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Born Name:
David Alan Coulier
Born Date:
September 21, 1959
Born Place:
Detroit, Michigan
Died Date:
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Occupations:
Actor, stand-up comedian, impressionist
Brief Biography:
David Alan Coulier best known for his role as Joey Gladstone on the ABC sitcom Full House (1987–1995) and its spin-off Fuller House (2016–2020). Known for his "clean" comedy, impressions, and voice-over work, Coulier has had a long career in television and stand-up.
Early Life and Career:
Early Comedy: Started by using a public-address system in high school to impersonate the principal.
Move to LA: Moved to Los Angeles at age 19, performing at The Comedy Store alongside comedians like Jerry Seinfeld and Robin Williams.
Voice Work: Extensive voice credits include The Real Ghostbusters (Peter Venkman), Muppet Babies (Animal, Bunsen, Bean Bunny, Statler and Waldorf), and Scooby-Doo.
Hosting: Hosted Out of Control (Nickelodeon), America's Funniest People, and America's Most Talented Kid.
"Full House" and Beyond:
Joey Gladstone: Played the beloved "Uncle Joey" on Full House for eight seasons, famous for his "Cut it Out" catchphrase and impressions.
Post-Full House: Continued in television with roles in George and Leo and various hosting gigs.
Directing: Directed several episodes of Fuller House, earning a GLAAD Award nomination.
Podcast: Began hosting Full House Rewind in 2023.
Personal Life and Health:
Interests: An avid private pilot and ice hockey player.
Health: In October 2024, he was diagnosed with stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma, and later in 2025, a second cancer (p16 squamous carcinoma). He announced he had beaten the lymphoma by December 2025.
Grandfather: Became a grandfather in March 2025.