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Ep 2 - The Fresh Prince Pilot

Did you know Will Smith used to lip-sync his co-stars' lines? Or that the "Earth, Wind, and Fire" joke was a nod to Quincy Jones? This week, we’re dissecting the Fresh Prince pilot. We cover everything from the legendary "Carlton Dance" origins to the heartbreaking story of the actress in the shower cap. It’s a breakdown of 1990 fashion, IRS debts, and the debut of one of TV’s greatest Dads.

Episode Stats & Trivia:

Air Date: September 10, 1990

Box Office Champ: Ghost

#1 Single: "Release Me" by Wilson Phillips

The "Benson" Connection: Why Will called Geoffrey "Benson" and the Robert Guillaume…

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