Janet Hubert, best known as the original Aunt Viv from The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, has confirmed that her long feud with Will Smith is officially over. After more than 30 years of public disagreements and tension, Hubert says their relationship today is “so good,” describing a sense of healing that fans once thought impossible.
The fallout began in 1993 when Hubert left the sitcom after three seasons. She later revealed that a difficult contract, financial struggles, and personal hardships led to her departure, but rumors of her being “difficult” on set—fueled in part by Smith’s early comments—damaged her career and reputation. For decades, the two traded words in interviews, keeping the feud alive in the public eye.
The turning point came in 2020 during the Fresh Prince 30th anniversary reunion, where Smith and Hubert sat down for an emotional conversation. Smith admitted to misjudging and mishandling the situation, while Hubert spoke openly about the pain and lost opportunities that followed her exit. That moment, broadcast to millions, marked the beginning of a reconciliation that has only grown stronger since.
In a recent interview, Hubert shared that Smith has gone beyond apologies to actively support her current projects, including her animated series JG and the BC Kids. His team even helped her pitch the project to major platforms like Netflix and Amazon, showing that their relationship has moved from conflict to collaboration.
For fans of The Fresh Prince, this reunion is not just about two actors mending fences—it is a story of accountability, forgiveness, and growth. The once fractured relationship between Smith and Hubert now stands as an example of how time, honesty, and empathy can transform even the longest feuds into opportunities for renewal.