Mon Mar 31 02:00:00 UTC 2025: ## Urkel Actor Jaleel White Reveals He Attended Public School Throughout ‘Family Matters’ Run
**Hartford, CT** – Jaleel White, the beloved star of 90s sitcom *Family Matters*, surprised fans at 90s Con this weekend by revealing he attended public school throughout the show’s entire run. The actor, who played the iconic Steve Urkel, explained that his mother was adamant he maintain a normal education despite his burgeoning fame.
White detailed a rigorous schedule juggling filming three episodes, attending school, and repeating the cycle. The production even accommodated his high school basketball schedule, adjusting filming to allow for his participation. This, according to 90s Con moderator Jenna Leigh Green, highlights a different era in Hollywood where productions were more willing to work with young actors’ commitments outside of filming.
The unconventional arrangement, however, led to some unique life experiences. White described having breakfast with Disney CEO Bob Iger one morning, then heading off to regular public school hours later. This contrast, he reflects, led to him learning many social skills later in life than most.
White shared these anecdotes while promoting his upcoming 2024 memoir, *Growing Up Urkel*. He expressed his astonishment at the enduring affection fans still hold for the show and the 90s era, highlighting the emotional connection the sitcom fostered with viewers.
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