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Yahoo
10-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Alfonso Ribeiro is following the Uncle Phil parenting playbook
Alfonso Ribeiro knows that it takes a village to raise a child. The dads on his sons' baseball teams factor into his. 'All of the dads, we're like, 'Look, if my kid does something I wouldn't approve of, you have full ability to speak to my child and let me know,'' the actor and television host, 53, tells Yahoo Life. 'The kids know that all the parents are watching.' And don't let his gig as the host of America's Funniest Home Videos fool you: Ribeiro knows when it's time to get serious. Much like Carlton Banks, his iconic character on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, he values structure and discipline, especially when it comes to raising his four children: Sienna, 22; AJ, 11; Anders, 10; and Ava, 6. 'Structure is very important for kids, because it's what you'll deal with in life,' says Ribeiro, who will be at a baseball tournament with his kids on Father's Day. 'And if you get used to structure at an early age, you are ready for what life is going to bring you.' It's safe to say Ribeiro developed the discipline he tries to instill in his children at a young age. He started performing at age 8, starring in a Broadway show in 1983 and dancing in a Pepsi commercial with Michael Jackson a year later. He acted in the 1980s sitcom Silver Spoons before hitting it big as Carlton in the '90s, and then had a resurgence when he won the Mirrorball Trophy on Season 19 of Dancing With the Stars. Ten years ago, Ribeiro succeeded fellow DWTS alum Tom Bergeron as the host of America's Funniest Home Videos. He's also hosted game shows and even earned a Daytime Emmy nomination for his work on the blackjack-inspired Catch 21 (alas, he lost to Alex Trebek). But Ribeiro was never ready to hang up his dancing shoes: He returned to the DWTS stage in 2022 as cohost before taking on the gig full-time the next year. He now hosts the two shows concurrently and is getting ready for a Father's Day AFV special called America's Funniest People. As a father of two boys and two girls, Ribeiro has had to tailor his parenting style over the years. One thing he's learned is to be a little gentler on his daughters — at least at the start. 'There is a toughness that I think boys need when they're younger,' he says. 'Girls need nurturing when they're younger, and then [to get] a little tougher as they get older and can understand it.' So he isn't afraid to be a bit harsh when necessary, but it's all for the greater good: '[Using] tough words doesn't mean we don't care about you or love you,' he adds. It's a parenting style similar to the one his TV dad, Philip Banks (played by James Avery), had on Fresh Prince. 'He was the archetype of law and order and discipline,' Ribeiro says. 'You knew what Uncle Phil would think before Uncle Phil came on camera. And that's what you should have in your family. Your kids need to know what Dad will think, regardless of whether he's there to see it. If they know what you will think, they're going to stop every once in a while before they do a real dumb thing.' Predictability, he says, is important. He knows that the dynamic doesn't work without trust and swears by two parenting rules: 'Be willing to listen' and 'I don't speak it unless I mean it.' Even though their dad has been famous for their entire lives, Ribeiro's children still find it a little strange when people approach him. 'I'm just Dad to them,' he says. 'I work really hard to try to give [them] as much normalcy as possible.' He doesn't consider himself a very modern dad — save for the fact that his children are homeschooled — and even hears himself saying, 'Boy, if you only knew' quite frequently. And while he can be stern, he prides himself on raising kids who are affectionate. 'I don't want boys who can't show their feelings,' he says. Any success he's found, he's quick to share with his wife, Angela, whom he calls 'an incredible mother,' and his network of fellow parents. He's reminded of something his college dean once told him: That you need more than your own parents to parent you. 'At the end of the day,' he says, 'if you have a group of people that all help, I hold that sacred.'
NDTV
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
Emmy-Award Winning Writer Steve Pepoon, Known For 'The Simpsons', Dies At 68
Steve Pepoon, an Emmy-winning writer for 'The Simpsons', has died at the age of 68. The writer had been battling cardiac amyloidosis, a heart condition, for two years before his unexpected death on May 3 in Paola, Kansas. Mary Stephenson, Mr Pepoon's wife, confirmed the news to The Hollywood Reporter. His family announced on Facebook: "It is with deep sadness that the family of Steve Pepoon announces his passing on Saturday, May 3, 2025. Steve was a beloved member of our family and was cherished by many friends. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life event is being planned, and details will be shared soon." His Life And Legacy Born in Kansas City, Missouri, in 1956, Mr Pepoon moved to Los Angeles in 1979, breaking into TV with a script in 1985. His script later became an episode of 'Silver Spoons ' that aired in January 1986. Fifteen months later, he was hired as a staff writer on 'ALF', another NBC comedy, and wrote for its final three seasons through 1990. Mr Pepoon's career was marked by his work on other iconic shows like 'Roseanne' and 'The Wild Thornberrys', which he co-created. His most celebrated achievement was writing 'The Simpsons' episode '' Homer vs. Lisa and the 8th Commandment" (1991), earning a Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Animated Program. The episode, centred on Homer's illegal cable hookup and Lisa's moral stand, showcased his sharp wit. His legacy includes a scholarship fund for Paola High students pursuing writing and film. Online Tributes His death sparked an outpouring of grief and heartfelt tributes from fans, colleagues, and the entertainment industry. Known for his sharp wit and storytelling, Mr Pepoon left an indelible mark on television, particularly through his work on 'The Simpsons'. Fans flooded social media platforms like X, sharing clips and quotes from the episode, which humorously tackled Homer's illegal cable hookup and Lisa's moral dilemma, praising its blend of comedy and heart. Many highlighted his ability to craft relatable, timeless stories that resonated across generations. One user wrote, "Rest in peace. Thank you for bringing hours and hours of entertainment to us." Another commented, "Rest in peace. It's been an amazing run since my childhood."
