Andrea Barber Understands Why Bob Saget Was ‘Embarrassed’ by “Full House”’s Danny Tanner

Andrea Barber’s Insight into Bob Saget’s Feelings Towards Full House Character

In a recent episode of the podcast “How Rude, Tanneritos!”, Full House co-stars Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin spoke candidly about their late colleague Bob Saget. The duo delved into the complex relationship Saget had with his character, Danny Tanner, on the iconic show “Full House”.

Bob Saget, who passed away in 2022 at the age of 65, famously portrayed the role of Danny Tanner, the loving father figure to three girls. Sweetin, who played Stephanie, and Barber, who portrayed Kimmy Gibbler, reflected on their experiences filming the series and watching Saget on screen.

Barber expressed how they are now getting to see a different side of Bob Saget, beyond his clean-cut TV persona. She mentioned, “We’re finally getting to see Bob as America has seen him, as America’s dad. We just know him as Bob. He’s the dirty-mouth comedian. There’s nothing like him.”

It was revealed that Saget, a stand-up comedian before and after his time on Full House, had a more adult comedic style that contrasted sharply with his family-friendly image as Danny Tanner. Sweetin shared, “Bob kind of struggled with that title… it was really frustrating for him as a comic because we all know how Bob’s comedy is.”

As they revisited old Full House episodes, Barber noted instances where the portrayal of Danny Tanner’s cleanliness and neatness may have felt exaggerated. She empathized with Saget’s potential embarrassment, saying, “Sometimes they took the cleaning Danny Tanner, clean freak thing too far.” Sweetin added, “All of us went through that.”

The discussion touched upon how Saget grappled with balancing his stand-up comedy roots with the wholesome image of Danny Tanner. Sweetin pointed out the challenge of transitioning from a funny comedian to a beloved TV dad, highlighting the complexities Saget faced in being perceived in different lights.

Despite the struggles, Sweetin mentioned that with age and perspective, Saget grew more comfortable embracing his role as America’s dad. She acknowledged his journey towards accepting that his true self encompassed both his comedic side and his family-oriented persona.

The legacy of Full House continues to resonate with fans, as the show ran from 1987 to 1995 and gained a new generation of viewers through syndication. The revival series, “Fuller House”, which aired on Netflix from 2016 to 2020, saw Saget reprising his role alongside his former co-stars in a new dynamic as the parental figures.

In reflecting on his time with the cast, Saget once credited his younger co-stars for being the heart of the show, praising their talent and the genuine connection that translated on screen. Despite the challenges Saget may have faced, he cherished the experience of being a part of a show that left a lasting impact on audiences.

As the podcast episode shed light on the personal struggles and growth of Bob Saget, it offered fans a deeper insight into the man behind the beloved character of Danny Tanner. Barber and Sweetin’s reflections provided a poignant tribute to their co-star, showcasing the complexities of navigating fame and identity in the entertainment industry.