Without a doubt, it was the wonderful 'Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' cast that made the show what it was, and what it still is today. Once the show came to an end, some would end up with even larger fame, including Will Smith. However, others like the ageless wonder Karyn Parsons decided to take their career in a different direction, leaving acting for a different like purpose.

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The same goes for Ross Bagley, who showed up during the later years of 'Fresh Prince', playing the role of Nicky. Once his time finished on the show, his acting credits lessened. There's a reason for that, as he left the spotlight for a more normal lifestyle.

What Happened To Ross Bagley's Acting Career?

Ross Bagley was thrust into a fame at a young age as a child star actor. Despite the pressure, he would reveal that never once did he feel nervous on-set, especially thanks to the presence of his mother, who was always a calming influence for the actor.

Ross was thrust into fame during 'Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air', though he also worked films like 'Independence Day'.

Alongside Miss Neva Inc, the actor revealed he didn't have a preference when it came to TV and film.

"To be completely honest I don’t have a preference. Each has its own perks, while television is really cool because of the steadiness of work, and gratification of a finished product every week, film also has its benefits like the possibility of being apart of something huge, that will most likely be seen in international markets."

  • Ross Bagley has several Hollywood favorites, including Kevin Hart, Zach Galifianakis and Todd Phillips.

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His career changed on 'Fresh Prince' and as it turns out, it was quite the process to get on the show in the first place.

What Did Ross Bagley Think Of His Time On 'Fresh Prince Of Bel-Air'?

What makes his story on 'Fresh Prince' that much greater is the fact that he loved the show prior to joining. Alongside the Hip Hop Uncensored Podcast, the actor revealed that he underwent as many as four auditions to play the role of Nicky, with the last one being alongside Will Smith.

The actor would further state that the chemistry between everyone on-set was unlike anything he had ever seen before.

"It was a huge blessing, Fresh Prince was, and still is one of my favorite shows as a child, even way before I was on it."

  • Ross Bagley used to watch 'Fresh Prince' with his babysitter every Monday night before getting cast on the show.

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The actor loved the show and the cast, however, it appears as though roles lessened once he finished 'Independence Day'. In the 2000s, Bagley only worked three roles according to IMDb, his latest coming in 2015, during the project 'Dead Ringer'.

There's a reason for his lack of credits, as the actor turned the page - opting for a different type of life.

What Is Ross Bagley Doing Today?

He took a lengthy hiatus from Hollywood and according to Bagley, that was due to two reasons. For one, he wanted to get an education and secondly, he wanted to take step back from the spotlight.

"I wanted to live a more normal type of life. At the height of 'Fresh Prince I would be getting chased out of malls," he stated alongside Hip Hop Uncensored.

Bagley wanted a calmer lifestyle, "I lived an under the radar life before and generally, that's kind of how I am, more laid back and reserved."

Ross would further state that his life hasn't been affected by leaving acting behind, "Luckily I don’t validate myself by the amount of attention I get so I can’t say that there’s any void or empty space in my life since I haven’t been on television."

"These days, the 'Fresh Prince' actor is spending his time out in LA, working as Realtor according to his Instagram. He also works gigs as a DJ and hasn't closed the door on acting completely just yet. "

Fans on YouTube praised the child star for his new lifestyle, and how he was able to keep his cool, unlike other child star from the past.

"It's always the brightest child stars like this dude that don't end up staying in the limelight for a good reason not to sell his soul."

"It's so refreshing to see a child actor doing well. He is so humble especially about Janet Hubert. He is so handsome. So happy for him."

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