Jaleel White Rejects Family Matters Reboot

Jaleel White, known for his role as Steve Urkel on 'Family Matters,' declined a reboot proposal from Netflix around 2013-2014, feeling it would mimic the success of 'Fuller House' and lacked originality. He expressed that 'Family Matters' was unique and should not conform to another show's business model. Instead, White envisions sharing his own life story, which he believes is a more compelling narrative than a reboot. He faced skepticism from a former producer who dismissed interest in his memoirs, yet he remains confident that audiences would appreciate his experiences. Additionally, White noted the challenges he would face in recreating Urkel’s iconic voice due to vocal strain from his youth. His memoir, 'Growing Up Urkel,' is set to release on November 19, 2024, where he aims to share these insights.