Join Will Smith in an expression of gratitude as he celebrates the recognition of Bel-Air

Will Smith Gratefully Unleashes a Wave of Thanks as ‘Bel-Air’ Secures Five NAACP Image Award Nominations

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<p>As the colossal double doors swung open, a breathtaking scene unfolded in the lavish expanse of Bel-Air, revealing the entrance of the young <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/tag/will-smith/">Will Smith</a>, brought to life by the talented Jabari Banks. This pivotal moment marked the beginning of Peacock&#8217;s highly anticipated series, <strong><em>Bel-Air.</em></strong> It was a<strong> reimagination of the beloved &#8217;90s sitcom, <em>The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.</em></strong> The premiere episode painted a picture of opulence and generated buzz around what promised to be one of the <strong>most eagerly awaited colored television shows.</strong></p>
<p>The excitement surrounding the show reached <strong>new heights with NAACP Image Awards nominations.</strong> Expressing his gratitude on Instagram, Smith underscored the significance of such an acclaim.</p>
<h2><strong>Will Smith shines as Bel-Air soars</strong></h2>
<p>Back in the day, from &#8217;90 to &#8217;96, <em>The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air</em> was like a cultural ringleader and a game-changer on American TV. Also, it starred the one and only Smith as a version of himself. On February 13, Peacock dropped the bomb with<em> Bel-Air. </em>It was a revamped and darker spin on the classic, with <strong>Smith pulling the strings as an executive producer.</strong> Grateful vibes filled the air as Smith, the man himself, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/willsmith/3288260623468450265/?utm_source=ig_story_item_share&amp;igsh=dnA2YzlwNXdzaWNp" target="_blank" rel="noopener">hit up Instagram</a> to let slip about <em>Bel-Air</em> snagging a <strong>sweet 5 nominations at the NAACP Image Awards for its second season.</strong></p>
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<p>The man was beaming with pride, <strong>giving props to the crew, cast, and the whole squad.</strong> Moreover, he also<b> gave shout-outs to West Brook and Peacock</b> for their part in the success story. Now, cue the nominations roll call &#8211; Outstanding Drama Series, Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series, a hat tip to Adrian Holmes as Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series, Carla Banks-Waddles nailing it for Outstanding Writing in a Drama Series, and Cole Patterson and Fabiola Mercado for Outstanding Make-up (Television or Film).</p>
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<p>Smith wears his unity badge, loud and proud. This was especially evident when he and <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/tag/jada-pinkett-smith/">Jada Pinkett Smith</a> united to navigate the tough terrain of mourning a family loss.</p>
<h2><strong> Uniting strong in grief</strong></h2>
<p>At the outset of the year, Smith and Jada Pinkett Smith faced a somber start. They grappled with the <strong>loss of a cherished family member – their four-legged companion, Fang.</strong> The celebrity ex-duo, now treading separate paths, shared a moment mourning the canine&#8217;s departure on Tuesday, January 23. Pinkett Smith poured her heart out on Instagram the following morning. She shared a portrait o<strong>f Fang&#8217;s 15 years of joy in the family fold. </strong>More so, capturing the essence of their furry friend&#8217;s legacy.</p>
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<p>As the echoes of personal revelations lingered, the couple&#8217;s narrative unfolded against the backdrop of their shared history. The <a href="https://www.netflixjunkie.com/hollywood-news-after-shocking-the-world-with-separation-rumors-jada-pinkett-smith-reveals-new-forever-plans-with-will-smith/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><em>Red Table Talk</em> host&#8217;s bombshell from last year about living apart</a> took a back seat to the raw emotion of losing Fang. Amidst the twists and turns of their romantic past, the Smiths demonstrated that, like a well-worn page in a novel, the threads of care and camaraderie endure. With this, they weave a tale of love, loss, and the resilient ties that bind.</p>
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<p>Are you excited about the nominations? Let us know in the comments below.</p>


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Join Will Smith in an expression of gratitude as he celebrates the recognition of Bel-Air, which has earned five NAACP nominations.

Riva Khan is a Hollywood News writer at Netflix Junkie with 500+ articles under her belt. She is an in-house Sydney Sweeney expert, with her coverage largely consisting of the actress’s Madame Web and Anyone But You updates or her private life. Having written numerous articles for premier news publications, her expertise is in reporting news with objectivity and a bit of fun. In her spare time, you will find her with a few paintbrushes and a canvas, attempting to pour her emotions and thoughts into the strokes of paint.

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