If you grew up watching Family Matters, you probably remember Laura Winslow as the smart, sassy,
and occasionally exasperated daughter of Carl and Harriette. But what happened to the actress who brought Laura to life?
Let’s take a stroll down memory lane and catch up with Kellie Shanygne Williams—aka Laura Winslow—and see where life has taken her since the show wrapped in 1998.
Born on March 22, 1976, in Washington, D.C., Kellie Shanygne Williams began her career as a children’s fashion model.
She made numerous appearances on stage and in TV commercials before landing the role of Laura Winslow on Family Matters in 1989.
The show ran for nine seasons, making Kellie a household name.
After the show ended, Kellie didn’t disappear from the spotlight. She appeared in several sitcoms during the 2000s, including Moesha, Girlfriends, The Parkers, and Eve.
She also starred in the 2005 film In the Mix and the 2009 film Steppin: The Movie.
In 2009, Kellie married Hannibal Jackson, and the couple has two children: a daughter named Hannah Belle (born in 2010) and a son named John Ervin (born in 2012).
They reside in the Prince George’s County, Maryland area, where Kellie is originally from.
Despite her busy career, Kellie has always prioritized her family.
She often shares glimpses of her life as a wife and mother on social media, giving fans a peek into her personal world.