Actor
Reginald VelJohnson
- Born: 16 August 1956, New York City, New York, USA
- Estimated net worth: $5 million
Reginald VelJohnson is an American actor and television personality best known for his role as Carl Winslow on the iconic sitcom 'Family Matters'. With a career spanning several decades, he has appeared in various films and television series, establishing a…
Reginald VelJohnson: best films and shows
About Reginald VelJohnson
Reginald VelJohnson is an American actor and television personality best known for his role as Carl Winslow on the iconic sitcom 'Family Matters'. With a career spanning several decades, he has appeared in various films and television series, establishing a reputation for his warm presence and comedic timing. His distinctive voice and ability to blend humor with heartfelt moments have made him a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.
- Born
- 16 August 1956, New York City, New York, USA
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m)
- Children
- 1 child, name not publicly known
- Parents
- Reginald VelJohnson Sr., Eve VelJohnson
- Estimated net worth
- $5 million
Fun facts about Reginald VelJohnson
- Reginald VelJohnson voiced the character of the police officer in the popular video game series 'Grand Theft Auto'.
- He has appeared in several holiday-themed projects, including 'Urkel Saves Santa: The Movie!' in 2023.
Famous Reginald VelJohnson quotes
“Did I do that?”
“You know, sometimes I just feel like I’m not making a difference.”
“I’m not just a dad; I’m a cool dad.”
Reginald VelJohnson filmography
Cast (106)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Onslaught Movie | Josiah | 5.8 |
| 2025 | Celebrity Weakest Link TV | Self - Contestant | 6.0 |
| 2025 | Roswell Delirium Movie | Mr. Brown | 7.7 |
| 2023 | Glisten and the Merry Mission Movie | Snow Owl (voice) | 6.8 |
| 2022 | Ghosts of Christmas Always Movie | Roy | 6.8 |
| 2021 | Turner & Hooch TV | David Sutton | 7.3 |
| 2021 | INVINCIBLE TV | Principal Winslow / Tether Tyrant / GDA Scientist (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2021 | INVINCIBLE TV | Principal Winslow (voice) | 8.6 |
| 2020 | The Christmas Lottery Movie | Gerald Davenport | 5.4 |
| 2020 | The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee Movie | Reggie | 4.7 |
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| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Pride & Prejudice: Atlanta Movie | Reverend Bennet | 6.1 |
| 2019 | Lazor Wulf TV | God | 6.0 |
| 2019 | Sydney to the Max TV | Principal Linkenberry | 7.7 |
| 2018 | Easter Movie | Alven | |
| 2018 | The Prayer Box Movie | Billy | 6.9 |
| 2018 | Station 19 TV | Charlie Irwin | 8.2 |
| 2018 | American Idol TV | Self - Guest | 6.7 |
| 2018 | Funny Story Movie | Hank | 5.8 |
| 2015 | The Flight Before Christmas Movie | Joe | 5.4 |
| 2014 | Penn Zero: Part-Time Hero TV | Flannigan (voice) | 7.2 |
| 2014 | 12 Dog Days Till Christmas Movie | Art Stephenson | 5.1 |
| 2014 | Strike One Movie | Judge Morris | 5.1 |
| 2014 | On Angel's Wings Movie | Coach Carter | |
| 2014 | Girl Meets World TV | Officer James | 8.3 |
| 2014 | The Formula Movie | Professor Millan | 2.9 |
| 2014 | Clarence TV | Willy (voice) | 8.0 |
| 2014 | I Didn't Do It TV | Angel Santos | 7.6 |
| 2013 | Mom TV | Jim | 7.3 |
| 2013 | Brooklyn Nine-Nine TV | Reginald VelJohnson | 8.2 |
| 2012 | The Mistle-Tones Movie | Holly's Dad | 6.1 |
| 2012 | TRON: Uprising TV | Able | 7.6 |
| 2012 | Brother White Movie | Hill | 5.7 |
| 2012 | Air Collision Movie | Bob Abbot | 4.4 |
| 2011 | Hart of Dixie TV | Dash DeWitt | 7.3 |
| 2011 | Marriage Retreat Movie | Pastor Wexley | 5.8 |
| 2010 | Glory Daze TV | Stan Turley | 5.7 |
| 2010 | Sex Tax: Based on a True Story Movie | Merle | 1.0 |
| 2010 | You Again Movie | Mason Dunlevy | 6.3 |
| 2010 | Mike & Molly TV | Brother Heywood | 6.7 |
| 2010 | Just 3 Boyz Movie | Christopher | |
| 2010 | Jelly Movie | Joe Woods | 7.0 |
| 2010 | Penny Movie | Sergio | |
| 2009 | The Three Gifts Movie | Rodney | 5.2 |
| 2009 | Celebrity Ghost Stories TV | Self | 7.3 |
| 2009 | Steppin: The Movie Movie | Mr. Shavers | 4.3 |
| 2008 | Childrens Hospital TV | Judge Lester Harrison | 7.0 |
| 2007 | Out at the Wedding Movie | Dexter | 4.9 |
| 2006 | Hidden Secrets Movie | Norman Wexler | 4.0 |
| 2006 | Waitin' to Live Movie | Willard Loggins | 10.0 |
| 2005 | Death to the Supermodels Movie | Tom | 4.3 |
| 2005 | Suits on the Loose Movie | Brother Steedman | 5.2 |
| 2005 | Ghost Whisperer TV | Danny Small | 8.1 |
| 2005 | Bones TV | Dale Owens | 8.2 |
| 2005 | It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia TV | Judge Melvoy | 8.3 |
