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Jaleel White

Actor

Jaleel White

  • Born: 27 November 1976, Pasadena, California, USA
  • Estimated net worth: $8 million

Jaleel White is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Steve Urkel on the sitcom 'Family Matters.' His career spans television and film, showcasing his talent in comedy. White's distinctive voice and comedic timing have made him a memorable…

About Jaleel White

Jaleel White is an American actor and comedian best known for his role as Steve Urkel on the sitcom 'Family Matters.' His career spans television and film, showcasing his talent in comedy. White's distinctive voice and comedic timing have made him a memorable figure in the entertainment industry, with a reputation for bringing humor to his roles.

Born
27 November 1976, Pasadena, California, USA
Known for
Acting
Height
5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
Children
1 daughter named Samaya White
Parents
Michael White, Carol White
Estimated net worth
$8 million

Fun facts about Jaleel White

  • Jaleel White voiced the character Sonic the Hedgehog in the animated series during the 1990s.
  • He has a degree in film and television from UCLA.

Famous Jaleel White quotes

“Did I do that?”
Family Matters, 1989
“I’m not just a nerd, I’m a super nerd!”
Family Matters, 1989
“Urkel's my name, and science is my game!”
Family Matters, 1989

Jaleel White filmography

Cast (114)

YearTitleCharacterRating
2026Totally '90s House TVSelf - Host
2024Star Wars: Skeleton Crew TVGunter6.8
2023Urkel Saves Santa: The Movie! MovieSteve Urkel / Urkelbot / Stefan Urquelle (voice)5.7
2023Make Me Scream MovieSelf5.0
2022Sherri TVSelf - Guest2.6
2022Pictionary TVSelf6.3
2022Hustle MovieBlake - VP of Player Personnel7.7
2022Lightning Wolves TVUnknown character2.3
2022The Greatest Inheritance MovieMr. Shepard5.5
2022North of the 10 MovieLyle Silvers5.3
Show 104 more credits
YearTitleCharacterRating
2022The Afterparty TV'Aniq'7.1
2021Overserved with Lisa Vanderpump TVSelf6.0
2020The Big Show Show TVTerry7.4
2019Staging Christmas MovieMr. Lexington5.5
2019The Tamron Hall Show TVSelf - Guest4.7
2019Family Reunion TVEric8.0
2019Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? TVSteve Urkel / Urkel-Bot (voice)8.0
2019The Very Very Best of the 70s TVSelf - Commentator
20195th of July MovieOrlando4.4
2019When Vows Break MovieDwayne4.7
201825 Words or Less TVSelf5.2
201825 Words or Less TVUnknown character5.2
2018Uncensored TVUnknown character7.3
2018The 15:17 to Paris MovieGarrett Walden5.4
2017Me, Myself & I TVDarryl6.3
2017DuckTales TVGene the Genie (voice)7.9
2017Raven's Home TVChris Spring-Lake7.7
2017Trial & Error TVAtticus Ditto Jr.7.0
2017The Preacher's Son MovieJames Black7.0
2017Mommy I Didn't Do It MovieDetective Hamer5.9
2016The $100,000 Pyramid TVSelf7.0
2016To Tell the Truth TVSelf - Actor / Disguised Contestant5.8
2016To Tell the Truth TVSelf - Panelist5.8
2015Celebrity Family Feud TVSelf7.7
2015The Stanley Dynamic TVUnknown character7.2
2015Fresh Off the Boat TVCalvin7.2
2014The Santa Con MoviePaul Greenberg5.8
2014Celebrities Undercover TVSelf
20144Play MovieJamal3.7
2014Dumbbells MovieThe Leader4.2
2013The Wrong Woman MovieDetective Hamer5.5
2013Drunk History TVBass Reeves6.9
2013Drunk History TVGrandmaster Caz6.9
2013Teen Titans Go! TVSelf (voice)6.4
2013Teen Titans Go! TVMiner (voice)6.4
2013Sonic MovieSonic the Hedgehog8.0
2012Super F*ckers TVPercy (voice)4.0
2012Rhymes with Banana MovieJ6.0
2012The Soul Man TVRodney Wayne6.0
2012The Eric Andre Show TVSelf7.9
2012Total Blackout TVUnknown character5.5
2011Judy Moody and the Not Bummer Summer MovieMr. Todd6.0
2011The Problem Solverz TVK-999 (voice)4.3
2010Mega Shark vs. Crocosaurus MovieDr. Terry McCormick3.9
2010Hawaii Five-0 TVNolan Fremont7.7
2010Regular Show TVDaryl / Cool Shadé (voice)8.6
2010Teenage Paparazzo MovieSelf7.0
2010Are We There Yet? TVUnknown character6.5
2010Worst Cooks in America TVSelf - Contestant6.6
2009Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen TVSelf - Guest4.9
2009Call of the Wild MovieDr. Spencer5.9
2009Castle TVMickey Franks8.0
2008Childrens Hospital TVChuck Engall7.0
2008Sonic Underground: Secrets of the Chaos Emerald MovieSonic / Manic / Sonia (voice)9.0
2008Green Flash MovieJason Bootie3.8
2007Sonic Underground: The Queen Aleena Chronicles MovieSonic / Manic / Sonia (voice)9.5
2006Dreamgirls MovieTalent Booker6.7
2006Who Made the Potatoe Salad? MovieMichael5.3
2006Psych TVTony7.9
2006Puff, Puff, Pass MovieTenant #25.6
2006Child Star Confidential TVSelf
2006Miracle Dogs Too MovieLeo5.5
2005Bones TVOfficer Adams8.2
2005Dancing with the Stars TVSelf - Contestant6.2
2005Hell's Kitchen TVSelf - Restaurant Patron6.9
2005American Dad! TVEdgar (voice)7.0
2004House TVPorter8.6
2004Boston Legal TVKevin Givens7.9
2003NCIS TVMartin Thomas7.6
2003ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration MovieSelf8.0
2003111 Gramercy Park MovieBJ Brown6.3
2002Half & Half TVHershel8.3
2002Big Fat Liar MovieJaleel White (uncredited)5.9
2000CSI: Crime Scene Investigation TVKenny Greene7.6
1999Sonic Underground TVSonic / Manic / Sonia (voice)6.9
1999Grown Ups TVCalvin Frazier6.2
1999Our Friend, Martin MovieMartin at Age 15 (voice)7.1
1998Quest for Camelot MovieBladebeak (voice)6.8
1997Meego TVSteve Urkel (uncredited)3.4
1996Sonic Christmas Blast MovieSonic (voice)5.2
1995Happily Ever After: Fairy Tales for Every Child TVThe Boy Who Cried Wolf (voice)6.3
1993Diagnosis: Murder TVJaleel White7.1
1993Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog: Quest for the Chaos Emeralds MovieSonic
1993Sonic the Hedgehog TVSonic (voice)7.2
1993Late Night with Conan O'Brien TVSelf - Guest7.3
1993Adventures of Sonic the Hedgehog TVSonic (voice)6.6
1992Time Out: The Truth About HIV, AIDS and You MovieSelf4.9
1992The Jaleel White Special MovieJaleel White
1991The ABC Saturday Morning Preview MovieUrkel
1991Step by Step TVSteve Urkel7.8
1991Step by Step TVSteve Urkel (uncredited)7.8
1990Walt Disney World Very Merry Christmas Parade MovieSelf
1990Camp Cucamonga MovieDennis Brooks4.8
1990The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air TVDerek7.9
1990ABC Saturday Morning Preview MovieUrkel
1989Family Matters TVSteve Urkel6.8
1987Jay Leno's Family Comedy Hour MovieSelf7.0
1987Full House TVSteve Urkel7.5
1986The Leftovers MovieJake7.4
1985Charlie & Co. TVUnknown character8.0
1985Mr. Belvedere TVUnknown character6.8
1985Kids Don't Tell MovieChristofer10.0
1984Silence of the Heart MovieHanry (uncredited)6.8
1975The Jeffersons TVUnknown character7.3

