The Olsen Twins Address the Top Fuller House Rumor

Summary

Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen attended Bob Saget's funeral and expressed gratitude for their Full House experience, debunking rumors of not having fun on the show.

The Olsen twins' absence from Fuller House was attributed to their retirement from acting and dedication to their fashion brand. Living in New York posed logistical challenges for them. Netflix justified Michelle's absence by considering the Olsens' genuine fashion career, but it seemed contradictory to the emphasis on family portrayed in Full House.

Years after the conclusion of Fuller House, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen have finally put to rest the lingering rumor surrounding their absence from the Full House spin-off. Throughout the original series, the twins took turns portraying Michelle, the youngest daughter of Danny Tanner, for a remarkable eight seasons. However, unlike the rest of the primary Full House cast, they did not make a return to Netflix. Speculation arose that their decision stemmed from a lack of enjoyment during their time on the original show compared to their former co-stars.

This notion has now been officially debunked by the Olsen twins themselves, as revealed during Bob Saget's funeral, as shared by John Stamos on The Howard Stern Show. Gain further insight by watching the interview provided below:

Michelle's absence during the entire Full House series, including her sisters' wedding in the Fuller House finale, was a topic of speculation. However, the cast chose to remain silent on the matter, discussing it only behind closed doors. Stamos reminisced about this, stating:

Why Mary-Kate and Ashley Didn’t Really Return in Fuller House

Conflicting reports emerged regarding the Olsen Twins' absence in Fuller House. It was said that Stamos personally reached out to them, but no agreement was ever reached. Rumors also circulated that they were considering the idea, but the logistical challenge of filming in Los Angeles while living in New York hindered their involvement. In the end, Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen declined to reprise their iconic roles, having moved on from acting long ago. Despite their success in subsequent projects after Full House, they chose to maintain a low profile, even as they lead one of the world's largest fashion brands.

Netflix's explanation for Michelle's absence actually made sense and acknowledged the Olsens' real-life career as fashion moguls in New York. However, it was not a sustainable explanation. Considering her wealth, it was illogical that she couldn't return home for important occasions like Christmas and Thanksgiving, and she even failed to show up for significant events such as DJ's husband's death or Stephanie's first child born through Kimmy's surrogacy. Michelle's absence contradicted the core theme of Full House, which emphasized the importance of family.

Nevertheless, it would be unfair to blame the Olsens for their decision. They have made considerable efforts to protect their privacy, and appearing in Fuller House, even for a brief appearance, would go against the lifestyle they currently lead. If anything, Netflix's writing could have handled Michelle's absence more effectively.

Source: The Howard Stern Show/YouTube