'Family Matters' Reunion ft. Reginald VelJohnson, Jaleel White & More | PEOPLE

It's been 24 years since 'Family Matters' came to an end on July 17, 1998 after 215 episodes, and when Entertainment Weekly reunited the cast of the beloved sitcom in 2017, real love was burstin' out of every seam.
Watch the PeopleTV reunion special with VelJohnson, Jo Marie Payton, Kellie Shanygne Williams, Darius McCrary, Jaleel White, Telma Hopkins, Shawn Harrison, and Bryton James as they share their audition stories, how they formed their on-screen chemistry, why they're ready for a revival and how White transformed himself into the hit nerdy neighbor Steve Urkel.
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[@STFU255]

Sad we don't have shows like this anymore

[@lil.dgotthejuice3443]

@nemo pouncey especially cartoons

[@delroyallen678]

Ppp0

[@sunnygibbs925]

Exactly! Where are the shows promoting morals & values & family!

[@aneesahthequeen]

ikr

[@sheliasessoms171]

I really love that show some shows now are okay but you have to really pick and choose what you have to see for your young people

[@mug9468]

I didn't realise it back then but that Jaleel kid was really talented. Playing multiple characters with such ease is impressive, and at that age... nearly impossible.

[@MTB214]

He also was the voice of Sonic the Hedgehog too.

[@wallncuz3109]

I'll tell u who else was talented, the girl who played Myra. That was good acting. Sadly she died in 98

[@kevinW826]

Doesn’t matter your background, where you were raised, the colour of your skin, if you grew up in the 80s and 90s you watched family matters because it was just funny.

[@anneonthephone]

AMENNN ❤❤❤

[@karlaknapper7616]

I never missed an episode. I knew the times and everything. Just like all other shows. Bill Nye, Family Matters, Full House. Yes

[@lisanicon6996]

TGIF BOO😂😂❤❤​@@karlaknapper7616

[@yokaidokena3659]

And it was a good, wholesome show.

[@fatdamon7862]

That part about Shawn (Waldo’s) mom was so touching. It really shows the amazing bond the cast had. Love this show

[@cgrooney9945]

RIP Michelle Thomas. This was a great reunion but I think its sad she or her character (Myra Monkhouse) was not talked about in this..She was a very talented and beautiful actress and she played her character great on the show.

[@realmommee8093]

Agree. I grieved when she passed. Felt like losing a family member. She had most beautiful smile.

[@brendagrant9382]

U r rite.

[@franalexander1913]

They don't talk about the other daughter as well cause she ended up in the adult film industry. Honestly as good as the show was she never really had a stand out episode

[@franalexander1913]

Moira was a darn good fit for Steve/stephan she was the first cute nerdy girl I liked lol

[@Megatron_James_Brady8121]

Yeah I’m halfway thru but I don’t think they’re gonna talk about Gwendolyn either .... had a huge crush at that time☺️

[@stephenmenyfield2110]

I'm not going to lie. I grew up with this show and it almost brought tears to my eyes for a good reason! If you grew up during this time, there is no need for an explanation!!

[@mamasita42188]

Def agree with you 100% I grew up on this as well

[@f.acostaa9429]

There will be nothing like that time. love this show💓

[@jayizquierdo9534]

amen brother

[@LadellTurner]

Me as well! Still my favorite TV show.

[@hotboy80baby18]

Big facts

[@rgs4x]

We met Reginald VelJohnson and his family at Disneyland. My son was a huge fan. He and his family could have not been more gracious and friendly.

[@angholloway5091]

Wo that's cool wat year?

[@SouloOnTheBeat]

Reginald said in an interview that he doesn't have any children of his own

[@Rjs81187]

What family tho he had no children so ill take things that never happened for 2000$

[@Rjs81187]

Unless he has necessary or nephews or went with immediate family

[@farahjoseph]

Jo Marie Payton seem like a such a sweet lady. I also love her as suga mama on the proud family

[@shenequakimbro2660]

Me too. I can't wait until they stream Proud family. She is very talented

[@aaronflowers8881]

Yes she seems so sweet and wonderful. I like her.

[@Simulatorgaming-fs]

We need shows like this on tv again. These were the classic family comedies i loved.

[@brianwalrod2253]

Well , Bill's available .

