From 1989 to 1998, the beloved sitcom Family Matters captured the hearts of millions with its charming portrayal of the Winslow family and its unforgettable ensemble of characters. Stars like Jaleel White, who played everyone’s favorite nerd, Steve Urkel, and Reginald VelJohnson, who portrayed the loving dad, Carl Winslow, delivered breakout performances that resonated with audiences across the country. Over nine seasons, this iconic show became a staple in households nationwide. Now, decades later, many of the original cast members are still lighting up screens with new projects and continuing to make an impact in Hollywood.
A Reunion to Remember
In 2017, nearly 30 years after the show first premiered on ABC, the Family Matters cast reunited for a special event that brought fans back to the Winslow household. This reunion wasn’t just about nostalgia—it was a celebration of the real bonds that formed between the cast members during the show’s run. Speaking about the experience, Telma Hopkins, who played Harriette Winslow, shared her thoughts with Entertainment Weekly: “There’s just something really magical about this cast and the real feelings that are here. It wasn’t just for the screen. Family really did matter and still does.”
Could a Reboot Be in the Works?
Back in 2017, rumors swirled that a reboot of Family Matters might be in the works. Jo Marie Payton, who played the sassy and lovable Mama Winslow (Rachel Crawford), expressed her excitement about the possibility. During the reunion, she revealed: “Jaleel and I were talking just a little while ago and he said, ‘You know, we can do this.’ And I said, ‘If they dropped a script at our feet when we walked out of here, we would come back in tomorrow and the next day we’d have a show shot.’”
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Fast forward to March 2022, and many of the actors were still hopeful that the Winslow family would reunite on TV screens. However, there was one condition for Jo Marie Payton: “I would only join the cast of a Family Matters reboot if the character Judy Winslow was written back into the series.”
The Mystery of Judy Winslow
Judy Winslow, the youngest child of the Winslow family, was suddenly written out of the show during season four. Fans were left scratching their heads over the abrupt disappearance of the character, played by Jaimee Foxworth. Reflecting on her exit in a September 2017 interview with The Root, Jaimee revealed: “The producers felt that they could do it and no one would notice. They’d done it with previous shows they had. They figured no one would really care. My fans took notice of it. They figured they could just throw me away, no explanation at all. Some of my cast members knew before I did.”
Despite the mystery surrounding her departure, Jaimee hasn’t ruled out the possibility of returning to the Family Matters universe. If the opportunity arose, she expressed interest in joining a reboot. Fans are eagerly waiting to see if the cast will reunite once more, but for now, it seems the reboot remains uncertain.
What Are the Cast Members Up To Now?
Keep scrolling to see where all of the Family Matters cast members are now.
From acting to producing and beyond, the legacy of Family Matters lives on through the talented individuals who brought the Winslow family to life. Whether or not a reboot happens, the show’s impact on pop culture and its fans is undeniable. So, let’s catch up with these incredible talents and see what they’ve been up to since the series ended.
