DJ’s (Candace Cameron-Bure) tragedy in Fuller House is ultimately much worse than Danny’s (Bob Saget) in Full House. The Netflix series debuted in 2016 and brought the Tanners back to the small screen. While Fuller House didn’t feature Michelle after Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen opted out of it, there was still a sense of deja-vu surrounding the spin-off, considering that the rest of the Full House core cast returned for the project.
In *Fuller House*, DJ Tanner’s tragedy is depicted as even more heartbreaking than her father Danny’s in *Full House*, despite the similarities between their situations. In the original series, Danny Tanner becomes a single father after the sudden death of his wife, Pam, leaving him to raise his three daughters with the help of his best friend Joey and his brother-in-law Jesse. This setup provided the emotional foundation for the series, as Danny navigated the challenges of single parenthood while keeping his family close.
However, *Fuller House* introduces a more tragic parallel in DJ’s life. The spin-off reveals that DJ, now an adult with three sons of her own, is also a widow. Her husband, Tommy Fuller Sr., tragically died in the line of duty as a firefighter, leaving DJ to raise their children on her own. What makes DJ’s situation particularly poignant is that, unlike Danny, she is not only dealing with the loss of her spouse but is also doing so while juggling the responsibilities of raising three young boys, including a newborn.
The emotional weight of DJ’s tragedy is compounded by the fact that she is now experiencing the same pain and challenges her father once faced, but from a maternal perspective. This creates a deeper sense of empathy for her character and highlights the cyclical nature of loss and resilience within the Tanner family. While *Fuller House* retains the heartwarming and comedic elements of its predecessor, DJ’s storyline adds a layer of emotional depth that resonates strongly with fans, making her tragedy feel even more impactful than Danny’s.