[@reginaldbrown8012]

Blackish 🤣

[@theonewhowokeup9987]

If they do decide to do a continuation of the show like *That's 70's show* I fully guarantee we will see an emphasis on showing the feminization of the black male image. They will either have Waldo, Eddie, Ritchie(in the lead to be it) and Steve be gay with a white or Asian husband/wife. I'm leaning towards it being a Asian man because it's a PR stunt to make Asians look like the good guys when in reality they are planning to invade the U.S. by taking our guns away and shrink our military forces then EMP. Smh and the writers are Jewish women and men or black woman who may be gay herself. Peep game.

[@nbnakita3776]

Yes

[@mqureshi79]

This show was great because it was a show that EVERYONE could relate to... It wasn't specific to a certain audience.

[@JV801097253]

The fact that they all still look good for they’re ages.. God bless them

[@waterlilyqueen]

Eddie looks so good now!

[@jesseowenvillamor6348]

Their, not they're

[@CrystalGarvin-td2ym]

Facts very awesome show😊

[@OfentseMwaseFilms]

My family. This is my family right there.

[@user-ur4gd9tt7h]

😂😂

[@brandonbryant6076]

The way jaleel played myrtle urkel was iconic ... "Eddie that name rolls off my tounge like honey" 🤣

[@SLa-pb1gg]

As a little Black kid in the 90’s, I wanna thank FM and Urkel for showing us that Black kids can be geniuses too. We were only shown White and Asian nerds, and Steve and Carlton from Fresh Prince were the 1st Black genius/smart kids on tv that I saw for my generation in the 90’s, and we eventually got TJ from Smart Guy by the end of the 90’s but Steve and Carlton were the 1st. So thank you for that representation.

[@hillaryconsultingservices]

As a Science Fair and Number sense champion Steven Urkel meant a lot to me. I was a weirdo that was teased daily in elementary school.

[@jaslenelove7008]

Sad that he was an asshole and bullied Judy. Made her life on set a living hell

[@drewnoword5391]

Also want to add that show “in the house” was also a good show for blacks and the youth because it showed a football player changing his way of life, they had the two homegirls that were in college and their man friend that they all kept a great connection of friendship, no friendzones or any of that

[@mrs.elizabethdarcyladyofpe1288]

@@drewnoword5391 I always felt like in the house was more geared towards the boys.. it wasn’t really something the whole family could enjoy together.. it wasn’t on the same level as the shows that were in the TGIF lineup. 🤷🏾‍♀️

[@antoinettelifeidge6260]

@@jaslenelove7008 I never knew that but I could see him doing that. He seemed a bit full of himself during the interview as well.

[@dariusmcnair601]

Along with the "Cosby Show" & "Fresh Prince", this show was the essence of the successful Black Family. One of the best Family sitcoms of all time. Great chemistry & the show always had a great moral lesson. Friday night always meant "Family Matters" & Pepperoni Pizza.

[@giselleduff1001]

Yes! The intact Evans family from Good Times and the intact and wealthy Jeffersons walked so that these shows could run 🙏🏼 Esther Rolle, who played Florida on Good Times, insisted if the show was to happen, the family HAD to have a present father, because she was fed up of seeing Black families only ever being portrayed as broken/single-parented.

[@Chris_FigTV]

TGIF!!! Miss my child hood.

[@toebeans31]

I miss these days so much!

[@jlionmenelik77]

I miss those days

[@marvellajackson5802]

1

[@DJMookieJukebox]

The ENTIRE cast looks amazing!!!! They’ve aged GRACEFULLY 🏆

[@metsfanatic6270]

Black don't crack

[@okeziavae3221]

Look at Harriet!!! Looks just as good as her own show kids

[@fmdof]

agreed!

[@AntiMasonic93]

Yeah, she looks the same.

[@hrdkorebp]

Not Laura

[@marianna1513]

We just finished watching the whole show on Hulu with our kids. They're 17 and 10, and they completely loved the show!! We would play it as we had dinner. And we laughed so much. Love showing our kids with shows we grew up with ❤

[@davidslaton]

Wow, we’re doing the same and it’s such a great time!

[@FrankieBonsignoreMusic]

One of my favorites! ❤❤

[@heyitsablackguy9553]

I think Jaleel White doesn't know how much of an impact this had on the population of Black People back then. Many black men, especially black people became proud of their educational pursuits, just by watching his show! Props!

[@stonestephh]

Classic shows like this can never be duplicated man I really miss the 90’s😩😓

[@smearymoch9]

Yess i was thinking the same thing. Family matters, fresh price, martin, living single.. some of the best!.

[@davide.watties3269]

Born in 1996 and said the same thing.

