Its very clearly connected to theFresh Princeuniverse, but it refrains from constantly reminding the audience of that.

Bel-Airexists as a good show in its own right.

You dont need to loveFresh Princein order to appreciate what its trying to do.

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This allows the show to honor their contribution toFresh Princewithout beating audiences over the head with remember this character?

moments that would quickly become annoying and repetitive.

Instead,their inclusion serves a genuine purpose in the story.

Will (Jabari Banks) giving his speech at the Investor Day in Bel-Air Season 3 Episode 8

There arenew characters inBel-Air,but the general direction of the revival is the same as the original show.

Therefore, the characters needed to be recast to keep up with the actors ages.

Will Smith as the character of the same name laughing loudly in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air

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Imagery from Bel-Air and Fresh Prince

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