Jamie Lee Curtis Reveals She Asked Steve Urkel for an Autograph

Los Angeles, CA - In a lighthearted moment on “The Late Show with Stephen Colbert” airing Thursday, actress Jamie Lee Curtis confessed that the one celebrity autograph she once sought was not a fellow film star, but Steve Urkel, the iconic nerd character from the ’90s sitcom Family Matters.

During the show’s signature rapid-fire segment “Colbert Questionert,” host Stephen Colbert asked Curtis to name the most memorable autograph request she ever made. Between fits of laughter and visible delight, Curtis admitted, “Urkel.” She explained that she obtained the autograph for her child and still treasures it in her scrapbook.

The revelation prompted Colbert to inquire whether the autograph remains safely tucked away. “I have it in her scrapbook,” Curtis confirmed, still chuckling at the memory. The moment quickly became a viral highlight, showcasing Curtis’s playful side and underscoring the enduring cultural impact of Steve Urkel, portrayed by Jaleel White.