Jaleel White, known for his role in "Family Matters," once shared an incredible story about his time on "Dancing with the Stars" in 2012. He revealed that during this challenging experience, he managed to lose 16 lbs and nail the complicated moves with his partner Kym Johnson. This feat was no small accomplishment, as he himself admitted that it was something only those who had been on the show could truly understand.

Uncover Jaleel White's Dancing with the Stars Triumph and Weight Loss

Preparing for the Challenge

White, who is 48 years old and released his memoir "Growing Up Urkel" this year, came prepared to dance. He saw himself as an athlete and was determined to figure it out. He didn't expect to be so good at dancing, but his love for sports and his natural coordination helped him along the way.During the Dec. 10 episode of Lance Bass's podcast "Frosted Tips," White and Bass, who was on "DWTS" in 2008, discussed the challenging nature of the reality competition. White said, "It's something that no one will understand: How freaking hard that was — unless you were on that show. I haven't met half the contestants on that show, but if I saw them on the street, I'd be, like, give them the biggest hug, be like. 'I know. I know.' "

The Impact of the Show

Being on "Dancing with the Stars" wasn't just about losing weight and mastering complex moves. It also changed the way White was perceived. He initially thought he would be there for comic relief, but he proved himself to be a capable dancer.He shared, "I'm not flopping around all over the floor like a fish, you know. I'm a pretty coordinated, dude. I love sports." His athleticism and dedication were on full display, and he was inspired by the professional dancers on the show.All the dancers were incredible, and he was amazed by their talent. He said, "They are really that good at what they do, and that’s really cool to see up close and personal."Lance Bass, who also experienced the show, agreed. He said, "It’s so intimidating to be around people that are so good. It’s like, 'Oh my gosh, I feel inferior.' "This journey on "Dancing with the Stars" was a significant one for Jaleel White, both in terms of his physical transformation and his newfound respect for the art of dancing.