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Scott Weinger (born October 5, 1975)[1] is an American actor, screenwriter and television producer. He is the voice of the Disney character Aladdin in the 1992 animated film and various follow-ups, and played Steve Hale on the ABC sitcom Full House and its Netflix sequel Fuller House. For ABC, he wrote and produced for the television sitcoms Galavant and Black-ish and was a co-executive producer of The Muppets. He is a writer and co-executive producer on the Hulu show Paradise, for which he received a 2025 Emmy nomination.
Key Information
Early life
[edit]Weinger graduated from Harvard University in 1998 magna cum laude with a degree in English and American Literature.[2] He is Jewish.[3]
Career
[edit]Weinger's first professional acting work was a national commercial for Ideal Toys.[4] His first acting role was in Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach. After guest-starring on ABC's Life Goes On, Weinger became a series regular on the situation comedy The Family Man on CBS. His next regular role in a series came as Steve Hale on the sitcom Full House from 1991 to 1995 after he had guest-starred on one episode during its fifth season as the similarly named Steve Peters. During the run of Full House, Weinger made his motion-picture debut as the voice of Aladdin in Disney's 1992 animated feature of the same name.

Weinger went on to several small roles in television programs, starred in a horror comedy film, 2003's Shredder, and provided his voice for Osamu Tezuka's Metropolis and the 3D Disney film Mickey's PhilharMagic. He had a guest appearance on the NBC's Scrubs for the season 6 episode "My Coffee" as Dr. Kershnar. He played Officer Rubin on What I Like About You. From 2016 until 2020, Weinger reprised his role of Steve Hale on the Full House spin-off series Fuller House.[5]
Weinger provided the voice for Aladdin, the street urchin in Walt Disney Pictures' animated feature film of the same name. He reprised his role multiple times off the big screen including the CBS television series and direct-to-video sequels The Return of Jafar and Aladdin and the King of Thieves. His voice would also be used for several video games including the Kingdom Hearts series, Kinect: Disneyland Adventures, and Disney Infinity series.
Weinger has written and produced for television, receiving his first writing credit on the WB television show Like Family. Other writing credits include What I Like About You and Privileged. From 2009 to 2013, he was a writer-producer for 90210. He later worked as a writer-producer for The Neighbors, Galavant, Black-ish, and The Muppets. Weinger was a co-executive producer and showrunner for the French-language Netflix romantic comedy series Plan Coeur (The Hookup Plan).[6] During the run of Fuller House, he sold pilots to Fox, CBS, HBO Max, and Disney Plus.[7][8][9][10]
Weinger is co-executive producer on Hulu's drama series Paradise. He wrote the series' fourth episode, titled "Agent Billy Pace".[11] The series earned him an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Drama Series.[12]
Personal life
[edit]Weinger has been married to television writer and producer Rina Mimoun since 2008;[13] together they have a son who was born in 2009.[14][15]
Filmography
[edit]Film
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach | Shark Attack Kid | |
| 1992 | Aladdin | Aladdin (voice) | |
| 1994 | The Return of Jafar | Direct-to-video | |
| 1996 | Aladdin and the King of Thieves | ||
| 2001 | Metropolis | Atlas (voice) | English dub |
| 2002 | Mickey's House of Villains | Aladdin (voice) | |
| 2003 | Shredder | Cole Davidson | |
| 2005 | Jasmine's Enchanted Tales: Journey of a Princess | Aladdin (voice) | Direct-to-video |
| 2006 | Farce of the Penguins | Horny penguin (voice) | |
