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Jaleel White

Biography

Jaleel White

Jaleel White is an actor, producer and screenwriter most known for his iconic role as Steve Urkel on the sitcom "Family Matters". White has also starred in Big Fat Liar, Sonic the Hedgehog, Grown Ups, and "Scooby Doo". White’s top guest appearances include "Boston Legal", "Dreamgirls", "House", and most recently starred in the Netflix’s Hustle, alongside Adam Sandler. In April of 2021, he launched a successful cannabis line called itsPurpl.

Jaleel White

Books by Jaleel White

Growing Up Urkel
by Jaleel White - African American Interest, Autobiography, Memoir, Nonfiction, Television

At the tender age of 12, Jaleel White auditioned for the role of Steve Urkel, the socially inept genius, who was in love with his next-door neighbor, Laura. Though Steven Urkel was intended to be in only one episode, Jaleel’s indelible performance as a child actor catapulted Urkel into the pantheon of American pop culture. After nine years on the popular sitcom "Family Matters", Jaleel is 21, a UCLA undergrad, and adjusting to a world and industry that sees him as the nasally nerd in high water pants, suspenders and coke bottle glasses. Join Jaleel as he invites you to relive the unforgettable ride of 90s nostalgia, while uncovering the personal growth behind the iconic suspenders and the lasting impact of his journey as one of America’s favorite sitcom stars.