personal life 2 Filmography 3 Appearances 4 Gallery 5 References 6 External links TV super-personality Leeza Gibbons has no problem putting Hilary in her place after she parks in her reserved spot. Role: Kayla Samuels. Does Will make an effort to step up his game? Its been 24 years, so I dont remember if Will and I had ever met before the show. This comedic legend gives Will a run for his money as the hospital's wittiest womanizer. What I love about the show is that it started a great history of friendships, and Im still good friends with all of them to this day. Fox: I think I had met him because I remember one time, I did a little bit of stand-in work for Jasmine Guy. So when I did get offered the role to play his girlfriend, I figured it would be fun. Regis choses Hilary as a temporary replacement for his longtime sidekick Kathie Lee Gifford, and realizes that perhaps this should not be his final answer. On The Fresh Prince, he was playing a character closer to who he really is, but once I realized that he played this character that couldnt be more unlike him, I gained a whole new respect for him. Voorhies plays an old flame of Carlton's and surprises the hell out of everyone when she comes bearing the news that Carlton may be a father. If youve interviewed any of the other actresses who were cast opposite of him, I know someone told you that he gives a speech, right? Obviously, Will Smith was fortunate enough to have a seemingly endless number of talented and beautiful women play his girlfriends during the shows run. In honor of MTVs #Throwblock, which now airs episodes of Fresh Prince from noon to 2 p.m. every weekday, we've compiled the internet's only truly complete list of every single guest star to share a screen with Sir Will and his wealthy, wacky family. After years on Broadway and touring the globe, Jasmine landed the role of Whitley Gilbert on the Cosby Show spin-off 'A Different World'. I was just happy to be there, and I was excited that I was getting to play such a cool role and do a lot of different fun scenes. That was sort of impressive to me. Will knows it and l know it, but unless you know it, there is nothing more l can say. ", Episode: S04 E01 "Where There's a Will, There's a Way"(Part 1). As Will mentally prepares to walk down the aisle, he's nearly sidelined by this sexy classmate who may spell trouble for his engagement. Will and Lisa's wedding may explode in this episode, but at least real-life popular newscaster Arthel Neville and the Banks sisters look good in their bridesmaid dresses. In one of television's most epic meeting of minds, Carlton gets a chance to perform his self-titled dance for none other than Don Cornelius from "Soul Train.". Birth Place:Boston, Massachusetts, United States, Profession Funny lady Kathy Griffin plays a reporter who intends to interview Uncle Phil about an award he's won, but finds his squeaky clean history boring, until Will "helps" Phil by telling her embarrassing details of Phil's rustic past. Actress-dancer-director Jasmine Guy has enjoyed a diverse career in television, theatre and film. (Season 3, Episode 19 as "Cindy"), Episodes: The Script Formerly Known As and Not, I Barbecue (Season 2), Episode: "Kiss My Butler" (Season 1, Episode 10 as "Helen"), Episode: Recurring character for 16 episodes as "Lisa", Episode: "M Is For The Many Things She Gave Me" (Season 4, Episode 22 as "Janice"), Episodes: "Working It Out" (Season 1, Episode 25 as "Marissa Redman"); "She Ain't Heavy" (Season 2, Episode 8 as "Dee Dee"), Episode: "Cold Feet, Hot Body" (Season 5, Episode 23 as "Denise"), Episode: "Clubba Hubba" (Season 1, Episode 3 as "Mimi Mumford"), Episode: "When You Hit Upon A Star" (Season 4, Episode 17 as "Michelle Michaels"), Episode: "Did The Earth Move For You?" T. lasted this long and is iconic, and universally known as "ours," shows that timing is everything. No this, no that." In honor of the show's 25th anniversary, we spoke to a few of themNia. Episode: "Love At First Fight" (Season 1, Episode 21 as "Kayla Samuels"). One look at this super model, and it's easy to see why after setting Geoffrey up on a blind date with her, Will wants to keep her for himself. Vivian winds up lecturing Kayl See production, box office & company info. I think I had done one of his early videos. Ritualistic? She is best known for her starring role as Whitley Gilbert in the television sitcom A Different World and Roxy in Dead Like Me . Will Smith and Jasmine Guy (Photo by Alice S. Hall/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images). I dont remember which season it was that I joined the show, but by the time I arrived, he was just breaking into film and doing other things, so there was no judgment. In the final episode of season five, Will and Lisa may be having trouble in paradise, but the sitcom's plans to get every "Cosby Show" alum to stop by are going quite swimmingly. All I heard was "No tongue," and everything went black. People related to that guy who could rap, who was a little goofy, who was from