[@sparklingenergyalchemy]

They need to create a streaming service dedicated to only 90s shows

[@stonestephh]

@@sparklingenergyalchemy agreed

[@Shannonbarnesdr1]

no doubt ! 70s, 80s, and 90s had some of the best sitcoms!

[@TheWetBandit13]

Man o man was this show so amazing to watch as a 90's kid. Even as a non African American this show brings back some many awesome memories and was truly one of the best ever!

[@BigSplenda1885]

"even as a non African American" - the fact that you even felt you had to say this is a sad state of affairs about our modern society. When this show was made we were well on our way to getting past racial divisions, as a white kid watching this show I never once thought "they're black and different", I just thought they're human beings like me. I always compared my own dad to Carl, my grandma to Estelle, and didn't think anything of it.😢 I wish our world today could be more like that

[@ArchangelGirl]

The introduction of Stefan still has me hot today! That was just awesome. The transformation of character was so real. Taking the elixir and looking at the change for yourself was great. You actually saw Steve disappear. To this day, season 5 episode 8 is my first favourite.

[@JadenYukifan28]

It made the character look and act more mature than he actually was, which was interesting.

[@patriciajohnson6434]

Sorry he is just not attractive. ‘Always looks comical. ‘Always Urkel !

[@tarawilliams4734]

This is the first show I’ve seen, that a character daughter looked and acted like her character mom. Kellie was a perfect choice for Harriet’s daughter. Love this show!❤️

[@alexandradillard2077]

I agree. The first little actress cast as Judy on the pilot was unrealistic. I’m glad they recast.

[@tarawilliams4734]

@nemo pouncey I actually had to go back and look at the thumbnail, I think I know what you’re trying to say. She does look a little different, but either way they’re both beautiful. Blessings.😊

[@tarawilliams4734]

@@alexandradillard2077 oh yeah, Ms. Payton really took it hard when they cut her out. Her being the type of actress she is, she really embodied the character of being their mother. She felt as if she’d lost a child. Blessings.😊

[@jaslenelove7008]

@@alexandradillard2077 Yeah. It was a little mixed looking girl.

[@sheilabrown3597]

@@tarawilliams4734 especially since the show was based around her character

[@Deerych]

We used to sooo look forward to TGIF every Friday to see this show! It brought us so much light and acceptance as kids.

[@chillbest14]

Big facts

[@Angelina-ev8og]

Well said I’m with u 💯💯

[@manuginobilisbaldspot424]

RIGHT?!? Full House, Step By Step, Family Matters...and Mr Cooper or Baby Talk or whatever else. Just loved having that with my sisters.

[@pompeiisurvivor2502]

YES! Couldn't wait.

[@brandonbless9593]

facts every friday

[@Rafi.Franco.2202]

Tell them to bring back Family Matters!!! We want them back! I grew up 4 blocks away from their house in the intro of the show. I played basketball at Wrightwood park across the street from their house on Wrightwood and Ashland on Chicagos Northside. This show is my childhood and relate to a lot of what went on in their show. Please bring them back!!!

[@joannagipson12]

Awesome!💖⭐💖⭐

[@shenequakimbro2660]

The marathon has been on Sundays lately on TV One

[@christinespiers-wy9kr]

I still watch “Family Matters”!

[@Tepenahs]

It’s 4am, couldn’t sleep, just watched this. I’m in tears. This cast is family. Seeing them feels like home.

[@Lost_n_Found_1]

Same. It's even 4 am, lol.

[@jakesword7669]

1am but ditto

[@hi-d12forlife]

It's almost midnight and I am in tears and you said it! I grew up with Steve and Laura and this show brings it all back. A legendary show in itself.

[@shaywill3451]

Me 2🤣🤣😂😂

[@DonnaHall8117]

I agree 💯

[@armomannn]

I wish my kids could have (timeless) shows like this. Hollywood, time to bring shows like this back! We need to see strong families!!!

[@minuete82]

Not a remake. An original series.

[@keithkelso9872]

People that make shows are puppets of satan

[@keithkelso9872]

This shows purpose was to trick people into thinking the obvious

[@soccergal30ful]

they can - just show them the OG and don't let them watch the garbage nowadays. That's what i do

[@Ottophil]

Modern family is much closer to modern families

[@AngelAllenson]

Reginald and Jo came out the gate with the amazing chemistry and hilarious comedic timing and delivery. Family Matters was destined from the demo to be iconic.

