Dave Coulier's Tongue Cancer Now in Remission

The Full House star announced his diagnosis in late 2025 and has since completed treatment.

Feb. 4, 2026 at 3:07pm

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Dave Coulier, the actor best known for his role on the sitcom Full House, has announced that his tongue cancer is now in remission, just four months after his initial diagnosis. Coulier, 66, had previously battled stage III non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2024 and 2025 before being diagnosed with the rare oropharyngeal tongue cancer late last year.

Why it matters

Coulier's openness about his cancer journey has helped raise awareness about these types of rare cancers, which can be difficult to detect and treat. His experience also highlights the emotional and psychological toll that cancer can take, not just on the patient but on their loved ones as well.

The details

Coulier was diagnosed with HPV-related oropharyngeal tongue cancer in October 2025, just months after being declared cancer-free from his previous battle with non-Hodgkin lymphoma. The actor underwent 35 radiation treatments to treat the new cancer, which he described as a "whole different animal" compared to chemotherapy. Despite the challenges, Coulier maintained a positive attitude throughout his treatment, even finding moments of joy like daily dance parties with his wife and dogs.

  • Coulier was diagnosed with stage III non-Hodgkin lymphoma in November 2024.
  • He was declared cancer-free in March 2025 after several rounds of chemotherapy.
  • Coulier was diagnosed with oropharyngeal tongue cancer in October 2025.
  • He announced that his tongue cancer was in remission in February 2026, just four months after his diagnosis.

The players

Dave Coulier

A 66-year-old actor best known for his role as Joey Gladstone on the sitcom Full House. Coulier has battled both non-Hodgkin lymphoma and oropharyngeal tongue cancer in recent years.

Melissa Bring

Coulier's wife, who has been supportive of him throughout his cancer journey, including organizing daily dance parties to lift his spirits.

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What they’re saying

“It's been a roller-coaster ride for sure. I'm in remission with both cancers. And what a journey this has been.”

— Dave Coulier (Good Morning America)

“To go through chemotherapy and feel that relief of, 'Whoa, it's gone.' And then to get a test that says, 'Well now you've got another kind of cancer,' it is a shock to the system.”

— Dave Coulier (Today Show)

What’s next

Coulier will continue to be monitored by his medical team to ensure the cancer does not return.

The takeaway

Coulier's experience highlights the importance of early detection and the resilience required to overcome multiple cancer diagnoses. His openness about his journey has helped raise awareness and provide inspiration for others facing similar challenges.