Dave Coulier Opens Up About Telling Wife of His Cancer Diagnosis. Dave Coulier is reflecting on his cancer diagnosis and the moment he shared the news with his wife, Melissa Coulier. The 65-year-old actor, known for his role in “Full House,” discussed his health update during an appearance on Blood Health, following the removal and biopsy of a lymph node.
“My wife called me just before the doctor did and mentioned she would be home in 20 minutes. Then the phone rang,” he recounted. “My doctor said, ‘We wish we had better news.’ At that moment, I thought, ‘Uh-oh, this isn’t going to be good.’ They informed me that I had non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, specifically an aggressive B-cell type, and that I needed to begin chemotherapy promptly.”
“It was overwhelming to process,” he added. “You never expect the word ‘cancer’ to be associated with you. I had about 15 minutes to gather my thoughts before my wife arrived. When I broke the news to her, it felt like I had struck her in the chest. We just embraced and cried together.”
Coulier mentioned that a peculiar sense of calm washed over him at that moment, and he aimed to remain hopeful regarding his diagnosis.
“I told her, ‘I believe there’s a silver lining. Perhaps I can help others by encouraging them to get early screenings.’ That thought provided me with stability,” he confessed. “If I was facing this challenge, maybe I could make a positive impact.”
In November 2024, Coulier disclosed his stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma diagnosis exclusively to PEOPLE, explaining that an upper respiratory infection had caused swelling in his lymph nodes, prompting him to seek medical attention.
“This has been a really fast roller-coaster ride of a journey,” he remarked at that time.
The actor noted that since his diagnosis, his wife has been diligent in ensuring he maintains a proper diet throughout his battle with the illness.
“She has created an entire nutrition plan for me,” Coulier shared with PEOPLE about Melissa, whom he wed in July 2014.
In an Instagram post dated November 13, Melissa shared insights into how she is supporting her husband during his health challenges. She stated, “We are concentrating on nourishing his body with whole, natural foods, eliminating refined sugars and processed items, spending time outdoors, and integrating infrared saunas, breathwork, and massages to enhance Dave’s strength and comfort.”
She further expressed, “Dave’s resilience motivates me daily, and together, we are committed to his recovery, ensuring we share plenty of laughter to uplift our spirits.”
In a January interview with WXYZ, Melissa acknowledged that her husband’s treatment has become increasingly challenging.
“He experiences some very difficult days, and as the chemotherapy builds up, it becomes progressively tougher,” she noted.
Nevertheless, the wellness instructor remarked that the comedian maintains his spirits through humor, which is beneficial during the more challenging times.
“He possesses such a positive outlook, which is essential for effectively battling this,” she remarked. “Every morning, if he feels up to it, we make it a point to play a song and have a little dance party with the dogs, because it’s important to celebrate those moments when you feel good.”
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