[@DePirre]

This was one of those defining 90's show for me. Along with Fresh Prince, Sister Sister, Step by Step, Charmed, Sabrina the teenage witch, Buffy, The Nanny and Ally McBeal 🧡😌 I'd give anything to relive pop culture and tv in the 90's again 🙏🏻

[@blessingscomewithpatience]

This is what is missing in society today! Family Matters was a show that everyone in the family could sit down together and watch and enjoy. The 90s was a good time ❤️

[@girlnotoftheworld2008]

I just commented similar to this! It’s very true.

[@tarahobson1525]

This was a cornerstone of TGIF in the 90's. Family Matters and Boy meets world were shows I grew up along with and I'm thankful for them

[@Chastidee]

Yess, same.

[@payableondeath9091]

💯TGIF was a mood

[@SportZFan4L1fe]

Perfect Strangers, Full House, Family Matters, Step By Step.

[@daryldickey4821]

Facts!!!!

[@daryldickey4821]

@@Chastidee what was your favorite 90's show

[@KathleenIvall-wc2hz]

Family Matters was incredible. There was always a lesson to learn. Too bad there are not shows like this today. Polite, respectful, family friendly an all around happiness for the soul.

[@petermalauulu4883]

I grew up watching shows like Family Matters, Full House and Step by Step. Miss those days

[@electricsoul8624]

Rest in Peace Rosetta LeNoire. She was the heart of the show. ♥️

[@jaylene.turner6524]

And Michelle Thomas who played Steve’s girlfriend Myra Monkhouse. She died a few months after the last episode aired on December 23rd,1998 at the age of 30.

[@narvelancoleman8597]

And...Jaimee Foxworth, who started with the show as the little sister.

[@noecases5940]

no han hablado de ella en ningún momento@@narvelancoleman8597

[@shmoneyg5203]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@brianhines1452]

It's dope that Bryton James built another career for himself by being on The Young And The Restless.

[@BeautyQueen79]

Oh really? Good for him!

[@mysharona6754]

I look at Devon and I'm like I can't believe that's little Richie lol.. cause I don't feel that old but when I look at him, I'm like damn that was a long time ago he was a toddler

[@cuppacoffee75]

That's where I know him from, thank you 👏🤦‍♀️

[@s.0.u.p896]

Jaleel White was being very professional in this interview because he is spoken numerous times about how the cast treated him bad because he became the star of the show. Even when she said we were a good show but he came in and threw that salt that it needed he was looking like "yeah right you didn't feel that way at the time"

[@Stopmotives]

Yes even when he mentioned wanting to be in the pie scene they looked like “of course you wanted in smh” but to want to be in that scene is a little selfish on his part

[@encourageyourlife]

His body language is totally showing he was not happy to be there!

[@joannasantiago8858]

I think in a past interview he mentioned JoMarie and Reginald had put pressure on him when he did the Myrtle character. They felt that he was doing African American people a diservice being put in a dress. That's when his father said that Jaleel won't do that character again for to the pressure from other adults views. Even though he was just a young teen.

[@lisacox3750]

Jaleel is full of himself too though to be fair. Every one is adults now and they know how to be professional. That's all that matters.

[@darcyadelle]

@@lisacox3750 Totally. I mean, he WAS the secret ingredient that made the show so popular, no doubt... but I can't IMAGINE how full of himself he was back then, I mean, look at him here... he ONLY talks about himself. Everyone else's favourite moments were meaningful moments with each other, but his were all about himself, he doesn't even mention anyone else.

[@nexxx2meka615]

This show made our childhood so great. My brothers and I always loved TGIF shows.❤

[@georgeedward1691]

The chemistry with all these folks it's absolutely amazing. Even off the set it's like watching family matters all over again. CBS couldn't have picked a better cast.

[@kirahodge-rochon6212]

*ABC

[@angiejones968]

We Need a reboot of this show! I miss this show

[@StonerKitchen]

Jo and jaleel didn't like each other during the ahow

[@shelivinoutloud]

Yes they have amazing chemistry!

[@angiejones968]

@@StonerKitchen really? I didn’t know that

[@mandys1038]

I loved this reunion so much! I can't believe its been 24 years since the show ended! I just wish in this reunion they would've talked a bit about Michelle. Myra was a memorable character and its heartbreaking how young Michelle was when she passed away, she deserves to be remembered!

[@sabreemuhammad3007]

I was thinking the exact same thing.

[@robpshow2234]

da good ol days🥲🥲🥲

[@ChaeThompson]

Sooo true!!

[@carayj]

If you watch tvones "Uncensored" with Jaleel he speaks about Michelle and her passing

[@cugabearc]

Totally agree!

[@jacquelinejoyce8066]

I always thought it was sad that we never got to see Steve and Laura get married. Even a two part episode would have been good.

