Dave Coulier appreciates his wife, Melissa Coulier, as he battles cancer. Reflecting on the time he shared the news of his illness with her, the Full House alum still remembers how shocked his wife was. Dave was diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma in October after suffering from a cold, and the doctor told him that he had an upper respiratory infection causing swelling in his lymph nodes.
Melissa and Dave tied the knot in July 2014 in Paradise Valley, Montana, where Melissa grew up. The couple met in 2005 at a restaurant in Montana and remained close friends until they married about a decade later. Dave and Melissa have faced several life challenges together, one of which includes Dave’s cancer journey and Melissa’s unwavering support during this period.
Dave Coulier’s wife, Melissa Coulier, had to go through all the motions of learning her husband had cancer
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Dave Coulier recently shared details about his journey during an appearance on Blood Health, recalling the life-changing phone call that confirmed his sickness. The 65-year-old recounted the emotional moment when he learned about his illness after undergoing a biopsy.
The reality of his diagnosis was overwhelming, as he had never thought he could ever be diagnosed with such. The time became the hardest 15 minutes of his life until his wife walked in through the door. Dave recalled that when he broke the news to her, it was as though he had punched her in the chest, and they “just held each other and cried.”
Cancer treatment and positivity
Walking through the process with his wife made it easier for Dave to be strong and prepared for what was ahead of him. He decided to help others, also encouraging them to get early screenings. He began to see his condition as an opportunity to make a difference.
Coulier publicly revealed his diagnosis in November 2024. Meanwhile, his wife, Melissa, has been a pillar of support throughout his journey. She has taken charge of his nutrition, ensuring that he follows a diet that strengthens his body during treatment. The actor is still in recovery and he is leveraging on every opportunity to create awareness about cancer.