Quick Info
| Profession | Actor, comedian, dancer, television host and director |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 21/09/1971 |
| Age | 55 years |
| Birthplace | New York City, New York, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Virgo |
Latest News about Alfonso Ribeiro
18/10/2026
Ribeiro announced that he will perform with Tatyana Ali and Jan Ravnik on the Dancing with the Stars 'Dedication Night' episode. The group's routine pays tribute to the late actor James Avery, with Ali singing a Nancy Wilson standard.
01/09/2026
Ribeiro was confirmed to return as host of Dancing with the Stars Season 35, co-hosting again with Julianne Hough. The season premiered on ABC and Disney+ on September 15, 2026, marking his fifth season as co-host.
01/07/2026
Ribeiro hosted A Capitol Fourth: 250th Weekend Celebration, a special edition of the annual holiday broadcast held at the U.S. Capitol Building. The show premiered live on public television on July 3, 2026, marking America's 250th anniversary.
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Bio/Wiki
| Summary | Alfonso Lincoln Ribeiro is an American actor, comedian, dancer and television host who began as a child performer and is best known for playing Carlton Banks on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. He later hosted America's Funniest Home Videos, co-hosts Dancing with the Stars since Season 31 in 2022, and worked extensively as a television director. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 5 in (1.67 m) |
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Personal Life
| Marital Status | Married |
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| Notes | Has been married twice and has four children. |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Angela Unkrich (married 2012) |
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| Former Spouse | Robin Stapler (married 2002; divorced 2006) |
Family
| Father | Michael Ribeiro |
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| Mother | Joy (De Leon) Ribeiro |
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Career
| Early Work | Starred in the title role of the 1983 Broadway musical The Tap Dance Kid |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His family is of Trinidad and Tobago origin according to IMDb, though some sources state Dominican heritage. | |
| 2. He appeared as a dancer in a 1984 Pepsi commercial featuring Michael Jackson. | |
| 3. His signature Carlton Dance from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air became widely recognised. | |
| 4. He is reported to race motorcycles and cars. |