[@pjones8189]

This show is the best reason to have Hulu. 😂

[@marcushoward6560]

This really was such a great show. Family-friendly and hilarious, while also working in serious moral lessons. Growing up with this was great!

[@raymealesmiley_theeunderes8033]

💯

[@alidee1285]

Miss these family friendly shows.

[@hynesiajones9742]

Great show !

[@jmgmusic1979]

This show was a fixture for me during my teenage years. My parents split when I was turning 13 and I was lost, hurt, confused and generally just a huge mess. That's when I first developed mental health issues. I became severely depressed, my anxiety was through the roof and I was having major PTSD episodes. Family Matters helped me cope and really made me rely on my close friends and my next door neighbor to help me through one of my most difficult times of my life. This show had a major part in my coping with the bad family times I had and through my parent's divorce. It's a show that I hold dear to my heart. Thank you for helping me make it through my teenage years.

[@AveIvy]

Aweeee, what a nice tribute. I'm glad you made it through that difficult period in your life and I hope someone from the show will read your comment. People need to know that they made a positive difference in someone's life.

[@stocktonca6586]

How can you get ptsd when your parents split? Makes no sense. You need to stop playing the victim role and just get over it. Tough love but love nonetheless

[@dinoram1983]

I can relate to you, I was also going though some crazy things as 13 year old, but when I turned the TV on and watched this show I forgot all about my problems .

[@AveIvy]

@@stocktonca6586 Just because you're emotionless and have no feelings, doesn't mean everyone is like you. I can't figure out how what he said bothered you, if you can't relate then move on. He said his parent's divorce interfered with his mental health and this show helped. What I can't figure out is how is his testimony a problem for you?! Why would you care either way if you can't relate? Move on troll.

[@stocktonca6586]

@@AveIvy you can't get ptsd from your parents getting a divorce unless your one of your parents been physically beating on you

[@curbfeld9558]

I was born 1992 in Toronto. I think I started tuning into this show when I was 4 or 5. This show will always have a special place in my heart. So much comedy, love and meaning in this series. Urkel is inarguably up there with Kramer for the most iconic Sitcom character.

[@ngalahansel6066]

Jo Marie looks and sounds so much like Jennifer Lewis 😅 I was born in January 1992 and have always loved 90s shows so I'll definitely be checking this out.

[@l_ivory81]

Love Jaleel...he was/ is extremely talented. Didnt realize it as a child, but having rewatched this show now that I have a child (she is 4- she is in love with the show just as O was) Jaleel played the hell out of his roles. And I hear/see the confidence he has now talking about it in this interview. He was a very confident kid back then and knew his craft.

[@payableondeath9091]

😝Totally & that was so cool he said Martin Short was his influence

[@BrittneySharde15]

You are so right!!!

[@jamesdean7678]

Definitely was method acting before it was a thing

[@pennies001]

Jaleel really is talented! Especially because he played MULTIPLE characters but was able to play EACH ONE to perfection.

[@17TrillSeeker]

This show was a touch of gold. I could always remember watching this with my mom for year's,she's not here anymore but I know she is watching in heaven smiling down laughing. Love ya mom

[@mp4455]

💕

[@hectorlopez1069]

Rachel forgot Carl's real name, Carl responded Reginald Veljohnson.

[@BillCosbyTouchedMyDoodle]

She was joking.

[@Mill835]

I used to like Jaleel White until I watch the reunion, he just took over with the I’s I did this, I did that, I am this, I was that, I. I. I. Everyone else just watched and listened since they couldn’t get a word in.

[@tom11zz884]

No reboot is necessary. Let's leave well enough alone folks. This was a great show and doesn't need one.

[@juliah673]

I still love watching this show. I wish this generation of kids could experience the type of wholesome shows we had back then that included great life lessons

[@tai4short]

Wow I just noticed … all the have is Bag Girls Club Love & Hiphop and Heavily Influenced & Suggestive shows they don’t have anything Just Wholesome & Loving … knowing how Tv influence people minds no wonder they are the way they are jow

[@BrittneySharde15]

Mine do!!! They lce fmaiky matters!! I wish these shows were more oromited now too!! 🤣My daughter was surprised the other day when I told I her I already saw that episode, she said how? I said bc I'm 33!! 🤣 She was talking about Moesha!!!

[@ShadaeMastersAstrology]

You’re right but we can still improvise thanks to the Internet. My hubby and I have shown our kids shows such as My Wife And Kids as well as Sister Sister, they watched every season. These shows can be found on KZbin or cable.

