Scott Weinger
Biography
Scott Eric Weinger, born October 5, 1975, in New York City, is an American actor and screenwriter. He is most widely recognized as the speaking voice of Aladdin in Walt Disney Pictures’ animated feature Aladdin. He later reprised that role in two direct‑to‑video sequels, in the Disney Channel television series, and in the Kingdom Hearts video‑game series. On live‑action television he is known for portraying Steve, D.J. Tanner’s boyfriend, on the sitcom Full House for several seasons. In addition to acting, Weinger writes for television, contributing scripts in both comedy and drama formats. His career includes credits across film and television, totaling thirty‑nine listed roles.
Career overview
Scott Eric Weinger, born on October 5, 1975 in New York City, is an American actor and screenwriter. He first achieved widespread recognition as the speaking voice of Aladdin in Walt Disney’s animated feature film Aladdin. Following the success of the original movie, Weinger returned to voice the character in two direct‑to‑video sequels, contributed the voice for the Disney Channel television series adaptation, and reprised the role in the Kingdom Hearts video‑game series. In addition to his voice work, he is well known for his live‑action performance as Steve, the boyfriend of D.J. Tanner, on the television sitcom Full House, a role he played for several seasons.
Beyond his acting credits, which total thirty‑nine entries according to the Movie Database, Weinger has pursued a career in writing. He is currently active as a television writer, creating material for both comedy and drama formats. His professional activities therefore span voice acting in major animated productions, recurring on‑screen roles in a popular family sitcom, and ongoing work behind the scenes as a screenwriter for television.
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- Paradise: Official Podcast (2026) as Self
- Paradise (2025) Writer
- Paradise (2025) Co-Executive Producer
- Once Upon a Studio (2023) as Aladdin (voice)
- Who Wants to Be a Millionaire (2020) as Self - Phone a Friend
- Fuller House (2016) as Steve Hale
- The Muppets (2015) Writer
- Galavant (2015) Supervising Producer
- Galavant (2015) Writer
- The Neighbors (2012) Writer
- 90210 (2008) Writer
- 90210 (2008) Co-Producer
- 90210 (2008) Producer
- Privileged (2008) Writer
- Farce of the Penguins (2006) as Horny Penguin (voice)
- Jasmine's Enchanted Tales: Journey of a Princess (2005) as Aladdin (voice)
- Disney Princess Sing Along Songs, Vol. 2 - Enchanted Tea Party (2005) as Aladdin (speaking voice)
- Like Family (2003) Writer
- Shredder (2003) as Cole Davidson
- What I Like About You (2002) as Officer Rubin
- What I Like About You (2002) Writer
- Mickey's House of Villains (2002) as Aladdin (voice)
- Disney's House of Mouse (2001) as Aladdin (voice)
- Scrubs (2001) as Dr. Kershnar
- Mickey's Magical Christmas: Snowed in at the House of Mouse (2001) as Aladdin (voice)
- Hercules (1998) as Aladdin (voice)
- Aladdin and the King of Thieves (1996) as Aladdin (voice)
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- Aladdin's Arabian Adventures: Fearless Friends (1996) as Aladdin (voice)
- Aladdin on Ice (1995) as Aladdin (voice) (uncredited)
- Aladdin's Arabian Adventures: Creatures of Invention (1995) as Aladdin (voice)
- Disney Princess Collection: Jasmine's Enchanted Tales - The Greatest Treasure (1995) as Aladdin (voice)
- Aladdin (1994) as Aladdin (voice)
- The Return of Jafar (1994) as Aladdin (voice)
- The Shaggy Dog (1994) as Wilby Daniels
- Walker, Texas Ranger (1993) as Bradley Roberts
- Aladdin (1992) as Aladdin (voice)
- Eerie, Indiana (1991) as Eddie
- The Family Man (1990) as Steve Taylor
- America's Funniest Home Videos (1989) as Self
- Life Goes On (1989)
- Police Academy 5: Assignment Miami Beach (1988) as Shark Attack Kid
- Hemingway (1988) as Patrick Hemingway
- Full House (1987) as Steve Hale
- Full House (1987) as Steve Peters