The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

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PAULA KIRYA
Staff Writer

Widely acknowledged for its catchy theme song and for introducing the Carlton dance, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air is was a television sitcom in which the street-smart fictionalized version of Will Smith moves from West Philadelphia to Bel-Air to live with his wealthy relatives. Despite the show’s comedic focus, The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air has addressed parental abandonment, racism and bullying.

“I love how they present their humor-How [the show’s] jokes are appropriate yet still have their funny meaning behind it. [The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air] was very classy, funny and meaningful, and [it’s] a family show so everyone can join in.” junior Monsterrat Fost said.