Lela Rochon: I just look at the pictures and I cant believe how young we were, which is more amazing to me. I met Will briefly on the set of A Different World and found him bright, charismatic, and talented. Then I got a couple of other sitcoms and the rest is history. One of Vivian's students, Kayla Samuels (Jasmine Guy) comes over for dinner and Will tries to impress her, but fails. So when we sit down the first day, he says to me: "Were going to do this kissing scene. Were all connected, so its cool. Released in 2019, Disney's live-action remake of the 1992 animated film starred Mena Massoud as the . Ms. When he said, "Janet, what is wrong with you?!" 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. Lela Rochon: I didnt know him at all. As Will mentally prepares to walk down the aisle, he's nearly sidelined by this sexy classmate who may spell trouble for his engagement. Episode: S04 E22 "M is for the Many Things She Gave Me". She began her professional career at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. Jasmine Guy. Carrie Fisher was actually one of the writers for Made in America, which Will and I starred in together, and I just remember going: "Thats fuckin Princess Leia." Jasmine Guy (Kayla Samuels, Season 1, Episode 21): I was happy to be asked to do the show Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. William 'Will' Smith: You dropped out of high school? Child acting phenomenon Nicholle Tom lands her first TV role in this episode, which also features a performance from Bel Biv Devoe. Fox: I was doing The Young and the Restless, and I remember asking my agent why I didnt get a chance to audition for Independence Day. My whole family was counting on me too, but l couldn't handle the pressure, so I ran off with some guy and quit school. Appearing opposite Will was a revolving door of Jet Beauty of the Week candidates who matched wits with the young actor, keeping him on his toes. I still have thatits the heart of who I am. So when I did get offered the role to play his girlfriend, I figured it would be fun. Vivica A. As Uncle Phil's sexy ex-girlfriend, Pam Grier brings plenty of drama, as well as a daughter for Will to ogle. Everybody was watching it and thats why being part of it, even if you werent a series regular, was a great thing because it always meant a lot on your resume. Elise Neal: Pam Grier taught me so many life lessons in that week. Jasmine Guy (born March 10, 1962) [2] [3] is an American actress, director, singer and dancer. 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. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air provided many of these actresses with the exposure they needed to ascend the next plateau. There were so many things to love about The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. Vivica A. After years on Broadway and touring the globe, Jasmine landed the role of Whitley Gilbert on the Cosby Show spin-off 'A Different World'. l'm the last chance for the whole damn family and you have no idea what that feels like. 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. She was so cool, and Ill say: she may have played Foxy Brown, but Pam Grier is just a sweet, beautiful soul. 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. She was born in Boston but raised in a lovely area of Atlanta, Georgia. 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. She's 60 as of January 2023. I look back at some of those episodes like, "Wow, I really needed to tone down the attitude." The guest stars they had on the show were just incredible week after week, the writing was excellent, and the cast was amazing. We played dozens, and for anyone that knows anything about black folk.you don't talk about [anyones] mama. Jasmine Guy. Guy is a busy woman and although she did well in the aforementioned iconic series, she's done more than just shape a single, legendary character. How would you feel if someone interfered with your life? For others, it was a launch pad for their careers. Lela Rochon: You knew it was a big show when it came out. In one of the show's surprisingly tear-jerking moments, entertainment legend Ben Vereen plays Lou, Will's long lost and disappointing father. Taking a break from portraying Tim "The Tool Man" Taylor's oldest son, Zachery heads to Bel Air. I remember being like, "Thank God hes tall," and I remember he was nice, but he was really confident. It was a fun week. I started off all nice, and then when we got to dinner, I just turned on him. Fox: Absolutely not. Nia Long: Yeah, I think its The Nia Long Effect; I dont know [Laughs]. 