James Avery Career Retrospective | Legacy Collection | SAG-AFTRA Foundation Conversations

James Avery shares stories from his performances in ‘The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air’, ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles’ and ‘Raise Your Voice’ in this career spanning discussion moderated by Anthony DeSantis. The following interview was recorded on April 28, 2008. This career retrospective is part of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation's Legacy Collection, a series of unique Conversations, recorded between 1979 and 2012, with influential actors and pioneering performers who explore the process and profession of acting. These interviews were captured on a variety of physical media formats and recently digitized in order to share with actors and the public at large. Some of the language used may be considered dated, offensive and may be considered to perpetuate negative stereotypes. They do not represent the views of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. Viewer discretion is advised. Watch all of the episodes of the Legacy Collection:    • Legacy Collection   The views expressed in the presentation materials and films, and by the guests and moderators are solely those of the organization and/or individual providing them and do not reflect the opinions of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, its staff or Board of Directors. Watch Past Q&A's:    / sagaftrafoundation   Follow the SAG-AFTRA Foundation on social media: Instagram:   / sagaftrafound   Facebook:   / sagaftrafoundation   Twitter:   / sagaftrafound  ` The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing the most comprehensive, educational and state-of-the-art resources to SAG-AFTRA members. The Foundation believes that the contributions made to our culture by performing artists are not only valuable, but essential. The SAG-AFTRA Foundation relies entirely on donations to provide emergency assistance and free educational programs to SAG-AFTRA artists. This conversation is made possible thanks to the generosity of our supporters. During the pandemic, the Foundation has given over $7 million in disaster relief to more than 7,500 performers. If you are a SAG-AFTRA artist and need help, please ask. And, if you can help, please give at: https://sagaftra.foundation/donate. All donations are tax-deductible.