John Stamos paid tribute to his late friend and Full House co-star Bob Saget during a special evening celebrating Saget’s lasting impact on scleroderma research. The actor received the Bob Saget Legacy Award at the Scleroderma Research Foundation’s annual Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine fundraiser on October 13, 2026, in Beverly Hills, California.
The occasion brought several familiar faces from Full House back together. Candace Cameron Bure, Jodie Sweetin, and Lori Loughlin joined Stamos at the event, showing their support for the actor and the cause that meant so much to Saget.
The evening was a combined comedy, fundraising, and heartfelt memory. More importantly, it highlighted how a personal loss inspired years of work to support people affected by a serious disease.
John Stamos Receives the Bob Saget Legacy Award
The Bob Saget Legacy Award recognizes people who use their public platforms to raise awareness and support research into scleroderma.
Stamos received the honor at the 2026 Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine event, which supports the Scleroderma Research Foundation (SRF). According to the foundation’s official announcement, the fundraiser raised $1,077,000 for research and patient education.
For Stamos, the recognition carried a personal meaning because of his long friendship with Saget.
In comments reported by People, Stamos reflected on the difference between simply remembering someone and continuing the work they cared about during their lifetime.
He explained that Saget’s contribution went beyond his television career. The late comedian helped build support for a cause that affected his own family, creating a lasting impact on patients and research.
Stamos’s award therefore recognized more than a friendship between two actors. It celebrated his commitment to helping preserve Saget’s charitable legacy.
Full House Stars Show Support for John Stamos
The ceremony also offered a nostalgic moment for fans of the popular family sitcom Full House.
Candace Cameron Bure, who played D.J. Tanner, attended alongside Jodie Sweetin, known for playing Stephanie Tanner, and Lori Loughlin, who portrayed Becky Katsopolis.
Stamos became a household name through his role as Jesse Katsopolis, the music-loving uncle who helped raise the Tanner children. The cast’s reunion demonstrated that their connections have continued well beyond the show’s original run.
Their appearance also brought attention to a shared history built around years of working together and supporting one another.
Dave Coulier Sends a Personal Message
Another familiar member of the Full House family, Dave Coulier, contributed a prerecorded video message.
Coulier played Joey Gladstone, Jesse’s close friend and fellow member of the Tanner household. Although he could not attend the event in person, his message congratulated Stamos on receiving the award.
Coulier also expressed his affection for Stamos and Saget, recalling the close bond the three men shared.
His message added a personal touch to the ceremony and reminded the audience that the friendships formed during the sitcom extended into their lives outside television.
The tribute also connected the evening’s two central themes: the enduring relationships among the cast and their shared respect for Saget.
Why Bob Saget Dedicated Years to Scleroderma Research
Bob Saget’s involvement with scleroderma research was deeply personal.
His sister, Gay Saget, died from complications associated with the disease in 1994. Following her death, the comedian became a prominent advocate for raising awareness and funding research.
Saget worked closely with the Scleroderma Research Foundation for decades. He joined its board of directors in 2003 and helped lead its signature Cool Comedy. • Hot Cuisine fundraising event.
The foundation established the Bob Saget Legacy Award to recognize people who continue this type of advocacy through public engagement and fundraising.
Stamos’s recognition reflects that mission by connecting his public profile with a cause his friend spent years supporting.
What Is Scleroderma?
Scleroderma is a group of conditions involving abnormal changes in connective tissue. The disease can cause skin thickening and, in some forms, affect internal organs and blood vessels.
Its severity varies from person to person. Some forms primarily affect the skin, while systemic sclerosis can involve organs such as the lungs, heart, and digestive system.
There is currently no universal cure for systemic sclerosis, making continued medical research important for improving treatment and patient outcomes.
The Scleroderma Research Foundation funds scientific research and patient education to advance understanding of the disease and improve care.
Saget’s advocacy helped bring public attention to a condition that many people may otherwise know little about.
Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine Raises Funds for Research
The annual Cool Comedy • Hot Cuisine event brings together entertainers, guests, and supporters to raise money for scleroderma research.
The 2026 gathering took place at the Beverly Wilshire in Beverly Hills on October 13. Its program included stand-up performances, a fundraising auction, and a dinner experience.
The Scleroderma Research Foundation reported that the event raised more than $1 million, with the final total reaching $1,077,000.
The money supports the foundation’s research and educational programs. This work is particularly important because rare and complex conditions can face challenges in attracting public awareness and research funding.
The event’s combination of entertainment and philanthropy also reflects the approach Saget helped establish during his years of involvement.
Although the comedian died in 2022, the fundraiser continues to bring people together around the cause he championed.
John Stamos and Bob Saget Shared a Lasting Friendship
Stamos and Saget became closely associated through Full House, which originally aired from 1987 to 1995.
Stamos played Jesse Katsopolis, while Saget portrayed Danny Tanner, the widowed father at the center of the show’s family story. Coulier completed the main trio as Joey Gladstone.
Their on-screen chemistry helped make the sitcom a favorite for generations of viewers. Off-screen, the actors also developed a close friendship that continued after the series ended.
Stamos has spoken publicly about Saget’s support during difficult periods in his life. Their relationship was not limited to shared television success; it also involved personal encouragement and loyalty.
That history gives the Bob Saget Legacy Award added significance. By accepting the honor, Stamos is helping keep attention on the charitable work his friend considered important.
For fans, the reunion also serves as a reminder that the show’s legacy extends beyond its memorable characters and catchphrases.
A Tribute That Goes Beyond Television
The Full House reunion was an emotional highlight of the evening, but the larger purpose of the event remained clear.
Stamos received an award connected to a cause that mattered deeply to Saget and his family. Meanwhile, the fundraiser generated more than $1 million for research and patient education.
The ceremony brought together friendship, entertainment, and philanthropy in a way that reflected Saget’s long-standing commitment to helping others.
Although the actor and comedian is no longer here, his work continues through the foundation’s programs and the people who support its mission.
For Stamos and his former castmates, the occasion offered an opportunity to honor a friend while helping carry forward something meaningful.