After explaining himself as a Philadelphia native, the acclaimed actor remembered a loud Jones who “had clearly been tastin’ a little bit,” call over Brandon Tartikoff, then head of NBC, to “come [and] meet the Fresh Prince,” and announcing “We gon’ have a audition. Clear the furniture out the living room!”

He was 91 Will Smith is paying tribute to the great Quincy Jones in the wake of his death.Following the news of Jones' death at his home in Los Angeles on Sunday, Nov. 3, Smith — who landed his role on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air in the '90s with Jones' help — reflected on the lasting impact the legendary composer had on his life in a sweet Instagram post.

"Quincy Jones is the true definition of a Mentor, a Father and a Friend," Smith wrote Monday. "He pointed me toward the greatest parts of myself. He defended me. He nurtured me. He encouraged me. He inspired me. He checked me when he needed to. He let me use his wings until mine were strong enough to fly."

Prolific musicial composer and television producer Quincy Jones has passed away. He was 91. Jones’ publicist confirmed he died Sunday (Nov. 3) night in his Bel Air home, surrounded by family, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

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Quincy Jones, a giant in the world of music and entertainment, achieved a remarkable net worth thanks to his long and multifaceted career. Jones has passed away at 91. His publicis

Jones’ legacy ranged from producing Michael Jackson albums and collaborating with hundreds of other recording artists to writing prize-winning film and television scores.

The genre-hopping mastermind, who died this weekend at age 91, brought a singular style to his lengthy, hit-filled career that involved artists ranging from Sarah Vaughan to Michael Jackson and earned him dozens of Grammys.