| 2005 | Dancing with the Stars TV | Self - Contestant | 6.2 |
| 2005 | Dancing with the Stars TV | Self | 6.2 |
| 2004 | The Big House TV | Unknown character | 7.0 |
| 2003 | Eve TV | Rev. Everett | 8.5 |
| 2003 | ABC's 50th Anniversary Celebration Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 2003 | That's So Raven TV | Ambassador | 7.2 |
| 2002 | In-Laws TV | Unknown character | 7.3 |
| 2002 | Monk TV | Todd | 7.9 |
| 2002 | Like Mike Movie | Mr. Boyd | 6.1 |
| 2001 | Crossing Jordan TV | Kirk Holden | 7.2 |
| 2000 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation TV | Philip Kane | 7.6 |
| 2000 | Ground Zero Movie | Burt Klavan | 4.1 |
| 1999 | The Parkers TV | Unknown character | 8.0 |
| 1999 | Twice in a Lifetime TV | Dr. David Bryant / Gene Fitzsimmons | 6.2 |
| 1998 | The Hughleys TV | Rev. Bennett | 6.8 |
| 1998 | Will & Grace TV | Dr. Kaplan | 6.9 |
| 1996 | Limp Fangs: The Adventures of Count Malt Liquela Movie | Reverend Shields | 7.0 |
| 1996 | Deadly Pursuits Movie | Ed Conroy | 5.0 |
| 1995 | A Night to Die For Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 1994 | On Our Own TV | Nick | 7.0 |
| 1994 | One of Her Own Movie | Detective Bob Hymes | 7.0 |
| 1993 | A Cool Like That Christmas Movie | Dad (voice) | 8.0 |
| 1993 | Diagnosis: Murder TV | Dr. Sinclair | 7.1 |
| 1993 | Diagnosis: Murder TV | Reginald VelJohnson | 7.1 |
| 1993 | Posse Movie | Preston | 5.5 |
| 1992 | HBO First Look TV | Unknown character | 5.5 |
| 1992 | Grass Roots Movie | Det. Mickey Henderson | 8.0 |
| 1991 | The ABC Saturday Morning Preview Movie | Carl | |
| 1990 | The Bride in Black Movie | Barry Gates | 8.0 |
| 1990 | ABC Saturday Morning Preview Movie | Carl | |
| 1990 | Dream On TV | Santa | 6.9 |
| 1990 | Die Hard 2 Movie | Sgt. Al Powell | 7.0 |
| 1990 | Jury Duty: The Comedy Movie | Judge | 2.5 |
| 1989 | Family Matters TV | Carl Winslow | 6.8 |
| 1989 | Turner & Hooch Movie | Det. David Sutton | 6.3 |
| 1989 | Tales from the Crypt TV | Mercedes’ Husband | 8.0 |
| 1988 | Quiet Victory: The Charlie Wedemeyer Story Movie | Assistant Coach | 8.3 |
| 1988 | Die Hard Movie | Al Powell | 7.8 |
| 1988 | A Father's Homecoming Movie | TV Reporter | 6.5 |
| 1988 | Plain Clothes Movie | Captain Graff | 6.1 |
| 1987 | Magic Sticks Movie | Licorice | 6.0 |
| 1986 | Crocodile Dundee Movie | Gus | 6.5 |
| 1986 | Perfect Strangers TV | Carl Winslow | 6.7 |
| 1986 | Doing Life Movie | Taylor | 6.0 |
| 1985 | Remo Williams: The Adventure Begins Movie | Ambulance Driver | 6.3 |
| 1985 | The Equalizer TV | Arthur Williams | 7.2 |
| 1985 | The Equalizer TV | Harmon Hunter | 7.2 |
| 1985 | Kojak: The Belarus File Movie | Unknown character | 6.8 |
| 1984 | Ghostbusters Movie | Jail Guard | 7.5 |
| 1981 | Wolfen Movie | Morgue Attendant | 5.9 |
| 1979 | When Hell Freezes Over, I'll Skate Movie | Featured Performer | 7.0 |
| 1975 | Saturday Night Live TV | BBQ Attendee (uncredited) | 6.9 |
Crew (1)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1989 | Family Matters TV | Writer · Writing | 6.8 |
Latest releases
- Onslaught2026 / TMDB 5.7
- Roswell Delirium2025 / TMDB 7.7
- Glisten and the Merry Mission2023 / TMDB 6.8
- Ghosts of Christmas Always2022 / TMDB 6.8
- The Christmas Lottery2020 / TMDB 5.4
- The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee2020 / TMDB 4.7
Questions about Reginald VelJohnson
What are some of Reginald VelJohnson's most famous roles?
Reginald VelJohnson is best known for his role as Carl Winslow on 'Family Matters' and as the police officer in 'Die Hard'.
Has Reginald VelJohnson won any awards?
While he has not won major awards, he has received nominations for his performances, particularly for his work on television.
What was Reginald VelJohnson's first film?
His first film role was in 'Ghostbusters' (1984) where he played a minor character, which helped launch his career.
What are some of Reginald VelJohnson's successful films?
In addition to 'Die Hard', he appeared in 'Die Hard 2' and 'Ghostbusters', showcasing his skills in both comedy and action genres.
Is Reginald VelJohnson married?
Reginald VelJohnson is not currently married and has not publicly disclosed any recent relationships.
What is Reginald VelJohnson's estimated net worth?
Reginald VelJohnson's estimated net worth is approximately $5 million, reflecting his successful career in television and film.
What are some milestones in Reginald VelJohnson's filmography?
Key milestones include his iconic role in 'Family Matters', and appearances in 'Die Hard' and 'Ghostbusters', which solidified his status.
How many children does Reginald VelJohnson have?
Reginald VelJohnson has one child, although the name has not been publicly disclosed.