[@thegoodgeneral]

Bryton James is so well spoken. Also the quilt episode… the mention of it definitely unlocked some old memories.

[@blue4uable]

Family matters was a very funny show to bad you don’t see good shows like this anymore.❤

[@buzzy3970]

The casting couldn't be better. Hearing their back stories and how it all came together makes it even better.

[@StBarts-cb7vt]

Positive black stories. Not the ratchet trash that runs rampant in todays “Black Stories”.

[@MicababyGreen]

Bring shows like this back. You know the one's with the moral of the story. It was nice seeing beautiful Black families like ours on t.v. the ones we could relate to.

[@blackamericanlesbianprofes4357]

Please put a capital B for Black American culture. :)

[@holdyourownnuts182]

​@@blackamericanlesbianprofes4357 Yep, I always make sure to put a capital "B" when I mention Black us. .

[@OnionChang]

I'm white and I can't even relate to any of the white people on tv anymore.

[@lacrondracooper9472]

They brought back shows like this no one supports them anymore

[@MicababyGreen]

@@lacrondracooper9472 What show was that? I like to stream so it would give me something to watch.

[@mt7able]

Jaleel White’s joke delivery as Steve Urkel is so hilarious that I laugh every time even though I’m hearing the same joke multiple times 😂

[@lexkanyima2195]

How ?

[@angiesworld8038]

​@@lexkanyima2195 Nostalgia.

[@jamilamallett3804]

I cried like a baby lookin at this I miss family matters they made my child hood better and I wish I had a beautiful family like them when I was a kid yall took my pain away thank you 💜❤️

[@ducksauce001]

One of my favorite TGIF shows back in the days! It doesn't matter if you're Black or not, the topics they covered on the show (bullying, gun violence, regular family matters) resonated with everyone. It portrays a regular family and not the stereotypes. Even my dad who doesn't speak English can say and understood "Did I do that?" RIP Grandma and Myra.

[@dinky101]

@nemo pouncey who was Richie? Or Gwendeyn. Was she the aunt?

[@enchantedways]

@nemo pouncey Sadly she’s no longer with us either.

[@scorpiocara6798]

Awwwwwww myra

[@scorpiocara6798]

@@dinky101 Richie aka Little Richie is that fine light skinned one sitting right there by Harriett in a blue suit. Gwendolyn was a little girl from the show. They were both little kids on the show. But she passed a couple years ago from drowning or something like that. I think she was a big star on glee or something so u may know her from there

[@scorpiocara6798]

@nemo pouncey Judy turned into a pornstar and disappeared off into the streets. 3J aka Orlando brown has a drug addiction and has been struggling....he wasn't a main cast member anyways so that's prolly y he wasn't there. Judy was barely even a main character and she was one of the siblings

[@kingmemories352]

James gave the best rendition of how deep emotions can be even through acting. That is why it is important to be cautious of the roles young children are given.❤

[@OneTrueWord1988]

King Memories: Amen! ♥️🙏♥️

[@rachelr3230]

One of the greatest shows ever, I need a boxed set!! Still comforting, relating and Hilarious to this day!! Much love to them all , rest in peace Michelle Thomas and Rosetta Lenore.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🏾

[@TheScooby7979]

I still watch this show! It has stood the test of time! ❤

[@kendal4452]

Wow, Jo hasn't changed she looks great. This was a great show, its so nice to see everyone again.

[@blueseptember2174]

O my goodness she looked amazing!

[@jessicaabbassi1140]

She really does look amazing!

[@chuckb9595]

The one who played Laura surely has!

[@teen_laqueefa]

@@chuckb9595 yea, Harriet still got that sexy voice

[@BLACK7MA]

This show had so much sentimental values that they made you feel like you were a part of there family.

[@glorice05]

I still enjoing this great show here in New Jersey at 5 am, channel 39. Thank you, God bless you all for the joy you gave us.

[@shenequakimbro2660]

They really did bring us joy. May God bless you as well

[@sk360flip]

There were so many wholesome funny sitcoms in the 90s. It truly was a golden age and Family Matters was the best of all of them. I enjoyed this so much.

[@NerdyBird99]

I remember all the cousins would come to grandma’s house on Fridays for the weekend and we would lay on a pallet of blankets on the floor excited to watch TGIF. The good ole days.

[@Rjs81187]

Similar memories just unlocked except it was me my sister and my brother with our great aunt

[@JackieofAllTrades]

When JW said Urkel still lives on the inside of him in "the sunken place...", I almost fell out my chair! Loved the Get Out reference.🤣😂😅

[@moshe2495]

They look wonderful all these years later. God bless 🙏 them.

