Jaleel White, at exactly 5ft 9 ½ (176.5 cm), brought a distinctive physical presence to his breakout role as the awkward, inventive Steve Urkel on the hit sitcom Family Matters (1989-1998). His height enhanced the character's high-energy clumsiness and nerdy charm, making Urkel's antics unforgettable.
Born November 27, 1976, in Culver City, California, White's 5ft 9 ½ frame also suited his voice work, including Sonic the Hedgehog, and his ventures as a producer and writer, allowing versatile performances across comedy and animation.