| 2011 | Roulette | Mike | |
| 2023 | Once Upon a Studio | Aladdin (voice) | Short film |
Television
[edit]| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Hemingway | Patrick Hemingway | Miniseries |
| 1989–1990 | Life Goes On | Steve Smith | 2 episodes |
| 1990–1991 | The Family Man | Steve Taylor | 22 episodes |
| 1991 | Eerie, Indiana | Eddie | Episode: "ATM with a Heart of Gold" |
| 1991–1995 | Full House | Steve Hale | Recurring role (season 5 and 8), main role (season 6–7) |
| 1993 | Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego? | Himself | Episode: "The Pied Pirates of Petra" |
| 1994 | The Shaggy Dog | Wilbert "Wilby" Daniels | TV movie |
| 1994–1995 | Aladdin | Aladdin / Evil Aladdin (voices) | 85 episodes |
| 1995 | Aladdin on Ice | Aladdin (voice) | TV movie |
| 1999 | Hercules | Episode: "Hercules and the Arabian Night" | |
| Walker, Texas Ranger | Bradley Roberts | Episode: "Full Recovery" | |
| 2001–2002 | House of Mouse | Aladdin (voice) | 3 episodes |
| 2006 | What I Like About You | Officer Rubin | 4 episodes |
| Scrubs | Dr. Kershnar | Episode: "My Coffee" | |
| 2013 | The Mistresses | Father | Episode: "I Choose You" |
| 2014 | The Neighbors | Man | Episode: "There Goes The Neighbors' Hood" |
| 2016–2020 | Fuller House | Dr. Steve Hale | Recurring role (season 1); main role (season 2–5) |
Video games
[edit]| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1997 | Aladdin's MathQuest | Aladdin |
| 2001 | Aladdin in Nasira's Revenge | |
| 2002 | Kingdom Hearts | Aladdin (English version) |
| 2005 | Kingdom Hearts II | |
| 2011 | Kinect: Disneyland Adventures | Aladdin |
| 2013 | Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 ReMIX | |
| 2014 | Kingdom Hearts HD 2.5 ReMIX | |
| Disney Infinity 2.0 | ||
| 2015 | Disney Infinity 3.0 | |
| 2022 | Cookie Run: Kingdom |
Production credits
[edit]Writer
[edit]| Year | Title | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | Like Family | |
| 2005 | What I Like About You | 3 episodes |
| 2008–2009 | Privileged | 2 episodes |
| 2010–2013 | 90210 | 8 episodes |
| 2013–2014 | The Neighbors | 3 episodes |
| 2014–2015 | Black-ish | 1 episode |
| 2015–2016 | Galavant | 2 episodes |
| 2016 | The Muppets | 1 episode |
| 2018 | The Hook Up Plan | 4 episodes |
| 2025–present | Paradise | 1 episode |
| TBD | DC Super Hero High |
Producer
[edit]| Year | Title | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | The Cricket Player | ||
| 2011–2012 | 90210 | Co-producer | 45 episodes |
| 2013–2014 | The Neighbors | 22 episodes | |
| 2014–2015 | Black-ish | Supervising producer | 15 episodes |
| 2015–2016 | Galavant | 12 episodes | |
| 2016 | The Muppets | Co-executive producer | 5 episodes |
| 2018 | The Hookup Plan | 8 episodes | |
| Génération Q | 1 episode | ||
| 2021 | DC Super Hero High | Executive producer | |
| 2025–present | Paradise | Co-executive producer | 8 episodes |
References
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- ^ https://deadline.com/2021/12/noggin-disney-developing-series-based-on-john-corey-whaley-book-1234892273/
- ^ https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/fuller-house-star-developing-family-comedy-fox-947237/
- ^ https://deadline.com/2017/10/cbs-developing-cia-workplace-comedy-big-bang-theory-simon-helberg-jocelyn-towne-1202193285/
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- ^ https://deadline.com/2021/12/noggin-disney-developing-series-based-on-john-corey-whaley-book-1234892273/
- ^ https://www.imdb.com/title/tt32459855/?ref_=ttep_ep_4
- ^ https://www.televisionacademy.com/awards/nominees-winners/2025/outstanding-drama-series
- ^ Samantha Rullo (June 12, 2014). "Whatever Happened to Steve from 'Full House?' The Ivy League Grad Is Still Working in TV". bustle.com. Retrieved November 11, 2015.
