Jaleel White, a.k.a. TV's Urkel, looks back fondly on the character that changed his career

Jaleel White wasn't supposed to have a lasting role on 'Family Matters,' but his Urkel character took off. He looks back on the role that changed his career in 'Growing Up Urkel.'

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