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June 28 2023

Story By Joe Frank

Will Smith Rejects RuPaul's Cameo on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

Will Smith and RuPaul both rising stars in the early '90s, almost had a crossover on the hit sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.

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However according to executive producer David Steven Simon, Smith rejected the idea of having RuPaul make a cameo appearance.

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Despite Simon's enthusiasm Smith adamantly rejected the suggestion repeatedly stating that it was a bad idea.

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Simon believes that Smith's refusal stemmed from his concern about protecting his image and reputation.

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According to Simon, Smith's main reason for saying no was purely about preserving his public perception.

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The executive producer's attempts to convince Smith ultimately failed, and he had no choice but to back down.

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Smith's decision meant that RuPaul's appearance on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air never materialized.

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The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air premiered in 1990 and marked Smith's acting debut propelling him to stardom.

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The show was inspired by Smith's own life and built upon his success as a member of the hip-hop duo DJ Jazzy Jeff & the Fresh Prince.

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The rejection of RuPaul's cameo on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air highlights the intersection of two rising stars in the '90s entertainment industry.

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