35 Penelope Cruz Photos That Show Why Shes The Sexiest Woman On Earth, The Wonderful World Of Will: Will Smiths 20 Best Girlfriends On The Fresh Prince. ", Goof: In this episode, Will says he's no good with math, but in ". Six auditions later, I got the part. Its been 24 years, so I dont remember if Will and I had ever met before the show. Because hes the complete opposite of that character. Hes down to earthhes just a class act. Fox surprises Will twice: once by how attractive she is, and then by how infatuated she is with him. The "Good Times" star plays the father of Will's girlfriend and a bit of a ladies man. 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. None of them finished high school. It was already a hit when I auditioned, and when I read that Pam Grier was playing my mother and I was [going to be playing] Will Smiths girlfriend, it was just really a lot of fun. The psycho bitch showed up. She has starred in or directed many productions, including: 'For Colored Girls Who have Considered Suicide When the Rainbow is Enuf; 'Miss Evers' Boys'; 'Blues for an Alabama Sky'; 'The Colored Museum'; 'The Fourposter'; 'The Nacirema Society'; 'Broke-ology'; 'Fool For Love', and most recently, 'God of Carnage' at Atlanta's Alliance Theatre, where she also directed the world premiere of the opera 'I Dream', celebrating the life and journey of Martin Luther King, Jr. Vivica A. No tongue. Hes a star." Bo Knows Comedy! Decades before singing her way to stardom in "Glee," Naya helps Hilary ponder the joys of having a child employee. Jasmine amassed this wealth via acting in a number of box office successes. Nia Long: A ritual? When Carlton is having a crisis over his academic future, he looks to colossal talent Michael Clarke Duncan for validation and gets only an apathetic "Shut up. I realized Id never be the female version of Tiger Woods, but I tried. And he was right. Fox: The great thing is that Will and I both wanted our relationship to seem real, so we spent a lot of time going over lines to make it real. Sherman Hemsley brings all of the charisma and wit that made him a household name to this turn as a judge who defeats Uncle Phil in an election, only to pass away shortly after (which may or may not be related to the fact that Will has strong words with him). Episodes: S04 E05 "It's Better to Have Loved and Lost It" and S06 E11 "I, Ooh, Baby, Baby". Vivica A Fox: Working with them was like working with family. Youre just like, "This cannot be real," but it was so real. Episode: S05 E25 "For Whom the Wedding Bells Toll". That was her part; she really owned it. Kim Fields appeared on the show as Will's love interest Monique. I was a fan of his, so when I got the part, I was like "Yes!" Elise Neal: Im not surprised by it. 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. Standup powerhouse Hughley plays Will's comedian friend from Philly and proves that friends from way back make the best wing men. Obviously, Will Smith was fortunate enough to have a seemingly endless number of talented and beautiful women play his girlfriends during the shows run. Will starts taking time away from her studies and Aunt Viv tells him to cut bac One of Vivian's students, Kayla Samuels comes over for dinner and Will tries to impress her but fails. 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. Nia Long: I was scared to death pretty much every day I was there, and I tried not to show it. As of July 2022, Jasmine Guy 's estimated net worth was $4 million. As lavish as the Banks mansion is, let's face it, it will always be second fiddle to Bel Air's naughtiest domicile. Youre just happy to have a job. 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. It was the vehicle that took him from the Fresh Prince, to the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, to Academy Award-nominatedmegastar. I went on to do Set It Off with his wife and then I played Willow's mom on True Jackson, VP. Nia Long (Lisa Wilkes, Multiple episodes): For me, there wasnt an audition process. I didnt. King. Guy Ritchie hopes to make magic happen a second time: the director has 'ideas' for Aladdin 2. Fox: It definitely got the ball rolling and the phone started ringing. - E-mail - orgNote - Report post to moderator: Reply #1 posted 07/10/08 3:37pm. Scene from. Fox: I had kind of just started acting and was coming off of soap operas, and graduating to doing nighttime television, sitcoms, and dramas. Twenty years later, Im finishing up the sequel. Role: Kayla Samuels. Oprah delivers her usual class and sass in this episode, which centers around a family trip to Chicago to appear on Winfrey's show. Episodes: S05 E12 "Same Game, Next Season," S05 E13 "Three's A Crowd," S05 E18 "The Wedding Show (Psyche! It upsets Will that he fails so the next day they have an argument but wind up liking each other. 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. She began her professional career at the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in New York City. Twenty-five years after its premiere, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air remains a phenomenon. Nia Long: I met Will, we talked for a little bit and then I hung out and watched their process, and then I did one episode. Lela Rochon: It was a very warm, inviting set. Nia Long: I was scared to death pretty much every day I was there, and I tried not to show it. 