Full Housestar Dave Coulier shares that he has been diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.Coulier famously played Joey Gladstone, often referred to as Uncle Joey, who was one of the main characters throughout all ofFull House’s eight seasons. He later reprised the role when he joinedFuller House’s cast, where Joey was a recurring character. Joey’s catchphrase"Cut it out"became synonymous with Coulier and his career in television and comedy.
Coulier shared withPeoplethathe was diagnosed with stage 3 Non-Hodgkin lymphoma in Octoberfollowing an upper respiratory infection leading to swelling in his lymph nodes. As the swelling continued to worsen, Coulier’s doctors ordered PET and CAT scans, along with a biopsy, with these tests revealing the stage 3 cancer diagnosis. Two weeks after receiving the diagnosis, Coulier began chemotherapy, and worked with his loved ones and close friends in the medical field to form a plan, especially after his bone marrow test came back negative. Read Coulier’s comments below:
Three days later, my doctors called me back and they said, “We wish we had better news for you, but you have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma and it’s called B cell and it’s very aggressive.” I went from, I got a little bit of a head cold to I have cancer, and it was pretty overwhelming. This has been a really fast roller coaster ride of a journey.
We all kind of put our heads together and said, “Okay, where are we going?’ And they had a very specific plan for how they were going to treat this. At that point, my chances of curable went from something low to 90% range. And so that was a great day.
Coulier also discussed the importance of a positive attitude and what this means for his loved ones, including his wife and their son Luc, who will soon have his first child.
I looked at how those words affected [Melissa] and I thought, you know what, I’m going to be strong throughout this, not just for me, but I’m going to be strong for her.
When I first got the news, I was stunned, of course, because I didn’t expect it, and then reality settled in and I found myself remarkably calm with whatever the outcome was going to be. I don’t know how to explain it, but there was an inner calm about all of it, and I think that that’s part of what I’ve seen with the women in my family go through. They really instilled that in me and inspired me in a way because they were magnificent going through what they went through, and I just thought, “I’m okay with this too.” I’ve had an incredible life on a journey with incredible people around me and I’m okay. It does change perspective for sure.
I have my good days. I have my bad days. Some days are nauseous and dizzy, and then there’s other days where the steroids kick in, and I feel like I have a ton of energy. I actually skated yesterday with some friends here in Detroit. We just went and skated around and shot pucks, and it was wonderful just to be out there doing something that I love and just trying to stay focused on all the great stuff that I have in my life.
What This Means For Dave Coulier
He Is Dealing With The Diagnosis Through Treatment, Positivity, & Community
Coulier’s stage 3 cancer diagnosis is devastating news. However, it is highly encouraging that his bone marrow test came back negative, which significantly increases his chances of recovery.Coulier is doing everything he can to navigate this incredibly difficult situation, from beginning chemotherapy treatments after receiving the diagnosis to maintaining a positive outlook on life and being around his loved ones, who will soon grow in number with the addition of a grandchild.
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Hearing that he also went skating and shot hockey pucks with his friends is also promising. From his family and friends to theFull Housecast who loves Uncle Joey,Coulier is surrounded by a strong communitywho have already supported him through this deeply challenging time in life, and the support will likely only increase now that the diagnosis has been shared with the public. Coulier always brought positive comedy toFull House, and it is no surprise that he is still managing to be positive now.
Our Take On Dave Coulier’s Diagnosis And Comments
We Wish Him Only The Best
We are saddened and shocked to learn of Coulier’s diagnosisbut are relieved to hear of the promising steps he is taking toward recovery, and of the community that surrounds him. The diagnosis is even more disheartening after the loss ofFull House’s Bob Sagetin 2022, but there is no doubt that theFull Housecast, crew, and fanbase will rally around Coulier. We wish Coulier, his family, and his friends all the best as they move forward with treating his diagnosis.
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Full House (1987) is a family sitcom centered on Danny Tanner, a widowed father, who enlists his brother-in-law Jesse and best friend Joey to help raise his three young daughters in San Francisco. The series features themes of family, friendship, and humor, showcasing the everyday challenges and heartwarming moments as they navigate life together. Full House starred Bob Saget, John Stamos, and Dave Coulier.
