Dave Coulier is bravely facing his battle with cancer, and he’s finding support in the most unexpected places, particularly from his longtime friend and fellow actor John Stamos. Recently, Coulier showcased his freshly shaved head on Instagram, a change that comes just days after he revealed his diagnosis of stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a type of blood cancer.
In a series of photos shared by Stamos, the two friends happily sport shaved heads. Stamos humorously donned a bald cap to express his solidarity with Coulier. One image captures the moment as Stamos helps Coulier buzz his hair, while another shows Stamos and Coulier’s wife, Melissa, affectionately kissing his head.
Stamos took to Instagram to praise Coulier’s fighting spirit, saying, “You’re handling this with so much strength and positivity— it’s inspiring. I know you’re going to get through this, and I’m proud to stand with you every step of the way. I love you.”
Coulier, renowned for his role as Uncle Joey on the iconic sitcom “Full House” and its reboot “Fuller House,” first announced his cancer diagnosis a week ago. He shared details of his journey, which has included multiple surgeries, chemotherapy, and the inevitable hair loss that comes with treatment. Reflecting on this challenging time, he described the experience as a “rollercoaster ride.”
In a lighthearted moment amidst the serious nature of his diagnosis, Coulier joked about his buzz cut, calling it a “preemptive strike” against hair loss and quipped that it makes his hockey helmet fit better, saying, “I’m more aerodynamic on the ice.”
Coulier’s sense of humor and the unwavering support from friends like Stamos are truly inspirational. His openness about his journey may encourage others facing similar battles to find strength within themselves and lean on their loved ones for support. Amidst the challenges, it’s clear that hope and friendship continue to shine brightly in Coulier’s life.