The 'Full House' Cast Then and Now: Where D.J., Stephanie, Michelle, and the Rest of the Tanner Family Are Today — Photos

A rare appearance by Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen has longtime "Full House" fans revisiting the beloved sitcom — and wondering where the Tanner family is today.

Since "Full House" premiered in 1987, its cast has taken remarkably different paths. One recent family celebration, however, reminded fans of the stars who have become the hardest to spot.

While a rare appearance by two of the show's most iconic cast members has everyone talking, they're far from the only familiar faces whose lives have changed since leaving the Tanner household.

Some remained in Hollywood, others quietly built new lives, and a few reached milestones longtime viewers may not expect.

From D.J. Tanner to Uncle Jesse and beyond, here's where the beloved "Full House" cast is today — and why one long-awaited reunion has fans looking back.

Candace Cameron Bure as D.J. Tanner

Candace Cameron Bure has remained one of the busiest members of the "Full House" cast since playing the show's eldest daughter.

According to IMDb, Bure was just 10 years old when she was cast as D.J. Tanner. The role launched her career and later brought her back to television in Netflix's "Fuller House," where she reprised the character for five seasons.

Her work has continued well beyond the Tanner household.

In 2022, People reported that Bure joined Great American Media, where she stars in and executive produces original films. Her first project with the network was the holiday movie "A Christmas … Present."

Her family has also celebrated a major milestone. In May 2026, the same media outlet said that Bure and her husband, former NHL player Valeri Bure, are preparing to become grandparents after their daughter Natasha and her husband, actor Bradley Steven Perry, announced they are expecting their first child.

Jodie Sweetin as Stephanie Tanner

Jodie Sweetin says she'll always be Stephanie Tanner — and she's learned to embrace it.

Speaking with People in July 2025, Sweetin said she has grown comfortable with the lasting connection fans have to her character.

"I will be Stephanie Tanner forever," she told the magazine. "And I've come to be really okay with that over the last 20 years." Sweetin has also spoken openly about the challenges she faced after "Full House" ended.

In a separate interview, she reflected on her struggles with addiction, explaining that recovery became part of her public story because audiences had watched her grow up on television.

Today, Sweetin continues acting while remaining appreciative of the sitcom that introduced her to millions of viewers. Her openness about both her career and personal life has made her one of the cast's most candid voices.

That enduring connection among the cast became especially meaningful after they experienced an unimaginable loss.

Bob Saget as Danny Tanner

Bob Saget became television's favorite dad as Danny Tanner, but the relationships he built with his castmates extended well beyond the set of "Full House."

Years after the sitcom ended, Saget married television host Kelly Rizzo. According to People, the couple tied the knot in October 2018 during a ceremony in Santa Monica, California.

Sadly, tragedy struck on January 9, 2022, when Saget died at age 65.

The outlet later reported that he had suffered blunt head trauma following an unwitnessed fall, news that stunned his family, friends, fellow actors, and generations of fans.

The cast's grief was captured in a heartfelt tribute shared by John Stamos on Instagram shortly after Saget's death.

Reflecting on their decades together, the statement began:

"Thirty-five years ago, we came together as a TV family, but we became a real family."

The tribute described Saget as "a brother to us guys, a father to us girls and a friend to all of us" before ending with a simple reminder: "Hug the people you love. No one gave better hugs than Bob."

The message reflected what viewers had long believed — that the bond among the "Full House" cast continued long after filming wrapped.

John Stamos as Jesse Katsopolis

Stamos became one of "Full House"'s biggest breakout stars as Jesse Katsopolis, the motorcycle-riding uncle whose love of music and family made him a fan favorite.

According to IMDb, Stamos had already found success on "General Hospital" before joining "Full House" in 1987. During the sitcom's run, he also asked the show's writers to change his character's surname from Cochran to Katsopolis to reflect his Greek heritage.

Stamos continued acting after the series ended while expanding his career into music and Broadway. He has also maintained a close relationship with his former castmates, often sharing memories of their time together and honoring Saget's legacy.

Away from Hollywood, fatherhood became one of his biggest milestones.

People reported in 2018 that Stamos and his wife, Caitlin McHugh, welcomed their son, William Christopher "Billy" Stamos. Announcing the birth on Instagram, Stamos wrote that Billy was named after his late father and called his wife and son "the best part of me."

As Stamos embraced a new chapter with his growing family, another beloved cast member was facing a very different personal journey.

Dave Coulier as Joey Gladstone

Dave Coulier spent years making audiences laugh as Joey Gladstone, but one of his most recent updates had fans celebrating for a different reason.

According to the same publication, Coulier announced in February 2026 that he was in remission after undergoing treatment for tongue cancer. The encouraging news came less than a year after he shared that he was cancer-free following treatment for Stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma.

Reflecting on his recovery during an appearance on "Good Morning America," Coulier described the experience as "a roller coaster ride," adding that he was grateful to be in remission from both cancers.

Long before those health battles, Coulier celebrated another milestone when he married photographer and producer Melissa Bring in 2014.