[@smiley27b]

Aww, I LOVED this show growing up! TGIF was the best! Great cast. So many kids used to dress up as Steve Urkel for Halloween & say, "Did I do that? " I've gotta introduce this show to my kids ❤

[@Amanda-hc6tb]

One of the best family sitcoms of all times!!!

[@debrasloan5541]

Way better than the Cosby show

[@debrasloan5541]

Don’t make shows like this anymore , and that’s so sad !

[@kralicesevda926]

I started watching this year and I loved the show! Already season 5😂watching very night

[@osopetty1761]

@@debrasloan5541 I wouldn’t say better than the Crosby show but just as good. Both shows had the same family feeling. That’s your opinion and you’re entitled to that but why do the two shows have to be compared, they both bought their own uniqueness to tv show about black families. They were in no competition with each other

[@Snake-qw9oh]

It was definitely way past overdue for a reunion! Such a great and funny TV show, definitely one of my childhood favorites! ♥️

[@kathy6015]

Rip Michelle Thomas. What about Maxine Laura's Friend. She then Became. Waldo girlfriend

[@bobs1356]

I agree with you. They had great morals. 👍

[@payableondeath9091]

@@bobs1356😇💯👍🔥 morality is what the world needs

[@mj6962]

Let’s not forget Jo Marie in Will and Grace as Mr. Ducette’s witty and sassy assistant… I loved that character!

[@TheMrsTReed]

We're still watching it today. My 8 and 11 year old boys love this show.

[@khrissi17]

I LOVED me some Perfect Strangers I didn't know that's how Family Matters started. I absolutely loved both theme songs and Family Matters is one of my favorite shows ❤️

[@marianb2530]

I loved Perfect Strangers!

[@TheReal_AD]

I would love to see them back together. They are bringing back everything else in tv history, so why not.

[@josephclegg3562]

I know, right? I would love to see Steve and Laura married with kids along with Eddie and Greta.

[@garlandragland]

Reggie said he'd do it in a heart beat in more than one interview

[@seanlauer9222]

But if they’re planning to do a Reboot of Family Matters it’s not going to be the same without Momma Winslow Garland

[@josephclegg3562]

@@seanlauer9222 How wouldn't it be the same? In later years, Mother Winslow was written out of episodes and hardly seen, so it was like she wasn't there anyways. After the 4th season, half of the family was written out or put on the backburner, and would show up every now and then.

[@FBHSswimmer2006]

Family Matters More?

[@RoachKitty]

I loved that show and I still do ❤️

[@officalNandosworld]

When 3 j was brought in you knew this show was over

[@marleeamato4944]

I miss fun family shows like this that all ages could watch and laugh. Thank you so much for being a large part of my childhood and so many giggles ❤️

[@blackleague212]

Whatever. I am getting sick and tired of these actors coming together on a set... and calling it "a reunion". This is a cast meetup, not a reunion episode. Stop trying to change what a "reunion show" is. They are not in character, they are not acting on the show. Its cute to see the actors being friends on set, and talking about their JOBS. But this is not "a family matters" reunion. Hollywood truly lost all the good writers with these types of productions. These people are sitting here pretending like they are not friends off camera. Its crap, the Martin reunion as well... Who cares about seeing all you people together on a set? You are getting clicks from people who want to see an actual continuation of the damn show. This is a bunch of actors sitting in front of a camera, getting paid to talk about something they did to make money. Stop clicking this bullcrap. Amen

[@wisegal88]

Carl is the perfect dad I love his role ❤ and Reggie played it perfect.

[@pompeiisurvivor2502]

I'm going to need him to grow that mustache back, though. Lol

[@truckercowboyed2638]

Not being mean but he really put on the weight since the show, I hope he's taking care of himself now....

[@aj8203]

Nostalgia overload... LOVED THIS SHOW!!! They all look so amazing 👏

[@Narutospicyking]

It's sad they have resentment towards Jaleel White due to his annormous success on the show as Steve and Stephen. He seems so laid back and down to earth. I am glad that he got the popularity.

[@reggievangleason9511]

Loved this show! After I moved into my own home, my parents came over on a few Friday evenings, and we roared with laughter. Now, both parents are gone, and I have fond memories of TGIF on ABC.

[@farwoodfarm9296]

I was born in 86 but I remember vividly as a young kid looking forward to new episodes of Family Matters each week. I grew up watching the Winslow's and loved the show. Great to see them all together again.

