Bel-Air’s Jimmy Akingbola signs with Paradigm
The actor is best known as Geoffrey Thompson, the Banks family house manager on Bel-Air
British-Nigerian actor Jimmy Akingbola has signed with talent agency Paradigm for representation.
As reported by Deadline, the actor is best known as Geoffrey Thompson, the Banks family house manager on Bel-Air, the dramatic reimagining of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air. He played the role across 38 episodes and became a fan favorite along the way.
Paradigm is one of Hollywood’s major talent agencies, and the move gives Akingbola new representation as he looks beyond the series.
Born in London to Nigerian parents, Akingbola built his career on stage and in British television before landing the Bel-Air role.
What it means for Akingbola
Deadline’s report covers the signing and his Bel-Air credit. It did not name any upcoming projects, so there is no confirmed next role yet.
For an actor with a loyal following from a major streaming drama, a Paradigm deal usually puts him in front of more casting rooms. That is a reasonable expectation, not a confirmed outcome.
The Naija Nerds will follow Akingbola’s next moves as they are announced.