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). Actually, Will helped me practice for my Set It Off audition. So when I did get offered the role to play his girlfriend, I figured it would be fun. Download to watch offline and even view it on a big screen using Chromecast. 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. Actually, Will helped me practice for my Set It Off audition. Late night host Jay Leno may be able to take a joke in real life, but he's none to happy when Will snaps a picture of him and then accidentally sells it to a tabloid. For Will, it was like him kind of getting paid to go to acting school. 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. At that moment in time, it couldve been anyone on the show, but it really showed me that it was doable. In this early episode, Hardison teams up with Quincy Jones and Al B. 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'. Jasmine Guy . 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. 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. All of them may not harbor pride for this feat, but they understand how that designation aligns with the shows legacy. 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. The ground isn't the only thing that gets shaky when Will and his girlfriend (played by Campbell) are stuck in the basement after an earthquake. Queen Latifah gives Will a lesson in L.A. superficiality when the pair click on a date, but her weight makes Will uneasy about asking her to the school dance. 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. She won six consecutive N.A.A.C.P. 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. It was already a hit when I auditioned, and when I read that Pam Grier was playing my mother and I was [going to be playing] Will Smiths girlfriend, it was just really a lot of fun. Episode: S01 E05 "Homeboy, Sweet Homeboy". 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. I was rollin at the audition, and they called 15 minutes later to tell me I got the part. It upsets Will that he fails so the next day they have an argument but wind up liking e One of Vivian's students, Kayla Samuels comes over for dinner and Will tries to impress her but fails. Vivian Banks: Kayla, don't be so angry with Will. 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. Beautiful chanteuse Vanessa Williams plays a single expectant mother in Aunt Viv's Lamaze class (which Will is roped into attending). Ive been working non-stop for the last 25 years. Fox: I think I had met him because I remember one time, I did a little bit of stand-in work for Jasmine Guy. The rest is told in his gripping visuals, The Exhibit: Finding the Next Great Artist, the "Carlton" (and it's many incarnations). 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. Her other television performances include: 'Melrose Place' (with Heather Locklear); 'NYPD Blue' (with Jimmy Smits); 'Fresh Prince of Bel Air' (with Will Smith) and 'Living Single' (with Queen Latifah). Will's drool turns into dribbling when a school-time day dream has him fantasizing about playing one on one with this Pistons great. Fox: I think I had met him because I remember one time, I did a little bit of stand-in work for Jasmine Guy. Im still sassy, Im still spicy, Im still edgy. Vivian Banks: I know what that feels like. But it was the 90s. Ritualistic? You just never know. Guy began her television career with a non-speaking role, as a dancer, in seven episodes of the 1982 television series Fame under the direction of choreographer Debbie Allen. Between him and Alfonso, all I could do was laugh. [Laughs]. It wasnt like a ritual, but I think [that happens] on a lot of sets. . James Avery and Elise Neal (Photo by Joseph Del Valle/NBCU Photo Bank/Getty Images). 2023 TV GUIDE, A FANDOM COMPANY. I knew he was really special because, even at that time, he had such a successful music career that you knew he was different. Gary slightly modifies his classic catch phrase to suit the Fresh Prince, asking "What you talkin' 'bout, Will?". I try not to think beyond the moment in this business because it changes so frequently and so quickly, so I feel like you do yourself a disservice being worried about things you cant control. She is best known for her starring role as Whitley Gilbert in the television sitcom A Different World and Roxy in Dead Like Me . 