'Full House' Actress Lori Loughlin and Husband Mossimo Giannulli Separate After 27 Years – Details

After more than two decades together, the actress and the fashion designer are at a turning point, and a representative has revealed how they're moving forward.

Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli have officially separated, as reported by People on October 2, 2025. The couple, who share daughters Olivia Jade and Isabella Rose Giannulli, are spending time apart as they navigate this new chapter.

"They are living apart and taking a break from their marriage. There are no legal proceedings at this time," said Loughlin's representative, Elizabeth Much.

Reactions online reflect a mix of cynicism and sympathy. On Instagram, one netizen wrote, "Too bad. So sad." Another asked, "Is it because the college scandal?.. has that been brewing for years?"

On Facebook, speculation deepened. "Might have been the ultimate fallout from the college scandal," a fourth added. "People grow and change and don't always find themselves wanting the same thing anymore," another mused.

Some questioned whether Loughlin's legal challenges had finally caught up with her marriage, while others weren't the least bit surprised. A few believed the couple had already gone their separate ways, and others dismissed the news as just another Hollywood split.

The separation became public shortly after Loughlin was spotted dining in West Hollywood with actor James Tupper. The two were seen deep in conversation and sharing a brief hug outside The Bird Streets Club, a private haunt for the city's elite.

A representative for Loughlin later described the outing as strictly friendly, noting that she and Tupper have worked together in the past, including co-starring in the 2023 films "A Christmas Blessing" and "Fall Into Winter."

Their personal lives had already been under the national microscope years earlier, when both became embroiled in the 2019 college admissions bribery scandal.

Prosecutors revealed they had paid $500,000 to secure their daughters' entry into the University of Southern California (USC) as rowing recruits, despite neither girl participating in the sport. The case was part of a sweeping federal crackdown that implicated more than 50 parents, coaches, and university officials.

Both Loughlin and Giannulli pleaded guilty. Loughlin served two months in prison at the Federal Correctional Institution in Dublin, California, and was released in December 2020. Her sentence also included two years of supervised release, 100 hours of community service, and a $150,000 fine.

At a virtual sentencing hearing, Loughlin acknowledged that she had knowingly participated in a scheme intended to give her daughters an unfair edge in the college admissions process.

She admitted that, although she believed she was acting out of love, the choice ultimately compromised her values and diminished her daughters' accomplishments.

She also recognized the broader societal impact of her actions, noting that her decision had contributed to existing inequalities. As she neared the end of her statement, Loughlin grew emotional, expressing regret for her choices and emphasizing her desire to take responsibility and move forward.

The TV personality told the court, "I am truly, profoundly and deeply sorry...I'm ready to face the consequences and make amends."

Meanwhile, Giannulli reported to prison in November 2020, serving five months at the Federal Correctional Complex in Lompoc, California, before being released to community confinement in April 2021. His sentence also included two years of supervised release, 250 hours of community service, and a $250,000 fine.

Long before their legal unraveling, the couple had been held up as a picture of Hollywood resilience. The "Full House" actress married Giannulli, a fashion designer, in 1997.

In a 2016 interview with Closer Weekly, Loughlin spoke openly about the strength of their marriage. "I've been married for 18 years! I always [knew] I was in it for the long haul." she said.

She reflected on the importance of choosing peace over pride, sharing that knowing when to let things go had been essential. "Just always remember to pay attention to your partner and pick and choose your battles carefully," Loughlin noted. "Don't sweat the small stuff, let it slide."

She also stressed the value of carving out dedicated time together amid their demanding schedules. Loughlin revealed that she and Giannulli made a ritual of reserving Friday evenings for dinner dates way to catch up and reconnect at the end of each week.