Dave Coulier Marks His 66th Birthday in Remission: A Celebration of Life, Love, and Resilience

Dave Coulier, best known to millions for his role as Joey Gladstone on Full House, is celebrating more than just another birthday this year—he’s celebrating life itself. After facing down Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, the beloved actor is officially in remission, and his wife Melissa honored the milestone with a moving tribute that left fans emotional.

On his 66th birthday, Melissa shared a heartfelt Instagram post filled with gratitude and love for her husband’s strength. “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. She urged fans to join her in wishing Dave well, sparking an outpouring of warm wishes and support.

A Difficult Diagnosis

Coulier first shared his cancer battle publicly in November 2024, revealing how what seemed like a simple cold quickly escalated into something far more serious. A sudden swelling in his groin led to tests and, ultimately, the shocking diagnosis of Stage 3 lymphoma.

Hearing the word cancer hit hard. “It never happens to you. You always hear about it happening to someone else,” Dave admitted. Yet, through the fear and uncertainty, he chose openness, keeping fans updated as he navigated chemotherapy, treatment, and recovery—with his trademark humor intact.

Support That Meant Everything

One of Dave’s greatest sources of comfort came from longtime friend and Full House co-star John Stamos. Still mourning the loss of Bob Saget, Stamos stood by Coulier unwaveringly. “We lost Bob, and I couldn’t bear losing Dave,” John shared. He often visited during treatments and even wore a bald cap in solidarity after Dave shaved his head, a gesture Coulier said was rooted in love and laughter—even if not everyone understood it.

A Joyful New Chapter

By March 2025, Coulier shared the news everyone had been hoping for: he was cancer-free. “One of the few times in my life when ‘zero’ has been a great number to hear,” he said of the biopsy confirming remission.

As if that weren’t enough joy, the same month, his family welcomed a new life. His son, Luc, and daughter-in-law, Alex, became parents to a baby boy, Chance Lee, on March 27, 2025. “It was really amazing,” Dave reflected. “We were like, ‘Oh, this is just too much!’”

Looking Ahead With Gratitude

Now, as he celebrates his 66th birthday surrounded by family—including his grandson—Coulier is embracing the future with renewed optimism. He’s easing back into public life, reconnecting with fans, and even planning projects with John Stamos, delighting Full House fans eager to see the duo together again.

Melissa’s birthday tribute perfectly captures this chapter of Dave’s life: one defined not only by survival, but also by love, resilience, and gratitude. From sitcom star to cancer survivor to proud grandfather, Dave Coulier continues to inspire with his humor, strength, and enduring spirit.