the hood but moved to such a nice area and was living the dream. Vivica Fox: There wasnt ad-libbing because we were both kind of new to the gameback then, we had to stick to the scriptso we spent a lot of time making the lines believable, and every once in a while, maybe he would ad-lib. We played dozens, and for anyone that knows anything about black folk.you don't talk about [anyones] mama. Lela Rochon: You know what, I guess because now I have kids and Wills still very popular, now I just pop my collar and say, "Yeah, I was one of his girlfriends, whatever." That was sort of impressive to me. It all worked together beautifully, and it was Benny Medinas brainchild. While the show had a huge impact on American style one could not overlook the beautiful women who also made cameos on the show. Will's drool turns into dribbling when a school-time day dream has him fantasizing about playing one on one with this Pistons great. Nia Long: Heres what I have to say about my career, in general: I feel like I had so many wonderful examples of what acting is all about. To keep it real, I was so nervous at the timeI was still so new to the business of actingI wouldnt have even stepped to Will Smith to say anything. Jasmine Guy is an American actress, director, singer, and dancer. Already three albums deep into his hip-hop career, Will Smith was a star by the time The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air began airing in the fall of 1990. Fox: She was doing A Different World, but she also did a guest-appearance [on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air], so then when they called me in to audition, I said absolutely. If youre at a level of success and you want to take the next step, then you have to let your team know thats what you want to make it happen. I was just like "Okay, Im here.". Ive been working non-stop for the last 25 years. Actor, singer, dancer, songwriter, director, writer. The "Good Times" star plays the father of Will's girlfriend and a bit of a ladies man. One of Vivian's students, Kayla Samuels (Jasmine Guy) comes over for dinner and Will tries to impress her, but fails. The audition process was a different experience for each of the actresses. Look no further because you will find whatever you are looking for in here. She was so cool, and Ill say: she may have played Foxy Brown, but Pam Grier is just a sweet, beautiful soul. Vivica A. For me, the pride is in the fact that A. I got the job and B. that I worked side-to-side with Will Smith. Fox: It was totally hilarious. Fox: It definitely got the ball rolling and the phone started ringing. Lela Rochon: I remember they said we were going to go into Wills dressing room and do a group prayer, but before we did the prayer, they did a dance. For me, the pride is in the fact that A. I got the job and B. that I worked side-to-side with Will Smith. Some auditioned multiple times before securing their roles, others say they barely auditioned, and one actually read for a major role prior to her guest appearance. As Uncle Phil's sexy ex-girlfriend, Pam Grier brings plenty of drama, as well as a daughter for Will to ogle. Nia Long: I was scared to death pretty much every day I was there, and I tried not to show it. The natural unease was settled by the familial environment on set, as well as the fact that some of them had met members of the castincluding Willbefore. He came back hard and authentic and I knew he was a great talent whether the show got picked up or not. When Guy plays one of Aunt Viv's opinionated students, Will quickly develops the hots for her and learns that dating college girls means entering a totally different world. Jasmine Guy is the first guest star to have "Special Appearance by" on the scene after the intro. 2023 TV GUIDE, A FANDOM COMPANY. Ceremonial? Having an intro that DJs can randomly drop in the club over two decades later is admirable, but its far from the shows most impressive element. Vivica A. Elise Neal: Im not surprised by it. So how old is Jasmine Guy? lf you wonder why l seem to fit so well here it's because l worked damn hard to get here and l know l deserve it. Lela Rochon: When I saw Bad Boys, I remember being so surprised and taken aback. To be able to say that the great, bomb-ass Pam Grier was my mother and that Will had sex with her, and that I was part of that whole episode is still a very nice memory that I have. Elise Neal: I was nervous, and I had what, to me at the time, was a lot of lines, so any free time I got away from the set, I was in my dressing room going over the lines. To keep it real, I was so nervous at the timeI was still so new to the business of actingI wouldnt have even stepped to Will Smith to say anything. The guest stars they had on the show were just incredible week after week, the writing was excellent, and the cast was amazing. James Avery and Elise Neal (Photo by Joseph Del Valle/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images). The 20-year-old student of NYU's Tisch School of the Arts debuted her