John Stamos is honoring his late friend, actor and comedian Bob Saget, with a heartfelt birthday tribute, sharing emotional words and personal memories that celebrate their close friendship. The simple, yet impactful, message reflects the actor’s continued remembrance of Saget and highlights the lasting impact of their bond four years after his passing.
On May 17, John Stamos took to Instagram and shared a series of photos to honor his late friend, Bob Saget, on what would have been the comedian’s 70th birthday.
The carousel included a clip of Saget singing and several photos of the two of them together throughout the years. The last slide was a group shot of Saget and Stamos with their wives, Kelly Rizzo and Catilin McHugh, respectively, posing in front of the ocean, with the words “LAST PIC” written over it.
“We used to throw each other great birthday parties. Your 70th today would’ve been epic! I miss you and love you,” Stamos wrote in the caption. Hundreds of comments flooded the actor’s post, with many remembering Saget and wishing him a happy birthday in heaven.
The Two Actors Had A Rocky Start To Their Friendship
While Stamos and Saget had been exceptionally close for decades before Saget’s passing, they weren’t always the best of friends. The two met on the set of the ABC sitcom “Full House,” where they played the roles of brothers-in-law: Stamos as Jesse Katsopolis and Saget as Danny Tanner. The series ran for eight seasons from 1987 to 1995.
In Stamos’ memoir, “If You Would Have Told Me,” released in 2023, he wrote that he didn’t think Saget was right for his role, despite knowing he was talented. In his mind, Saget was a comedian whose main goal was to make people laugh, while he preferred working seriously and breaking apart scenes. “Bob and I tolerate each other and attempt to avoid interfering with each other’s creative processes, though it can be challenging,” Stamos wrote.
The two grew close, however, when they learned to accept each other’s artistic styles and supported one another amid personal tragedies.
John Stamos And Bob Saget Developed A Friendship Beyond The Camera
After “Full House” ended, Stamos and Saget remained close friends, celebrating each other’s victories and supporting one another through tough times. When the former’s father passed away in 2001, Saget stepped up and comforted his friend’s family, even taking on the duty of hosting the funeral. Stamos noted that they were already close at that time, but what the comedian did for him “cemented” their friendship.
In 2009, Stamos received his star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and Saget attended the ceremony, offering some kind words for his friend. “You are so talented and so loving… I will always be there for you and for your family because you are my brother,” Saget said.
Moreover, they stood by each other through their respective divorces, health scares, and other hardships.
Inside Bob Saget’s Death In 2022
Saget died in January 2022 at 65 years old while on his comedy tour. He was discovered deceased in his hotel room with abrasions and hemorrhaging on his scalp. The medical examiner listed his official cause of death as blunt head trauma.
His family released a statement explaining his passing and said, “They have concluded that he accidentally hit the back of his head on something, thought nothing of it and went to sleep. No drugs or alcohol were involved.”
In 2023, Stamos recalled the moment he had confirmation that his friend had died. He was on a phone call with Saget’s wife, who was screaming. “I hit the ground in the parking lot and my knees slam down on the asphalt,” Stamos said.
John Stamos Consistently Honors Bob Saget On His Death Anniversary
Stamos posted moving tributes every year on Saget’s death anniversary. In 2023, he wrote about finding joy amid the grief. A year later, he got together with his fellow “Full House” castmates to remember Saget. In the caption, the actor said a part of him doesn’t want to get used to Saget’s absence, but he knows his friend would want him to move on and live his life.
In January 2026, Stamos shared a series of his favorite photos with Saget, writing, “Missing Bob feels like standing in a quiet room after the laughter stops. Your ears still ring with what was there, but the sound is gone.”
