Jodie Sweetin Opens Up About Bullying on the Full House Set in Recent Interview with Dave Coulier

In a candid and emotional interview with her former “Full House” co-star Dave Coulier, Jodie Sweetin shared a lesser-known aspect of her time on the beloved TV show: the bullying she experienced on set. Sweetin, who played the precocious middle child Stephanie Tanner, opened up about the challenges she faced behind the scenes of the hit sitcom.

Sweetin revealed that, despite the show’s wholesome family image and the strong bond she shared with her on-screen family, she often felt isolated and targeted by some of the cast and crew. “It wasn’t everyone, and it wasn’t all the time,” she explained, “but there were definitely moments where I felt like I was the odd one out, and it was tough.”

The actress, who joined the show at just five years old, said that being one of the youngest cast members made her more vulnerable to teasing and exclusion. “There were times when I felt like I wasn’t good enough or that I didn’t belong,” she recalled. “Some of the older kids could be really mean, and it affected my confidence.”

Uncle Joey Offers Comfort

Coulier, who played the lovable Uncle Joey, expressed his shock and sadness upon hearing about Sweetin’s experiences. “I had no idea you were going through that, Jodie,” he said during the interview. “I’m so sorry you had to deal with that on top of everything else.”

Sweetin acknowledged that the bullying contributed to her struggles with self-esteem and mental health later in life. “It definitely had a lasting impact on me,” she admitted. “I spent a long time trying to prove to myself and others that I was worth something.”