acting skills in the 2016 Atlanta play, "Serial Black Face." Not much has been reported about Monica's life today but we suspect she's still very much a part of her sister's life and her daughter's too. 2/25/91. We would do a prayer before every show, and there would be aI dont even know what you call it, its like what a basketball player does with his team before a gameand Will would jump right in the circle. [4] Following a move to California, she appeared in a 1991 episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air as Kayla, one of Will Smith 's girlfriends. You usually do a prayer before you shoot a scene or begin filming to make sure everything is good. How would you feel if someone interfered with your life? 1996-2023, Amazon.com, Inc. or its affiliates. Episode: S05 E18 "The Wedding Show" (Psyche!). Jasmine starred on Broadway in the original productions of Beehive and Leader of the Pack, and reprised . It was the vehicle that took him from the Fresh Prince, to the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, to Academy Award-nominated megastar. She was born on March 10, 1962. She was so cool, and Ill say: she may have played Foxy Brown, but Pam Grier is just a sweet, beautiful soul. Lela Rochon: You knew it was a big show when it came out. Thats reserved for the career boost given to the actors who appeared on the show, from the main players to the ones who only had scenes in one or several of Fresh Prince's 148 episodes. Released in 2019, Disney's live-action remake of the 1992 animated film starred Mena Massoud as the . The audition process was a different experience for each of the actresses. It wasnt like, "Oh, Im on this show with this guy. Nia Long: I dont think I allowed myself to get as excited as I shouldve been, because I was just in shock a lot of the time. Nia Long: Yeah, I think its The Nia Long Effect; I dont know [Laughs]. Having an intro that DJs can randomly drop in the club over two decades later is admirable, but its far from the shows most impressive element. I studied really hard, and I went in there and nailed it. Stepping off the court for a moment, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar dons the ridiculous golfing outfit Hilary has purchased for Uncle Phil and tees up with Jazz as his caddy. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air (TV Series 1990-1996) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. In fact, she never let a single blade of. Vivian Banks: Kayla, don't be so angry with Will. I didnt find it intimidating, but I was like, "Wow, hes so confident to be so young." Bo Knows Comedy! I still have thatits the heart of who I am. Lela Rochon: I remember they said we were going to go into Wills dressing room and do a group prayer, but before we did the prayer, they did a dance. Twenty years later, Im finishing up the sequel. No. Kayla Samuels 1 episode, 1991-1995 Tisha Campbell . Thats his gift, and Will was lucky to have collaborated with him to do a show that resonated with everyone. Elise Neal:I posted a flashback picture of me and Pam Grier on Instagram recently, and it almost got a thousand likes. New hunting and fishing license year begins in Montana, LeBron James, DeAaron Fox, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander injury updates and NBA playoff race, Mother pleads for justice in Christmas Eve double homicide. Episodes: S06 E09,10 "There's the Rub" (Parts 1 and 2). When a bout of tonsillitis forces Will to come to grips with his fear of hospitals, Doctor Dre from "Yo! Jasmine Guy (Kayla Samuels, Season 1, Episode 21): I was happy to be asked to do the show Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Actually, Will helped me practice for my Set It Off audition. Episodes: S05 E25 "For Whom the Wedding Bells Toll" and S06 E21 "I, Stank Hole in One". I remember one time at lunch, they took me golfing and it was a disaster. Fields's character Monique gets a crash course in boys and "The Facts of Life" when Will and Jazz devise a hair brained scheme to set up a fake marriage in order to trick her into going all the way with Will. Vivica A. Calling The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air a "cultural touchstone" is a gross understatement. [Seeing him] take it to the next level was kind of beautiful, and its always amazing to me who joins you on that journey when your life is about to make a huge change. I didnt even know I was sassy back then, I was just being me. Arthel returned as herself the following season. Her parents were of African American and Portuguese descent. Jasmine Guy Birth Place: Boston, Massachusetts, United States Profession Actor, singer, dancer, songwriter, director, writer Actor 66 Credits Queen 2022 Reunion Road Trip 2021 Grey's Anatomy 2019. The former Captain Kirk commands full attention playing himself appearing on Hilary's talk show. I remember going to see him in Bad Boys, and when he came running down the street with that shirt open I was like, "Oh shit, my boy evolved! They were like, "Youre on a