- ^ Boone, John (September 29, 2015). "EXCLUSIVE: Here's What Happened When the Voice of 'Aladdin' Took His Own Kid to See the Movie". Entertainment Tonight. Retrieved June 8, 2020.
- ^ Grant, Stacey (September 28, 2015). "Scott Weinger Was Joined By A 'Fuller House' Costar At A Special Screening Of 'Aladdin'". MTV News. Archived from the original on September 29, 2015. Retrieved June 8, 2020.
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[edit]Scott Weinger
View on GrokipediaEarly life
Family and childhood
Scott Weinger was born on October 5, 1975, in Manhattan, New York City.[8][9][10] He was born to Jewish parents Babs Weinger, a substitute teacher, and Elliott Weinger, an orthopedic surgeon.[8][9] As the eldest of four children, Weinger has two brothers and one sister.[8] His family maintained a Jewish heritage, with ancestral roots tracing back to Russian Jewish immigrants on his maternal side.[10] Weinger spent his early childhood in New York before the family relocated, with the majority of his formative years taking place in southern Florida, specifically in Hollywood.[8][9][11] His initial exposure to the entertainment industry occurred during childhood in Florida, where he developed an interest in acting in the third grade after an actor's career day presentation at his elementary school.[8][12] This sparked his entry into professional work with a national television commercial for Ideal Toys, marking the beginning of his child acting pursuits.[8]Education
Weinger attended the University School of Nova Southeastern University, a college preparatory school in Davie, Florida, for his high school education, graduating in 1993.[13] In the fall of 1994, he enrolled at Harvard University, where he majored in English and American Literature with a minor in French literature.[5][13] During his undergraduate years, Weinger balanced his academic commitments with select acting work, including continuing as the voice of Aladdin in animated projects and serving as a youth correspondent for ABC's Good Morning America, while taking a leave from his live-action role on Full House to prioritize his studies.[5][14] He graduated in June 1998 with an A.B. degree, earning magna cum laude honors for his academic performance.[12][15]Acting career
Early child acting roles
Scott Weinger began his professional acting career as a child in the mid-1980s, starting with a national television commercial for Ideal Toys after securing an agent at his parents' encouragement following a career day presentation that sparked his interest in third grade.[8] His early work also included additional commercials that helped build his experience in the industry during the late 1980s.[16] Weinger made his on-screen debut in 1988 at age 12 with a small credited role as the Shark Attack Kid on the beach in the comedy film Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach. That same year, he landed his first television appearance, portraying young Patrick Hemingway in the syndicated miniseries biopic Hemingway. His breakthrough in television came in 1989 when he guest-starred as Steve Smith, a schoolmate and friend to the family's teenage daughter Becca, in two episodes of the ABC drama Life Goes On, a series centered on a family navigating life with a son who has Down syndrome; the role highlighted interpersonal dynamics among the young characters and marked Weinger's introduction to serialized storytelling.[17] Following Life Goes On, Weinger starred as Steve Taylor in the NBC sitcom The Family Man (1990–1991), appearing in 22 episodes. This appearance led to further opportunities, establishing him as a promising child performer.[9] As a child actor based initially in Florida before moving to Los Angeles, Weinger faced the typical challenges of the profession, including rigorous scheduling to accommodate on-set work with mandatory schooling requirements under child labor laws, often studying with tutors between takes to maintain academic progress.[5] His family's support was crucial in navigating these demands, allowing him to pursue acting without disrupting his education.[12]Voice acting in animation