[@wan2865]

I’m five years late but love this!!! This was my show that I grew up on! #80sbaby #1981

[@shenequakimbro2660]

I haven't seen every episode either. I watch it every now and then and feels like new. I'm glad because I'm not a reality tv fan

[@kagemaru259]

We watched this every day after school back in '91-'94. My favorite will ALWAYS be Waldo Geraldo Faldo.😂

[@faith6575]

I LOVED this show as a kid. Ms Jill Marie has obviously stopped aging. Wrinkles are obviously scared of her face. It’s so good to see everyone together. They all look so healthy and amazing. I wish Jamie Foxworth was there. She’s so gorgeous and doing so well.

[@mikesworldduh]

Jo Marie

[@avocadoqueen.]

Thank you People magazine for featuring a Family Matters reunion. The entire cast looks amazing! It's beautiful what the show gave us & sad that we don't have ones like it anymore. Would definitely watch if they did a reboot.

[@FrozenUSA]

This show was a staple of my childhood. Every Friday night almost without fail I would turn to my sister at dinner and say “guess what’s on tonight?” Sometimes she would remember and other times I would have to tell her “Urkel is on tonight” and we would just get so excited. I hope this show does come back in some form like showing the kids of Steve and Laura or something. I would love that.

[@Momof2girlz]

It seems as though “Laura” hasn’t taken her eyes off Steve the whole time they are sitting on the couch

[@tayangelotv3925]

she was seeing Stefan 😭

[@gjm2669]

That was THE most beautiful reunion show I’ve ever seen. The love and respect they all have for each other is moving. You hear stuff from the media that there was jealousy and problems when Urkel was introduced but you see none of that here in this reunion. Again, so moving and absolutely beautiful to see and watch. 😎💖

[@jakehobbs]

@reyesvaldez2496 If there wasn’t an Urkel then there wouldn’t be a family matters. Period. So they owe everything to him.

[@yvetteg.5067]

I see it. His energy is definitely off. You can tell they don't like him and you can definitely see he doesn't like Harriet

[@yvetteg.5067]

🤔🤔So you rewatched an entire 53 min video and i commented 34 mins ago....and im a liar ans make up things 🙃

[@HABO2210]

​@yvetteg.5067 you just had to see thr Key&Peele spoof on Family Matters. That's actually based on truth about Reginald's and others' dislike on Jaleel

[@hestushenchman]

This is one of the reasons I loved Friday nights so much as a kid. The school week was over, and it was time to watch Full House and Family Matters, then later Family Matters and Step by Step.

[@DeeDee-828]

Take me back!!😫

[@Wolveblade]

I grew up with this show, and I really wish we had more shows like this no a days. I’m so happy to see such a loving cast…. a cast that cares about each other. That took care of each other. That’s why family matters. 💜

[@armpitsalad]

I love y'all. All I had was mom, my aunt and uncle that helped raised me, my cousins, and my TV families. Y'all were one of my favorite families to live through, vicariously. Y'all made me feel included without ever noticing me. Thank you for showing me what positive views of love.

[@Dude-oh8vq]

This was a classic show I grew up on. The cast looks terrific and has barely aged a day!

[@RatnikCarrick]

I really miss those 80's and 90s sitcoms, so many funny, heart warming shows.

[@lessismore8533]

Yah I miss Fresh Prince!!!

[@helpothersheal]

Yes, we need a reboot. Loved this show growing up and still do today.

[@4dojo]

This show was one of a kind. I don't think there will ever be another like it.

[@trueempire8948]

I use to love this show growing up in the 90s. One of the greatest sitcoms ever.

[@mukibiwhite8929]

This was a great show it’s sad that there aren’t any more shows like this anymore

[@Predator-90]

*Anybody notice how Harriet is leaning away from Jaleel on Darrius mostly through the interview but still keeps it professional? Lol*

[@mzcocoblaque]

looking for this comment!

[@darlene457]

It was such a great portrayal of the majority of black families. The topics were on point. The love was real. Great programming. Congrats to them all on a job well done. Some are no longer with us but they are not forgotten.

[@MarcosIsABaritone]

I genuinely feel me and majority of my non-Black peers grew up not only non-racist but anti-racist because of shows like Family Matters, Fresh Prince and Cosby. From the age of 4, I watched Black families be moralistic yet hilarious: doctors, lawyers, judges, policemen, jocks, A-students, preppies, nerds, annoying siblings. Just like me and my family and every other American family. It was so formative to my feelings and ideals regarding social parity.