fbpx

FRESH PRINCE Star Alfonso Ribeiro Returns To DANCING WITH THE STARS As Co-Host

Photo from Alfonso Ribeiro’s Instagram

FRESH PRINCE Star Alfonso Ribeiro Returns To DANCING WITH THE STARS As Co-Host

By Movieguide® Staff

Alfonso Ribeiro returned to DANCING WITH THE STARS, but this time, in a different role.

The actor joined Tyra Banks as a co-host of the competition show after winning the Mirrorball trophy during Season 19. 

In a press release about his new gig, Ribeiro said, “DANCING WITH THE STARS has been such an important part of my life for so many years, and I am ecstatic to officially re-join this tight-knit family as co-host.”

He added that he hopes his “longstanding friendship” with Banks will resonate with fans of the show. 

Banks echoed Ribeiro’s statement, saying, “I’ve known Alfonso since I was 19 years old, and he always puts a smile on my face whenever I see him. Having such a fun-loving, longtime friend as co-host warms my heart. Bantering back and forth with him live is going to be so much fun!”

Banks and Ribeiro met when the supermodel appeared in a few episodes of THE FRESH PRINCE OF BEL-AIR. 

Movieguide® previously reported on more changes that are coming to DANCING WITH THE STARS:

After 16 years and 30 seasons, the ABC staple DANCING WITH THE STARS will become the first live series to appear on the streaming platform Disney+.

“Dancing with the Stars’ has entertained fans for 16 years on ABC, and we are excited to bring this beloved show exclusively to Disney+ as the platform’s first-ever live series,” Kareem Daniel, chairman, Disney Media and Entertainment Distribution, said in a recent press release. “The show’s broad appeal, as well as the overwhelming popularity of its Disney-themed competition nights, make Disney+ the perfect home for ‘Dancing with the Stars’ while continuing to expand our demographic reach.

“Dancing with the Stars’ has been a beloved staple on ABC for 30 seasons and brought so much joy to millions of viewers,” Dana Walden, Chairman of Entertainment, Walt Disney Television added. “As we’re significantly expanding our unscripted slate at ABC, this is a great opportunity to introduce this show to a whole new generation of fans on Disney+. We’re so grateful to our incredible partners at BBC Studios and look forward to continuing our relationship with them on this spectacular series, which will continue to be overseen by Rob Mills and the talented Walt Disney Television Alternative team.”

According to the press release, the show will feature a live audience located in Los Angeles, California.

“The fact that our iconic global format ‘Dancing with the Stars’ will now set the record as the first live series on Disney+ represents a major growth opportunity and a bold next step forward in the evolution of the franchise. This unprecedented move, combined with our two-season pick-up, is a testament to the proven power of ‘Dancing with the Stars’ and a resounding vote of confidence from our great, supportive partners at Disney, showing how much they value and believe in the brand,” Valerie Bruce, General Manager, BBC Studios, Los Angeles Productions, said.

The dance competition show signed on for two seasons and will debut in the Fall of 2022.

Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.


Now more than ever we’re bombarded by darkness in media, movies, and TV. Movieguide® has fought back for almost 40 years, working within Hollywood to propel uplifting and positive content. We’re proud to say we’ve collaborated with some of the top industry players to influence and redeem entertainment for Jesus. Still, the most influential person in Hollywood is you. The viewer.

What you listen to, watch, and read has power. Movieguide® wants to give you the resources to empower the good and the beautiful. But we can’t do it alone. We need your support.

You can make a difference with as little as $7. It takes only a moment. If you can, consider supporting our ministry with a monthly gift. Thank you.

Movieguide® is a 501c3 and all donations are tax deductible.