Dave Coulier paid tribute to his late friend Bob Saget by sharing a moving voicemail from Saget before his death. During an episode of “Full House Rewind,” Coulier played the touching message for listeners, revealing that Saget was the first person to reach out to him when his brother passed away in 2021. The voicemail was described as an “audio hug,” showcasing the close bond between the two friends. Coulier emphasized the importance of showing compassion to loved ones, just as Saget had done for him.
Saget passed away at the age of 65 in January 2022 after being found unresponsive in his hotel room in Orlando, Florida. It was determined that he had experienced head trauma from an accidental fall. Former costars, including Coulier, John Stamos, Candace Cameron Bure, and Jodie Sweetin, mourned Saget during a private funeral service. Coulier, who had worked with Saget on Full House and the Fuller House reboot, has been open about the pain of losing his close friend. He shared during an appearance on Tamron Hall that his sobriety had been a helpful tool in coping with the grief of losing Saget.
Reflecting on the loss of both his brother and father, Coulier expressed how he had used humor as a coping mechanism. He recounted a joke he had made about picking the wrong time to stop drinking, despite being sober, in the midst of his losses. Coulier shared that his last interaction with Saget was through texting, where they were exchanging jokes and making each other laugh. The actor recalled telling Saget to have a great show that night as their final connection before Saget’s passing.
The voicemail played by Coulier during the episode of “Full House Rewind” showed Saget’s emotional response to Coulier’s loss and his offer to be there for him anytime. Saget’s message was filled with love and support for his friend during a difficult time. Coulier emphasized the importance of being there for loved ones and showing compassion, especially in times of grief and loss. The touching tribute to Saget shed light on the deep bond shared between the two friends and the impact of their friendship.
The loss of Saget has deeply affected those who knew and loved him, including Coulier, who has been vocal about his grief and the impact of losing such a close friend. Coulier’s candid reflections on his sobriety and coping mechanisms highlight the complexity of dealing with loss while also sharing the importance of support and compassion. The tribute to Saget through the voicemail and Coulier’s words serves as a reminder of the lasting impact of friendship and the importance of showing love and support to those who are grieving. The legacy of Saget lives on through the memories and connections shared with those who were lucky enough to know him.
