John Stamos explains how Dean Martin’s simple one-word reply impacted his life.

John Stamos Seeks Advice from Dean Martin

John Stamos sought guidance from none other than the legendary Dean Martin, receiving an unforgettable piece of advice.

The actor, known for his role in “Full House,” made his TV debut as Blackie Parrish on “General Hospital” from 1982 until 1984. By the end of his time there, Stamos was eager to break free from soap operas and showcase a broader range of his abilities.

Reflecting on his experience, he shared an archived moment from Joseph Civilia’s “Friars Club Podcast,” which recently aired on “Nostalgia Tonight.” He recalled how Gloria Monti, the producer of “General Hospital,” didn’t want him to leave as he pursued a comedic career.

Stamos, now in his sixties, expressed his desire to join a sitcom similar to those created by Garry Marshall. Despite Monti’s attempts to convince him to stay, he remained determined to pursue humor on screen.

He remembered Monti asking him, “Why do you want to leave my show?” To which he replied, “I want to be funny.” Monti, surprised, echoed his sentiment back to him.

During their conversation, Monti noticed Dean Martin dining alone and decided to introduce them. The moment was a little peculiar, as Martin appeared to enjoy dining solo, even setting a table for two just for himself.

She humorously prompted Martin, saying, “Mr. Martin, this is the star of my show, General Hospital, and he wants to leave. Can you talk to him about loyalty?”

Stamos recounted the interaction: when Martin looked at him and simply advised, “Run.” It was a striking moment.

Following that encounter, Stamos starred in CBS’s “Dreams” in 1984, then moved on to NBC’s “You Again?” from 1986 to 1987, eventually landing the iconic role of Jesse Katsopolis in “Full House” until 1995, and later reprising it in “Fuller House” between 2016 and 2020.

Years later, in 2019, Martin’s daughter, Deanna, shared with FOX News Digital that her father loved spending time in Hollywood during his later years. He frequented two restaurants regularly, preferring to sit alone at the same table, avoiding large gatherings but still drawing people to him.

She shared that he often declined invitations from family, simply stating he preferred quiet evenings alone rather than chit-chat in bustling company.