James Avery Tribute Video: The Best of Uncle Phil

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The television world was rocked by the sad death of James Avery yesterday.

The veteran actor, best known for portraying Uncle Phil on The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, passed away from heart surgery complications and is being mourned this week by friends and former colleagues.

Tweeted Alfonso Ribeiro, who played Carlton on the beloved sitcom, confirming Avery's death: “I’m deeply saddened to say that James Avery has passed away. He was a second father to me. I will miss him greatly.”

Added Tatyana Ali: “James was my teacher my protector & the most magnificent actor. We’re feeling his loss very deeply. He’ll always be apart of me."

Below, we pay tribute to the late star via a montage of his best moments as Uncle Phil and we send our condolences to Avery's loved ones.

Matt Richenthal is the Editor in Chief of TV Fanatic. Follow him on Twitter and on Google+.

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