Damn, Urkel made some good points here.
Jaleel White, famously known for his role as Steve Urkel on Family Matters, is stepping into the hip-hop discourse—and he’s got opinions. The actor recently weighed in on the growing tension between Drake and LeBron James, sparked in part by Drake’s latest single, “What Did I Miss?”
The song, which quickly shot to the top of the charts, includes lyrics alluding to betrayal and backstabbing, which many fans believe are aimed at LeBron James (and/or DeMar DeRozan). The tension ramped up after LeBron was seen attending Kendrick Lamar’s “Pop Out” concert, a cultural moment widely viewed as a victory lap in Lamar’s ongoing lyrical war with Drake.
Jaleel White didn’t mince words when asked about the situation. He somewhat sided with Drake, saying that he personally only supports people who “do the right thing.” He also suggested the NBA icon attaches himself to whoever’s hot at the moment, rather than standing on principle. Still, White stopped short of throwing full shade, admitting, “I don’t have a problem with that entirely—it’s just who he is.”
Drake’s frustrations seem to stem from more than just industry politics—this one’s personal. LeBron has long been viewed as a close friend and public supporter of Drake, appearing in interviews, attending shows, and even being name-dropped in songs. So seeing him courtside at Kendrick’s Pop Out event, especially amid one of the most high-profile rap beefs in recent memory, naturally raised eyebrows—and blood pressure.
With “What Did I Miss?” dominating streaming platforms and igniting conversation, it’s clear Drake is choosing to vent through music, and his fans are tuning in. Meanwhile, Jaleel White’s comments echo a sentiment felt by many in Drake’s camp: LeBron showed zero loyalty to him.
Jaleel White (aka Steve Urkel) thinks LeBron James betrayed Drake because he’s drawn to what’s “hot” ? pic.twitter.com/4JAJPro8db
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