soap opera, honey." That was her part; she really owned it. Lela Rochon: When I saw Bad Boys, I remember being so surprised and taken aback. And he was right. Episode: "Stop Will! It was just strange because I worked with Eddie Murphy and all of these people and nobody did that. Elise Neal: Pam Grier taught me so many life lessons in that week. Miss Guy drops in on the Fresh PrinceFire! Fox: Well, you know he had the best of the best, so it makes me feel really good to be in the company of those hot chicks! - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator: Reply #1 posted 07/10/08 3:37pm. Nia Long: We did Made in America together, but when I saw him in Six Degrees of Separation, it hit me that he was a really good actor. For some, it was a chance to show their versatility as performers. In addition to her defining role on A Different World, she appeared in a 1991 episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air as Kayla, one of Will Smith's girlfriends. Zsa Zsa may be the paradigm of glitz and glamor, but that doesn't stop Will and Carlton from becoming convinced that her character, movie star Sonya Lamor, has stolen Aunt Viv's silverware. Guy and Ali first met on the set of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. Vivica A. Jasmine starred on Broadway in the original productions of Beehive and Leader of the Pack, and reprised hit productions of 'Grease', 'The Wiz' and 'Chicago' (as Velma Kelly). Fox surprises Will twice: once by how attractive she is, and then by how infatuated she is with him. Elise Neal: Do I have pride that I was one of the girlfriends? She can be seen currently in the film 'October Baby'. Our editorial content is not influenced by any commissions we receive. Fox: Absolutely not. Episode: S04 E17 "When You Hit Upon a Star". He doesnt need to say this." A young girl coming from Brooklyn who lived in South Central, Los Angeles born to a single momthat doesnt happen every day. She won six consecutive N.A.A.C.P. I knew he was really special because, even at that time, he had such a successful music career that you knew he was different. Episode: S04 E19 "You'd Better Shop Around". Hilary wins sister of the year when she pulls strings to get Little T to sing at Ashley's birthday, but the party's over when he falls for Ashley and Will and Carlton become overly protective. Episode: S01 E09 "Someday Your Prince Will Be in Effect" (Part 2), With Heavy D at the height of his recording career, it makes perfect sense that Will would want to be one of his "boyz.". She began her professional career at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. My mom say's that shit! Episode: S04 E09 "Fresh Prince After Dark". Nia Long (Lisa Wilkes, Multiple episodes): For me, there wasnt an audition process. Nia Long: I dont think I allowed myself to get as excited as I shouldve been, because I was just in shock a lot of the time. Jasmine Guy and Carolyn Hennesy in 'Vanished: Searching for my Sister.' - Credit: Courtesy of A+E Networks. Vivica A. Six auditions later, I got the part. It was like a "posse up" moment: like, lets bring it all in, bring in the love, and get the energy going. Vivica A. In honor of the shows 25th anniversary, we spoke to a few of themNia Long, Jasmine Guy, Lela Rochon, Elise Neal, and Vivica A. Foxabout their memories from the show, the impact it had on their careers, and its lasting influence. 22 Season 1, Episode 22 Banks Shot. It was early in my career and one of the biggest roles I had gotten at that point. So I kind of knew him, and then I knew him out and about as Will Smith the rapper. Vivica A. No, but I am proud that I was on such an amazing show that had superstar after superstar. Lela Rochon: You know what? Elise Neal: I posted a flashback picture of me and Pam Grier on Instagram recently, and it almost got a thousand likes. So many athletes, recording artists, and full-out legends graced the grounds at Banks mansion, that it's almost impossible to keep track of them alluntil now. If he could do it, so could I. Im still trying to be like Will Smith [Laughs]. Chris Rock shows off his acting chops by playing both the familiar role of comedian and his sister, who Will is set up on a date with. For Will, it was like him kind of getting paid to go to acting school. But whats shocking and amazing is the fact that he went straight into it and was so good at it. Vivica A. It wasnt like a ritual, but I think [that happens] on a lot of sets. As lavish as the Banks mansion is, let's face it, it will always be second fiddle to Bel Air's naughtiest domicile. When Will feels ashamed about his lack of self defense techniques, he attempts to become the next karate kid by taking lessons with Mr. Yoshi. For others, it was a launch pad for their careers. So when I got the part, I was thrilled because I love Will and we totally went on to make movie magic laterand not just with him, with his wife too. I didnt. When he said, "Janet, what is wrong with you?!" 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