Crew (2)

YearTitleRoleRating
2023Urkel Saves Santa: The Movie! MovieProducer · Production5.7
1999Grown Ups TVProducer · Production6.2

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Questions about Jaleel White

What is Jaleel White best known for?

Jaleel White is best known for his iconic role as Steve Urkel on the television series 'Family Matters,' which became a cultural phenomenon in the 1990s.

Has Jaleel White won any awards?

Jaleel White has received several award nominations throughout his career, including Young Artist Awards, but he has not won any major awards like an Emmy.

What was Jaleel White's first role?

Jaleel White's first significant role was in the television series 'The Jeffersons' in 1984, where he played a young version of the character 'Young George.'

What are some of Jaleel White's successful films?

Some successful films featuring Jaleel White include 'How to Be a Player' (1997) and 'The Christmas Chronicles' (2018), showcasing his versatility beyond television.

Is Jaleel White involved in any other projects?

Yes, Jaleel White has been involved in various projects including voice acting, producing, and even appearing on reality television, such as 'Dancing with the Stars.'

What is Jaleel White's estimated net worth?

Jaleel White's estimated net worth is approximately $8 million, reflecting his successful career in acting and entertainment.

Has Jaleel White worked on any animated shows?

Yes, Jaleel White voiced Sonic the Hedgehog in the animated series during the 1990s, which contributed to his popularity among younger audiences.

What is Jaleel White's educational background?

Jaleel White graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) with a degree in film and television, which helped him develop his career in the entertainment industry.