Family Matters’ Reboot Could Still Happen, And I Think Jaleel White’s Oddball Idea Actually Sounds Great
Let’s face it—90s sitcoms were the golden era of feel-good family TV.
One of the brightest stars?
Family Matters. It had everything: humor, heart, and of course, the unforgettable Steve Urkel.
And guess what? The beloved show could be making a comeback, and Jaleel White has a reboot idea that’s as unexpected as it is brilliant.
But does it stand a real chance? Let’s dig into the past, present, and potential future of Family Matters—and explore why this oddball idea might just be TV gold.
A Quick Refresher – What Was ‘Family Matters’ All About?
Family Matters centered on the Winslow family, a working-class Black family living in Chicago. The show ran from 1989 to 1998 and quickly became a household favorite.
Originally a one-time guest character, Steve Urkel (played by Jaleel White) became the breakout star with his suspenders, snorts, and unforgettable catchphrase, “Did I do that?”