9 Black Sitcoms That Defied Preconceived Notions Of The African-American Family
The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air
There is no way this list could not include Will Smith’s most lovable TV character and his family. Will, too stubborn to conform to Bel-Air’s upscale life, caused quite a strain for the surly Phil Banks — the respected judge in the area. Aunt Viv, a retired doctor, held a PhD from UCLA. Phil and Viv Banks, married with three kids (and a butler!), definitely challenged the common stereotypes placed upon the American Black family.