Jaleel White, famously known for his role in the sitcom “Family Matters,” is an actor, writer, and producer.
White grew up in Pasadena, California, and was cast for his iconic role as Steve Urkel in “Family Matters” in 1989. Whitestarred in “Family Matters” for nine seasons, and more recently has appeared in Netflix’s “Hustle” and “The Big Show Show”; CBS’ “Me, Myself and I”; and Apple TV+’s “The Afterparty,”
He’s also starred in “Big Fat Liar,” as the voice of Sonic in two “Sonic the Hedgehog” TV series, and “Grown Ups.” Top guest appearances include “Boston Legal,” “Dream Girls,” “House,” “Castle,” and “Psych.”
With much game show experience, White hosted 2 seasons of “Total Blackout,” has been a recurring celebrity guest on “25 Words or Less” and “Pictionary,” and set a record for most points scored in the bonus round on “Celebrity Family Feud.”
He resides in Los Angeles with his wife and daughter.