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Jaleel White opens up on the highs and lows of child stardom in 'Growing Up Urkel'

NPR

By Jordan-Marie Smith,

Ashley Brown, Ailsa Chang

Published November 19, 2024 at 5:44 PM EST

NPR's Ailsa Chang talks with actor Jaleel White about his new memoir, Growing Up Urkel, and the highs and lows of the fame that came along with playing one of the most iconic nerds on '90s television.

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Jordan-Marie Smith

Jordan-Marie Smith is a producer with NPR's All Things Considered.

Ashley Brown

Ashley Brown is a senior editor for All Things Considered.

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Ailsa Chang

Ailsa Chang is an award-winning journalist who hosts All Things Considered along with Ari Shapiro, Audie Cornish, and Mary Louise Kelly. She landed in public radio after practicing law for a few years.

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