ThatOtherFan Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 We’re sad to report, James Avery, the father on the classic show Fresh Prince of Bel Air has died at age 65. http://globalgrind.com/2014/01/01/fresh-prince-dad-james-avery-uncle-phil-dies-age-65-photos/ TMZ reports: "Sources close to the actor tell TMZ he died in an L.A. hospital last night. Avery had recently undergone surgery for an undisclosed illness and took a turn for the worse late yesterday. According to the site, his wife, Barbara, had been at his bedside but left for a short period of time to grab a bite to eat and when se returned she learned of her husband’s death." Alfonso Ribeiro, who played Carlton on the hit show, posted his condolence and thought on Twitter: "I'm deeply saddened to say that James Avery has passed away. He was a second father to me. I will miss him greatly." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bailey Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 RIP so sad Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reyna ♔ Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Oh no RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RedSimba Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 Rest in peace Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vibeology Posted January 1, 2014 Share Posted January 1, 2014 RIP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bu. Posted January 2, 2014 Share Posted January 2, 2014 RIP I always wanted someone like Uncle Phil in my life Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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