‘Full House’ Stars Think the Show Should Have Included More References to One Character

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As a die-hard cinema enthusiast, I can’t help but share my excitement over Andrea Barber and Jodie Sweetin’s latest podcast episode of “How Rude, Tanneritos.” In this special edition, they delved into the timeless topic of “Full House,” addressing an intriguing fan perspective that didn’t quite align with the show’s mainstream popularity. Interestingly enough, it seems these two beloved actresses found common ground with this unconventional viewpoint!

The opinion in question was that the show should have explored the character of Pamela Tanner more.

In the world of “Full House,” Pamela, who is known as the mother of D.J., Stephanie, and Michelle, passed away before the series unfolded. While her absence played a substantial role in the plotline, her character wasn’t heavily featured on the show itself.

The actress who portrayed Kimmy Gibbler commented, “She’s mentioned briefly in Season 1. Later, instead of a flashback, we see a VHS tape. From then on, the series rarely delved deeper into her.

Jodie Sweetin, known for her role as Stephanie Tanner, expressed a desire for more attention given to the character of Pamela. She suggested this could be done in a light-hearted manner, focusing on humorous anecdotes about Pamela’s interactions with the children or her activities with Danny, rather than in a somber or depressing way.

Sweetin emphasized that the memories and stories we share are crucial in keeping someone’s spirit alive after they pass away. She expressed a sense of disappointment that Pamela’s character seemed to be swiftly overlooked as if her existence ended abruptly, saying, “It was like, you’re gone, goodbye. Isn’t that so?

Sweetin suggested that although sitcoms typically aim to remain lighthearted, there might have been opportunities over time to incorporate Pamela’s memory into the show in a more nuanced manner. She noted, ‘It seems you can’t get too serious in a sitcom,’ but also acknowledged that with careful handling, it could have been presented without becoming overly sad.

Barber concurred, stating, “Absolutely. It didn’t need to be overly emotional with violins and tears.” She further suggested that it would have been touching to include more family photos of Pam in the Tanner household. For instance, rather than a solitary picture of Danny on Stephanie’s bedside table, they could have used a photo of her with her mother. By season 4, the character of Pamela was largely absent.

Sweetin playfully commented, ‘By the fourth episode, they were suggesting to erase my name altogether! Yes, goodbye.’ Both Sweetin and Barber concurred with the fan’s perspective. In the end, Sweetin expressed her agreement, saying, ‘I definitely back this opinion that more focus should have been given to Pam.’

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2025-02-24 17:16