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. He got some muscles!". Jasmine Guy Guests on Fresh Prince In One of The Most Powerful Episodes Ever CultureContent 3.14K subscribers Subscribe 7.8K Share 500K views 8 years ago This episode of Fresh Prince. Vivica A. She is best known for her starring role as Whitley Gilbert in the television sitcom A Different World. I actually have a Polaroid from the episode where Will has on like, tuxedo shorts. Being a massive fan of Jasmine Guy I am a bit bias but her debut on the Fresh Prince was everything I would expect from this Sugar Plum fairy beauty. Elise Neal: I could see the talent from watching the show before I was even on it. [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. Her continuing desire to blend balance and discipline with ambition and service continues to fuel her passion for the arts. So I kind of knew him, and then I knew him out and about as Will Smith the rapper. 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. Birthday: Mar 10, 1962 Birthplace: Boston, Massachusetts, USA Dancing is what fueled Jasmine Guy's passion growing up in Massachusetts in the 1960s. Will (Will Smith) is feels sorry for his friend, Kayla Samuels (Jasmine Guy) right now, and but Will (Will Smith) is be successful with his friend, Kayla (Ja. No tongue. Episode: S01 E21 "Love at Fist Fight" Menu. 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. "Cosby Show" cutie Raven-Symone may be a small child, but she makes a big splash as Claudia, the daughter of Will's mother's boyfriend. Im still sassy, Im still spicy, Im still edgy. Ceremonial? Thats his gift, and Will was lucky to have collaborated with him to do a show that resonated with everyone. This is so awkward." 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. and I put up my finger. He had other things going on besides the show. It was representative of black televisions peak during the 1990s, but the fact that everyone watched and can quote entire scenes verbatim makes it exceptional. 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. Nia Long: Yeah, I think its The Nia Long Effect; I dont know [Laughs]. Thats definitely a joke; I definitely dont take myself that seriously, but it is what it is. Everyone was constantly laughing, and he would just do the goofiest dances, and youd say, "Oh my God, sit your ass down," but then you loved it because he was the nucleus and the spirit. 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. 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. Vivica A. Were all connected, so its cool. Jasmine Guy is an American actress, director, singer, and dancer. When the ball is about to drop on the show's final season and it's time to look back on six season's worth of outtakes, who better to help Will than ageless iconic TV host Dick Clark? All I heard was "No tongue," and everything went black. I was just like "Okay, Im here.". Actress-dancer-director Jasmine Guy has enjoyed a diverse career in television, theatre and film. Like, he was a real actor. Ive been working non-stop for the last 25 years. I think I had done one of his early videos. I actually have a Polaroid from the episode where Will has on like, tuxedo shorts. 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. Lela Rochon: You knew it was a big show when it came out. This movie is going to be huge for us." I guess that one episode was sort of my audition, and then after that, they invited me back to do most of the following season. I guess that one episode was sort of my audition, and then after that, they invited me back to do most of the following season. The man who made The Shaft come to life brings all of his cool guy swagger to his role as the discerning father of a girl Will is interested in. 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! In 1991, she released her self-titled album on Warner Bros. Records, featuring the hit single 'Try Me'. 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. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. 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. 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! Everyone was aware of the show, and a certain age groupregardless of racecan recite every word of the iconic theme song. I remember one time at lunch, they took me golfing and it was a disaster. No this, no that." 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'm like dying to crack a joke or something at some. It was like a "posse up" moment: like, lets bring it all in, bring in the love, and get the energy going. 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. lt took me years to get back. Episode: S04 E18 "Stop Will! 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. Then, all of a sudden, he was the Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. There were so many things to love about The Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air. It was such a fun set; everybody was great. As a frequent motivational public speaker, Jasmine is called upon to share her story openly with those who may benefit from her trials and triumphs. 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! 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