People described the Montana celebration as a week filled with love, laughter, family, and appearances from several "Full House" cast members, including Saget.

Andrea Barber as Kimmy Gibbler

Andrea Barber turned Kimmy Gibbler into one of television's most memorable neighbors, but her life after "Full House" took a different direction.

According to IMDb, Barber attended graduate school at the University of York in England after earning her degree from Whittier College. Rather than continuing to pursue acting full-time, she eventually built a career beyond Hollywood.

Today, Barber describes herself on Instagram as a writer and podcaster while continuing to celebrate the legacy of "Full House" with longtime fans.

She also enjoyed a full-circle moment during "Fuller House." People noted that Barber's daughter, Felicity, appeared in an episode alongside the daughters of Bure and Sweetin, allowing the next generation of their families to share the screen together.

Not everyone from the Tanner family remained in the public eye. Two of the sitcom's biggest stars became so private that a simple family celebration made headlines.

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen as Michelle Tanner

For years, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have largely stayed out of the public eye, making even a simple family gathering a rare event for fans.

That changed when the sisters attended their brother Trent Olsen's wedding in the Hollywood Hills.

According to an ABC News Instagram post, the celebration brought together much of the Olsen family, including their sister Elizabeth and her husband Robbie Arnett, Ashley's husband Louis Eisner, and their half-siblings Courtney and Jake.

Because the twins rarely appear in public, photos from the wedding quickly spread across social media, where fans welcomed the chance to see them together again.

On Facebook, one commenter wrote, "The twins are starting to look like themselves again... good for them!!" Another added, "That must have been a really special family moment. They keep such a low profile, so it was nice to see them there supporting their brother."

The excitement extended to other platforms as well. On Reddit, one fan wrote, "Awww they look great!" while TikTok commenters shared messages including, "Awe they look amazing 🥺" and "They look good."

Although many viewers still remember them as Michelle, the sisters have spent years building a different kind of career.

According to The Row's official website, they founded the luxury fashion house in 2005, focusing on timeless designs, exceptional fabrics, and meticulous craftsmanship.

Their personal lives have also remained largely private. According to TMZ in 2023, Ashley welcomed her first child, a son named Otto, with her husband, Louis.

Meanwhile, Page Six stated that Mary-Kate married French banker Olivier Sarkozy in 2015. She entered her first marriage, while Olivier, the half-brother of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy, had two children from a previous marriage.

Lori Loughlin as Rebecca Donaldson Katsopolis

Lori Loughlin became a fan favorite as Rebecca Donaldson Katsopolis, better known to viewers as Aunt Becky.

According to IMDb, Loughlin continued acting after "Full House," earning credits in series including "Summerland" and "When Calls the Heart." Her life away from the screen also drew national attention.

In May 2020, Loughlin pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit wire and mail fraud in connection with the nationwide college admissions bribery scheme, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.

In August of that year, she was sentenced to two months in prison, two years of supervised release, a $150,000 fine, and 100 hours of community service.

Her husband, fashion designer Mossimo Giannulli, pleaded guilty to related charges and received a five-month prison sentence, two years of supervised release, a $250,000 fine, and 250 hours of community service.

The Justice Department said the couple admitted to paying $500,000 to secure the fraudulent admission of their two daughters to the University of Southern California as purported athletic recruits.

More recently, Loughlin's personal life changed again.

In 2025, People confirmed that she and Giannulli had separated after nearly 28 years of marriage. The couple share daughters Isabella and Olivia.

Although her life has taken several unexpected turns since "Full House" ended, Loughlin remains closely associated with Aunt Becky, one of the sitcom's most recognizable characters.

Blake and Dylan Tuomy-Wilhoit as Nicky and Alex Katsopolis

Blake and Dylan Tuomy-Wilhoit were toddlers when they joined "Full House" as Jesse and Becky's twin sons, Nicky and Alex. Today, the twins have taken different career paths.

Dylan's Instagram profile describes him as a Foley artist and sound designer, reflecting his behind-the-scenes work in the entertainment industry.

Blake, meanwhile, took a different path before returning to acting. He previously shared on Instagram that he had worked as a firefighter, writing that he would "never forget" what he learned, the colleagues who taught him, and the emergencies he witnessed.

"This world wouldn't be the same without the men and women that still fight our fires and respond to the many many medical calls to make our communities safer. Thank you first responders for all you do," he wrote.

His biography later credits him with roles in "FBI" and "Beyond White Space." Blake was also previously married to Hye Rim Choi; they married in July 2019, and she filed for divorce in 2024.

Like many of their former castmates, the twins found fulfilling careers beyond childhood acting while remaining part of one of television's most beloved families.

Nearly 40 years after "Full House" first premiered, the cast continues to spark the same affection that made the series a classic.

From Bure's growing family and Coulier's encouraging health update to the Olsen twins' rare public appearance, the latest photos show just how much the Tanner family has changed — while reminding fans why they'll always feel like family.