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Jaleel White Says 'Family Matters' Is Overlooked Because It's Not 'Hood'

Family Matters star Jaleel White is under fire for his thoughts on why he believes his hit show isn't as popular among Black people.

Yahoo · 1d

"Did I Do That?": Jaleel White Is Facing A Ton Of Backlash For His Comments About Black People And Their Opinions On "Family Matters"

Jaleel White on feeling left out in the legacy of Black entertainment, saying, “If it’s not a hood story, it’s not a Black story,” and speaks on Family Matters always ranking last on polls for favorite Black shows, underneath Martin and Living Single. (🎥Wilmington… pic.twitter.com/Bz72OtmjRw

Global Grind · 1d

Jaleel White Joins Debate About ‘Family Matters’ Ranking In Best Black Shows

White famously portrayed Steven Quincy Urkel on Family Matters, which first aired back in 1989 and ended its run after an impressive 215 episodes, in which he became the poster child for Black nerds. However, that archetype also didn’t sit right with him.

Rolling Out · 11d

Jaleel White’s controversial rep: A deep dive into ‘Family Matters’ drama

Fans of the iconic sitcom "Family Matters" are abuzz over recent comments made by Jaleel White, the actor best known for his role as Steve Urkel.

Yahoo · 2d

Black Twitter Goes Off on 'Family Matters' Jaleel White For Shading TV Favorites Like 'Living Single'

During the promotional tour for his new memoir, “Growing Up Urkel,” Jaleel White has discussed the legacy of “Family Matters” and his character, Steve Urkel. He doesn’t think the ‘90s ABC comedy gets the respect it deserves,

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Jaleel White Believes ‘Family Matters’ Doesn’t Get The Same Recognition As Other Black Sitcoms: “If It’s Not A Hood Story, It’s Not A Black Story” [Video]

During a sit-down at the Wilmington Library as part of promotional efforts for his memoir, Growing Up Urkel, actor Jaleel White got candid about the legacy he’s created with Family Matters and how […] The post Jaleel White Believes ‘Family Matters’ Doesn’t Get The Same Recognition As Other Black Sitcoms: “If It’s Not A Hood Story,

The Grio · 2d

I kind of wonder if Jaleel White ever watched any Black shows on television

Recent comments by the “Family Matters” star kind of make you wonder how he defines “Black show” and/or “hood show.”

Yahoo · 3d

Jaleel White on Why He Thinks ‘Family Matters’ Not Considered Among Best Black Shows

In an interview at the Wilmington Library for the launch of his new book Growing Up Urkel, actor Jaleel White suggested Family Matters gets left out of the discussion on the best Black TV shows of all time.

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Jaleel White Believes ‘Family Matters' Is Overlooked In Black Community Because It Didn't Tell "Hood Stories"

Jaleel White recently shared his thoughts on his star-making sitcom, Family Matters, during a fireside chat at the Wilmington Library, coinciding with the release of his memoir, Growing Up Urkel. During the discussion,

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Beloved ‘Family Matters’ star ignites hope for series comeback

The conversation around bringing back one of television's most cherished family sitcoms has gained fresh momentum.

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Jaleel White reacts to ‘Family Matters’ co-stars saying he’s ‘difficult’ to work with: ‘Told not to argue with my elders’

Jaleel White is hitting back at his “Family Matters” co-stars’ comments about his alleged “difficult” behavior on the beloved ’90s sitcom set. White, 47, stopped by SiriusXM’s ...

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‘Family Matters’ Revelations From Jaleel White’s Memoir — Including Where He Stands With the Cast

Jaleel White didn’t shy away from mentioning his Family Matters costars in his memoir. Family Matters, which aired from 1989 to 1998, was a spinoff of the Perfect Strangers that followed a ...

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‘Family Matters’ star Jaleel White says he was told to wear looser jeans to hide Steve Urkel’s ‘bulge’ in later seasons of the show

“Family Matters” star Jaleel White is shedding light on his time filming the beloved ’90s sitcom. The actor, who played the role of Steve Urkel from 1989 to 1998, revealed in his forthcoming ...

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Family Matters' Jaleel White Just Admitted He Was Asked To Hide His 'Bulge' To Make Sure Things Were TGIF Appropriate

Jaleel White is best known for playing the role of Steve Urkel as part of the Family Matters cast. His lovable and nerdy character was a true standout due to his squeaky voice, unique walk and ...