Dave Coulier Beats Two Cancers Back-to-Back

Actor Dave Coulier has shared a significant health update, announcing his remission from two distinct cancer battles. The 66-year-old 'Full House' alum revealed his ongoing journey on 'Good Morning America,' stating, 'I'm in remission with both cancers and what a journey this has been.'

Coulier's health challenges began in November 2024 when he was diagnosed with stage three non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. He triumphantly announced he was cancer-free in March 2025. However, in December 2025, he received a new diagnosis of early-stage P16 carcinoma, also known as oropharyngeal tongue cancer. This was discovered during a routine PET scan and is entirely unrelated to his previous lymphoma.

Undergoing 35 radiation treatments, which concluded on December 31, 2025, Coulier highlighted the critical importance of early detection. He explained, 'Early detection saved my life, not just the first time but the second time as well.' He urged the public to stay vigilant with health check-ups, including colonoscopies, breast exams, and prostate exams.

Coulier described the radiation treatments as a 'whole different animal than chemo,' noting side effects such as nausea and pain. The experience has been emotionally and psychologically draining, significantly impacting his wife, Melissa. He acknowledged a 'silver lining,' as his previous cancer battle helped lead to the detection of the second. Coulier's mother and sister Sharon also died from breast cancer, and his sister Karen was battling cancer during his own journey.