Buzz Feed
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Buzz Feed
'80s Child Actors, Then And Now
Child stars are without a doubt some of the most fascinating people in all of Hollywood. While they obviously age out of child acting roles, it sometimes feels like they're frozen at the age they became famous, especially for those of us who constantly rewatch old TV shows and movies. We've covered the "then and now" transformations for '90s–'10s child stars — but if you thought those were shocking, hold onto your hats, because we're going back to the '80s today! And seeing these people all grown up is low-key making me rethink the entire aging process. So here we go: your fave '80s child stars, then and now... First, here is Raven-Symoné from The Cosby Show at age 5: And here she is now, age 39: Here is Ricky Schroder from Silver Spoons at age 13: And here he is now, age 55: This was actually from 2020, so he was technically 50 in this photo. Here is Alyssa Milano from Who's The Boss? at age 11: And here she is now, age 52: Here is Corey Feldman from The Goonies and Stand By Me at age 14: And here he is now, age 53: Here is Fred Savage from The Wonder Years at age 11: And here he is now, age 48: Here's Danny Cooksey from Diff'rent Strokes at age 8: And here he is now, age 49: This was also the most recent photo I could find of him. It's from late 2019. Here is Danielle Brisebois from Archie Bunker's Place at age 12: And here she is now, age 55: Here's Tracey Gold from Growing Pains at age 11: And here she is now, age 55: Here is Drew Barrymore from E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial at age 7: And here she is now, age 50: Here is Sean Astin from The Goonies at age 14: And here he is now, age 54: Here is Aileen Quinn from Annie at age 10: And here she is now, age 53: Here is Tiffani Thiessen from Saved by the Bell at age 15: And here she is now, age 51: Here is Candace Cameron Bure from Full House at age 11: And here she is now, age 49: Here is Mario Lopez from Saved by the Bell at age 15: And here he is now, age 51: Here is Lukas Haas from Witness at age 9: And here he is now, age 49: Here is Soleil Moon Frye from Punky Brewster at age 8: And here she is now, age 48: Here is Alfonso Ribeiro from Silver Spoons at age 13: And here he is now, age 53: Here is Danny Pintauro from Cujo at age 8: And here he is now, age 49: Here is Peter Billingsley from A Christmas Story at age 15: And here he is now, age 54: Here is Kim Fields from The Facts of Life at age 11: And here she is now, age 55: Here is C. Thomas Howell from The Outsiders at age 17: And here he is now, age 58: Here is Justin Henry from Kramer vs. Kramer and Sixteen Candles at age 14: And here he is now, age 53: This photo was also from 2019! So he was 48 here. Here is Molly Ringwald from Sixteen Candles and The Breakfast Club at age 17: And here she is now, age 57: Who's your favourite child actor from the '80s? And whose transformation shocked you the most? Tell me in the comments below! Plus, you should follow BuzzFeed Canada on Instagram and TikTok for more nostalgic content!
Daily Mirror
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Simpsons star dies 'unexpectedly' after heart issues as family share sad tribute
A writer who worked on The Simpsons has died "unexpectedly", his family has confirmed. Steve Pepoon, who won an Emmy award for writing an episode of the his animated comedy, died aged 68 outside of his home in Paola, Kansas. His family said he had been receivng treatment for a heart condition called cardiac amyloidosis for two years before his death on May 3. In a statement on Facebook, his devastated family said: "It is with deep sadness that the family of Steve Pepoon announces his passing on Saturday, May 3, 2025. "Steve was a beloved member of our family and was cherished by many friends. He will be greatly missed. A celebration of life event is being planned, and details will be shared soon." Steve's first break in the industry came when he sold a script for an episode of Silver Spoons in late 1985, with his episode airing the following year. He later sold scripts to the producers of huge show, Alf. He was then hired to be a writer for the series and stayed there for three years. An episode he later penned for The Simpsons earned him an Emmy in 1991 or Best Animated Special. Elsewhere, he also wrote for the likes of Ferris Beuller and Get a Life. The long list of shows on his CV went on, including production titles for shows such as Roseanne and Tom. Steve later went on to release a hugely popular cartoon. He was the co-creator of The Wild Thornberrys, which ran between 1998 and 2004. He also made an appearance in front of the camera during his time working on the Naked Gun 33 1/3 movie. He was offered the chance to have a cameo role after it was found one scene didn't have enough audience members.
