Happy birthday! Alfonso Ribeiro turns 55 today

  • By Lori Macatee
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The iconic and legendary actor turns 55 on Monday, Sep. 21, 2026.

Alfonso Ribeiro is celebrating his 55th birthday today. As a number of online tributes attest, he is one of the most acclaimed actors of his generation.

Popular actor-comedian-dancer Alfonso Ribeiro (The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, ...) has always liked to keep a bit of himself hidden from view. At 55th birthday, he remains a man of many facets.

Ribeiro, a cultural icon

Born in New York on September 21, 1971, Alfonso Ribeiro's career spans an arc over many different eras and tastes in American history. Ribeiro's not just a great actor, he's an inspiration, an icon and a successful business man. At this point in his career, there seems to be little Alfonso hasn't done.

And we've got a feeling the next 12 months are going to be even bigger and better for Alfonso Ribeiro as he promises more to come. After all, he's only 55.

Happy Birthday, Alfonso, you're the best!

Alfonso Ribeiro career in pictures

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