| Philip Banks | |
|---|---|
| The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air and Bel-Air character | |
&sq=&lang=&file=File:James_Avery.jpg) James Avery, as he appeared while portraying Philip Banks | |
| First appearance | "The Fresh Prince Project" (1990) "Dreams and Nightmares" (2022) |
| Last appearance | "I Done, Part 2" (1996) |
| Portrayed by | James Avery (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air) Granvile O'Neal (Bel-Air film) Adrian Holmes (Bel-Air TV series) |
| In-universe information | |
| Nickname | Uncle Phil Zeke |
| Occupation | Lawyer (1990–1992) Superior court judge (1992–1996) |
| Family | Hilary Banks (older daughter) Carlton Banks (older son) Ashley Banks (younger daughter) Nicky Banks (younger son) Joe Banks (father) Hattie Banks (mother) Will Smith (nephew) |
| Spouse | Vivian Banks |
Philip Banks, commonly referred to as Uncle Phil, is a prominent supporting character on the American TV sitcom, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, played by James Avery from 1990 to 1996.[1] A self-made wealthy lawyer, Banks is the uncle of the delinquent Will, and takes Will into his home in posh Bel Air, Los Angeles, following Will's neighborhood troubles in Philadelphia. The character has often been cited as "one of the best TV dads of all time".[1][2][3][4]
In the 2022 reboot series, Bel-Air, the character is played by Adrian Holmes.[2]
- ^ a b France, Lisa Respers (January 1, 2014). "James Avery, star of 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air,' dies at 68". CNN.
- ^ a b Komonibo, Ineye (April 7, 2023). "Hot Uncle Phil is Bel-Air's Secret Ingredient". Refinery29.
- ^ "James Avery Biography". TV Guide. Retrieved August 27, 2023.
- ^ Tinsley, Justin (June 15, 2018). "Uncle Phil from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' may be the best TV dad in history — this scene proves it". Andscape.