In a heartfelt revelation, Dave Coulier, best known for his role as Uncle Joey in the beloved television series “Full House,” has shared that he has been diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, a serious form of blood cancer. During an emotional interview on the "Today" show, the comedian disclosed his diagnosis, which occurred just five weeks ago.

Coulier, 63, candidly discussed the rollercoaster of emotions he has faced since the diagnosis. “In that time I’ve had three surgeries, I’ve had chemo, I’ve lost a little bit of hair,” he remarked humorously, jokingly calling himself a “baby bird” as he patted his head. He has been diagnosed with B cell lymphoma, which he described as “aggressive.”

The actor noticed rapid swelling in his groin area, describing it as akin to feeling a “golf ball.” This alarming symptom led him to seek medical attention, and after a biopsy confirmed the cancer, he was thrust into immediate chemotherapy treatment. “They said, ‘You know, we wish we had better news for you, but you have B cell lymphoma; we need to get you into chemotherapy right away,’” Coulier recounted.

According to the American Cancer Society, non-Hodgkin lymphoma is relatively common in the United States, accounting for approximately 4% of all cancers. Fortunately, despite the stage of his cancer, tests on Coulier's bone marrow showed that it had not spread, significantly increasing his chances of recovery to over 90%. "At that point, the curability rate went up,” he emphasized, expressing hope and relief.

Coulier was alone at home when he received the distressing news. When he shared it with his wife, Melissa, she initially thought he was joking, responding, “Quit making jokes.” As he navigates this challenge, he is determined to remain active and maintain a positive outlook, drawing from his passion for hockey. The actor mentioned that preemptively shaving his head has even helped him fit better into his hockey helmet and feel “more aerodynamic on the ice.”

As he prepares for another round of chemotherapy this week, Coulier continues to express his optimism and fight against this diagnosis. He is committed to his treatment regimen and hopes to achieve full remission by February. Fans and friends alike are rallying around the beloved star during this challenging time, showing that the strength of support can make all the difference in a person's battle against cancer.

Coulier’s journey is a poignant reminder of the importance of health awareness and early detection in the fight against cancer. His resilience is an inspiration to many, proving that laughter and positivity can shine even in the darkest of times.