Dave Coulier Celebrates Remission and a Joyful New Chapter at 66
Dave Coulier, best known for his beloved role as Joey Gladstone on Full House, has reached a moving milestone: celebrating his 66th birthday in remission from Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma. His wife, Melissa Coulier, marked the occasion with a deeply emotional Instagram tribute that resonated with fans everywhere.
“This year’s turn feels like the luckiest rotation yet! You’re still here, the brightest light defying the dark. Forever grateful. Love you more than anything DB @dcoulier!” she wrote. Melissa encouraged followers to join her in honoring Dave’s birthday, and the post quickly filled with thousands of supportive comments and heartfelt messages.
A Difficult Journey
Coulier first revealed his cancer diagnosis in November 2024 on the Today show, recalling how what seemed like a simple cold soon revealed something far more serious: a swollen lump in his groin. The subsequent Stage 3 diagnosis was life-altering.
“It never happens to you. You always hear about it happening to someone else,” Dave reflected. But instead of retreating, he chose transparency, sharing his treatment updates and leaning on his trademark humor to get through even the darkest days.
One of his strongest pillars of support came from longtime friend and Full House co-star John Stamos. Having already mourned the loss of Bob Saget, Stamos stood firmly by Coulier’s side, vowing he “couldn’t bear losing Dave.” From frequent visits to wearing a bald cap in solidarity during chemo, Stamos brought both comfort and laughter—something Dave insists helped him more than critics realized.
Remission and Renewal
In March 2025, Coulier brought fans the news everyone had been hoping for: a biopsy confirmed he was cancer-free. “One of the few times in my life when ‘zero’ has been a great number to hear,” he said with relief and gratitude.
That same month, joy multiplied in the Coulier family with the birth of his grandson, Chance Lee, born to his son Luc and daughter-in-law Alex. “It was really amazing,” Dave said with a smile. “We were like, ‘Oh, this is just too much!’”
Looking Ahead
Now in remission and surrounded by love from family and friends, Dave is embracing life with fresh purpose. He has returned to public appearances, is reconnecting with fans, and even planning new projects with John Stamos—a thrilling prospect for Full House devotees.
Melissa’s birthday tribute perfectly captured this new chapter: one filled with gratitude, resilience, and love. From actor to survivor to proud grandfather, Dave Coulier’s journey is a testament to strength, humor, and hope against all odds.