The beloved sitcom brought joy to millions, but behind the scenes, things weren’t always as picture-perfect as they seemed. In a newly released memoir by John Stamos, the actor pulls back the curtain on a surprising feud with his co-star Bob Saget, revealing tensions that existed even amidst their iconic TV family dynamic.
When began filming in the late 1980s, Stamos admitted he was skeptical about Saget’s transition from stand-up comedy to acting.
“Bob is the humblest egomaniac I’ve ever met,” Stamos writes, adding that Saget’s unique blend of charm and insecurity initially made him hard to read. Adding to the tension was Saget’s jealousy over Stamos’ close friendship with co-star Dave Coulier, creating a palpable divide among the trio in their early days.As if the Saget-Stamos feud wasn’t enough, Stamos faced other frustrations. Early in the show’s run, he doubted its success and even considered quitting. “This thing will crash and burn,” he once thought after the pilot episode. Adding to the stress, the Olsen twins—who played Michelle Tanner—were nearly fired after their constant crying on set tested Stamos’ patience.
Despite these hurdles, the cast forged ahead, and the show grew into a cultural phenomenon.With time, the tension between Saget and Stamos eased. Stamos credits their shared struggles, both personal and professional, for bringing them closer. “We’re no longer just co-stars. We’re brothers,” he recalls, noting how they bonded over their shared fears and frustrations. Their evolving relationship paralleled their characters’ arcs, mirroring the heartfelt moments that endeared fans to Jesse and Danny.
Reflecting on his journey, Stamos now views the show as more than just a sitcom. “I finally get it. It’s more than a show. It’s a family,” he writes, capturing the nostalgia that fans feel. His renewed perspective highlights how the experience of shaped not just his career but also his life.
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