Scott Weinger was cast as the speaking voice of Aladdin in Disney's 1992 animated feature film at the age of 16, after auditioning with a rendition of the song "Proud of Your Boy" from the film's soundtrack.[3] During recording sessions, which took place over several months, Weinger performed the dialogue in isolation from other cast members, a common practice in animation to allow for flexible character animation. The singing voice for Aladdin was provided by Brad Kane, whose vocals were blended seamlessly with Weinger's spoken lines to create a unified performance.[3][18] Weinger reprised his role as Aladdin in the Disney Channel animated television series Aladdin, which aired from 1994 to 1995 and featured 86 episodes of adventures in the kingdom of Agrabah.[19] He also returned for the direct-to-video sequels The Return of Jafar in 1994, where Aladdin confronts the villain's resurrection, and Aladdin and the King of Thieves in 1996, focusing on Aladdin's wedding and family revelations. These projects extended the character's popularity into a multimedia franchise, with Weinger's voice becoming synonymous with the street-smart hero. The Aladdin role significantly boosted Weinger's fame, introducing him to a global audience through one of Disney's highest-grossing animated films of the era and cementing his status as a prominent young voice actor.[3] For his performance, Weinger won the Saturn Award for Best Performance by a Younger Actor in 1993, recognizing his contribution to the film's success.[20]Live-action television roles
Weinger first achieved significant recognition for his portrayal of Steve Hale, D.J. Tanner's high school boyfriend and later college-bound love interest, on the ABC sitcom Full House. Introduced in season five as a recurring character, he was elevated to a series regular for seasons six and seven, appearing in a total of 54 episodes from 1991 to 1995, including a cameo in the season eight finale in 1995.[21][22] His Full House tenure overlapped with voice work on Disney's Aladdin, but Weinger balanced both by filming live-action scenes during breaks from animation recording sessions.[23] After Full House concluded, Weinger stepped back from acting to attend Harvard University, pursuing a degree in English, which limited his on-screen opportunities during his college years. He returned to television in smaller capacities, including a four-episode arc as Officer Rubin on the WB sitcom What I Like About You in 2006–2007.[12] In the same year, he made a guest appearance as the hapless Dr. Kershnar on an episode of NBC's Scrubs. Weinger later reprised the role of Steve Hale on the Netflix sequel series Fuller House from 2016 to 2020, initially as a recurring guest before becoming a main cast member for 53 episodes, marking a nostalgic return to his breakthrough character.Writing and production career
Transition from acting
Following his graduation from Harvard University in 1998 with an A.B. in English and a minor in French literature, Scott Weinger decided to pivot from acting toward a career in television writing, briefly considering journalism but ultimately declining an offer from the Columbia School of Journalism to focus on entertainment scripting.[12] This shift came amid a natural slowdown in his acting opportunities during the late 1990s, as he had prioritized his studies after the conclusion of major roles like those on Full House in 1995, limiting him primarily to voice work for the Aladdin animated series during college.[5] His Harvard education, emphasizing literary analysis and creative writing, provided a foundational influence on his emerging comedic style, equipping him with skills in narrative structure and humor that he later applied to script development.[8] Weinger's entry into writing began with initial staff positions in the early 2000s, including co-writing for the WB sitcom What I Like About You (2002) and securing his first solo credited role as a staff writer on the WB sitcom Like Family in 2003, where he contributed to episodes blending family dynamics and cultural humor.[1] This opportunity marked the start of his behind-the-scenes work, building on informal writing experiences from his academic years and allowing him to hone a voice suited to ensemble comedies.[2] Between 2000 and 2005, Weinger balanced emerging writing pursuits with residual acting commitments, continuing voice performances in animated projects, which provided financial stability while he established his new professional path.[1] This period of overlap enabled a gradual transition, as acting residuals from earlier successes supported his shift without abrupt cessation of on-camera work.[24]Key writing projects
