When laughter, loyalty, and love create a rhythm all their own
In a world where fame often dims the light of real love, Alfonso Ribeiro and Angela Unkrich stand as proof that true connection can thrive even under the brightest spotlight. Known to millions as the charismatic host of Dancing with the Stars and beloved for his unforgettable role as Carlton Banks in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Alfonso has spent much of his life in front of cameras. But behind the scenes, his greatest role has been that of a devoted husband and loving father โ a man whose heart beats in perfect sync with the woman who changed his life forever.

Their story is one of serendipity, sincerity, and strength โ the kind of modern-day romance that feels both cinematic and deeply human.
๐ซ Love at First Laugh
The story began in 2011 in Los Angeles, where Alfonso and Angelaโs paths first crossed. Angela, a former collegiate diver and writer from Iowa, wasnโt part of the Hollywood crowd. She was grounded, kind, and refreshingly real โ qualities that immediately drew Alfonso to her.
At first, Angela wasnโt sure what to make of the famous actor who approached her with his trademark humor and confidence. But Alfonsoโs warmth was impossible to resist. As she later recalled in interviews, โHe made me laugh right away โ the kind of laugh that tells you someoneโs spirit is good.โ
That laughter became the rhythm of their love story. Their connection deepened quickly, built not on glamour or fame, but on shared values, mutual respect, and genuine joy. Alfonso often says he knew from the very beginning that Angela wasnโt just someone he wanted to date โ she was someone he wanted to build a life with.
๐ A Wedding Filled with Joy
On October 13, 2012, the two tied the knot in a heartfelt ceremony in Los Angeles. Surrounded by family, close friends, and a few familiar faces from the entertainment world, Alfonso and Angela exchanged vows that reflected not only their love, but their gratitude for having found each other.
It wasnโt a grand Hollywood spectacle โ it was intimate, joyful, and authentic, just like them. Angela walked down the aisle glowing with happiness, while Alfonsoโs eyes glistened with emotion as he saw the woman he called โhis forever.โ
After the ceremony, the newlyweds shared their first dance โ fittingly, a moment full of rhythm, laughter, and love. Alfonso, ever the entertainer, couldnโt help but sprinkle in a little of his famous Carlton charm, while Angela beamed, perfectly in sync with him.
It wasnโt just a dance โ it was a promise.

๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆโ๐ฆ A Family Built on Love
Since that beautiful day, Alfonso and Angela have built a life full of warmth, adventure, and family. Together, they share three children โ sons Alfonso โAJโ Lincoln Ribeiro Jr., Anders Reyn, and daughter Ava Sue โ along with Alfonsoโs daughter Sienna from a previous marriage.
Family is the heartbeat of their lives. Whether itโs traveling the world, cheering at soccer games, or spending quiet nights at home, the Ribeirosโ world revolves around love and laughter. Angela often shares glimpses of their family life on social media โ moments that radiate authenticity, not perfection.
From dance rehearsals to school drop-offs, from movie nights to beach days, every snapshot reflects a bond grounded in joy and mutual respect.
As Alfonso once said,
โMy family is my peace. The world may see me on TV, but home is where my soul lives.โ
๐ A Partnership That Uplifts
Angela has become much more than Alfonsoโs partner โ sheโs his anchor, advisor, and biggest cheerleader. She brings balance to his busy entertainment career, grounding him with her calm spirit and genuine wisdom.
Alfonso often credits her for helping him stay humble and focused on what truly matters. โAngela has this quiet strength,โ he shared in an interview. โShe doesnโt need to be in the spotlight โ she is the light.โ
Angela, in turn, describes Alfonso as โthe most loving and funny man Iโve ever known.โ Their marriage thrives not because itโs perfect, but because itโs real. They face challenges with humor, talk through disagreements with grace, and always come back to what unites them โ love, laughter, and faith.
โจ Dancing Through Life
Today, as Alfonso lights up Dancing with the Stars with his charisma and charm, Angela remains his biggest fan โ often joining him on set or supporting him from home. Their chemistry is undeniable, both on and off the dance floor.
What makes their story so inspiring isnโt the glamour, but the grounding. Theyโve managed to balance celebrity life with genuine intimacy, proving that love doesnโt have to compete with fame โ it can thrive alongside it.
They dance through life together โ sometimes literally โ finding joy in each shared moment, big or small.
โค๏ธ A Love That Inspires

More than a decade into their marriage, Alfonso and Angela Ribeiroโs story continues to inspire those who believe in lasting love. In an era where relationships are often fleeting, theirs stands as a reminder that true connection isnโt about perfection โ itโs about presence.
Theyโve built something beautiful, not just for themselves, but for their children โ a home where love is loud, laughter is daily, and gratitude is constant.
โMarriage isnโt about avoiding storms,โ Alfonso once said, โitโs about learning to dance in the rain โ together.โ
That single quote captures the essence of their journey.
Through every triumph, challenge, and change, theyโve chosen to keep dancing โ to keep loving โ and to keep believing in the power of partnership.
โจ Alfonso & Angela Ribeiro โ proof that the most beautiful love stories arenโt written in scripts, but in the quiet moments of real life.
Because when two hearts move in harmony, every step becomes a dance. ๐๐บโค๏ธ