Where Are They Now? The Cast of “Family Matters”

It’s been over 30 years since the ABC sitcom “Family Matters” first aired. The series centered around the Winslows, a middle-class African-American family. The show became a major staple on network television and the classic ’90s “TGIF” lineup.

But have you ever wondered what the cast is up to now?

Reginald VelJohnson, Then

Reginald VelJohnson played Carl Winslow, the family’s patriarch who made a living as a cop and was always annoyed by his nerdy neighbor, Steve Urkel. Carl was seriously irritated by his pesky neighbor Urkel and his annoying antics.

Their love/hate relationship was one of the reasons that the show was such a hit.

Reginald VelJohnson, Now

VelJohnson voiced the character Jerry in the TV show, “3Below: Tales of Arcadia” from 2018 to 2019. He also appeared in an episode of the show, “Mom” in 2019. He recently completed the comedy film “The Very Excellent Mr. Dundee” which is scheduled for release in 2020.

So he’s staying fresh and busy as ever, even at 67 years old.

Jo Marie Payton, Then

Jo Marie Payton played the family’s matriarch, Harriette Winslow. She often portrayed the character as a tough mom with a witty sense of humor, but was also a no-nonsense wife to her husband, Carl.

Unfortunately, Payton left the series halfway through the final season, and actress Judyann Elder took over the role.

Jo Marie Payton, Now

Payton got married to her third husband Leonard Downs in 2007 and she has a daughter named Chantale France from a previous relationship.

She’s reportedly filming the movies “Heart of a Champion” and “Conundrum: Secrets Among Friends.”