Scott Weinger's writing career in television gained momentum in the mid-2010s, with notable contributions to comedic series that blended humor with character-driven narratives. One of his key projects was on the ABC musical comedy Galavant (2015–2016), where he penned two episodes that advanced the show's whimsical, song-filled storytelling. In season 1 episode "My Cousin Izzy," Weinger crafted a script involving Isabella's arranged marriage to her underage cousin Harry and the deepening alliance between Galavant and King Richard, incorporating musical numbers that heightened the episode's emotional and comedic stakes.[25] Similarly, in season 2's "About Last Knight," co-written with Luan Thomas, Julia Grob, and Joe Piarulli, Weinger helped develop plotlines exploring themes of regret and redemption through King Richard's backstory, featuring ensemble performances that underscored the series' satirical take on medieval tropes.[26] These episodes exemplified Weinger's ability to integrate dialogue, humor, and original songs by Alan Menken and Glenn Slater into cohesive, lighthearted adventures.[1] Weinger also made significant contributions to Black-ish (2014–2022), a critically acclaimed ABC sitcom examining modern African American family life. He wrote the season 1 episode "The Real World" (2015), which delved into racial dynamics as the Johnson family hosts a white exchange student, using sharp wit and relatable scenarios to highlight cultural tensions.[27] This script, directed by Victor Nelli Jr., featured standout performances from Anthony Anderson and Tracee Ellis Ross, earning praise for its timely social commentary while maintaining the show's family-centric humor. Weinger's work on Black-ish reflected his skill in scripting episodes that balanced entertainment with insightful explorations of identity and relationships.[1]Major production roles
Weinger transitioned into producing roles with significant contributions to the reboot series 90210 (2008–2013), where he served as a writer-producer from 2009 onward, helping oversee the development and management of the show's narrative arcs during its final seasons on The CW. The series, which ran for five seasons and 114 episodes, explored the lives of a new generation in Beverly Hills, and Weinger's involvement marked a key step in his behind-the-scenes career, building on his earlier writing experience.[12] Following 90210, Weinger took on producing duties for several ABC projects, including as supervising producer on the critically acclaimed family comedy Black-ish (2014–2015), where he contributed to the management of story development for 15 episodes in its early run. He also served as producer on the musical fantasy series Galavant (2015–2016), an Emmy-nominated show that blended comedy and Broadway-style numbers across 16 episodes, emphasizing innovative production elements like original songs and ensemble storytelling. These roles highlighted his expertise in overseeing creative teams and episode production for network television.[2] In more recent work, Weinger has continued as a producer on Hulu's drama Paradise (2025–), collaborating with showrunners like John Hoberg to manage the series' political thriller elements and multi-season arc, which earned him a 2025 Emmy nomination for his contributions.[28]Personal life
Marriage and relationships
Scott Weinger married television writer and producer Rina Mimoun in 2008.[29] The couple met through mutual industry connections in the early 2000s, with their relationship becoming romantic around 2006 after arranging a first date that nearly fell through due to a coworker's online research on Weinger.[30] Weinger and Mimoun have kept their marriage largely private, sharing few public details beyond occasional professional acknowledgments. Prior to his marriage to Mimoun, Weinger had no other documented marriages or notable public relationships.[31]Family and residence
Weinger and his wife, Rina Mimoun, welcomed their only child, son Mischa Weinger, in 2009.[32][33] The family resides in Los Angeles, California.[7] Weinger maintains a strong emphasis on family privacy, with no further children reported as of 2025.[34] Their household reflects Weinger's Ashkenazi Jewish heritage, integrated into family life alongside Mimoun's Moroccan Jewish background.[10]Filmography
Films
Scott Weinger's film career spans both live-action and voice acting, with a focus on animated Disney productions where he is best known for voicing the title character in Aladdin. His roles are listed below in chronological order, distinguishing between live-action appearances and voice work in feature and direct-to-video films.[1]| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach | Shark Attack Kid | Live-action |
| 1992 | Aladdin | Aladdin | Voice (animated feature) |
| 1994 | The Return of Jafar | Aladdin | Voice (animated direct-to-video) |
| 1996 | Aladdin and the King of Thieves | Aladdin | Voice (animated direct-to-video) |
| 2001 | Metropolis | Atlas | Voice (animated English dub) |
| 2003 | Shredder | Cole Davidson | Live-action |
| 2023 | Once Upon a Studio | Aladdin | Voice (animated short) |