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How many children does John Stamos have?

The actor has opened up about fatherhood

JOHN Stamos started a family with his wife, Caitlin McHugh.

Fans of the Full House alum want to know more about his family life and how many kids he has welcomed.

John Stamos and Billy Stamos at the P.S. ARTS 'Express Yourself 2022' event at Fox Studio Lot in Los Angeles, California, on May 21, 2022
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John Stamos and Billy Stamos at the P.S. ARTS 'Express Yourself 2022' event at Fox Studio Lot in Los Angeles, California, on May 21, 2022Credit: Photo by Emma McIntyre/Getty Images - Getty

How many children does John Stamos have?

John Stamos, 60, has one child with his wife, 38-year-old actress Caitlin McHugh.

Per People, the couple welcomed their 6-year-old son, Billy Stamos, on April 10, 2018.

John took to social media to announce his son's arrival, revealing he was named after his late father.

He captioned the April 16, 2018, Instagram post, "From now on, the best part of me will always be my wife and my son. Welcome Billy Stamos (named after my father)  #NotJustanUncleAnymore #Overjoyed."

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In December 2017, John and Caitlin shared their pregnancy news with People.

The actor — who was 54 years old at the time — told the outlet that he "always wanted to be a dad" but was unsure if that would happen.

"People would say, 'You should have a child.' I was like, 'That ship has sailed,'" he said.

"I'll be a fun dad. I've been practicing for a long time," the Full House star continued, joking, "I've done every schtick you can do with a baby on TV … all the bits and jokes and diaper gags. I'll probably just do all that stuff."

In April 2021, John opened up about fatherhood to People, saying "It's better than I imagined."

The musician continued, "I wanted kids my whole life. And I'm just so grateful."

Like his famous dad, Billy has taken an interest in music.

On July 6, 2024, John shared a video on Instagram that showed the father-son duo playing the drums while performing with The Beach Boys.

"Had a little help from my son BILLY on good vibrations last night - Wasn't it nice! @thebeachboys," John wrote.

When did John marry Caitlin McHugh?

People reported that John and Caitlin married on February 3, 2018, at the Little Brown Church in Studio City, California.

John Stamos, Billy Stamos, and Caitlin McHugh at the premiere of Wonka held at Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on December 10, 2023
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John Stamos, Billy Stamos, and Caitlin McHugh at the premiere of Wonka held at Regency Village Theatre in Los Angeles, California, on December 10, 2023Credit: Photo by Michael Buckner/Variety via Getty Images - Getty

The wedding reception took place at John's home in Beverly Hills.

A source told the outlet, "Caitlyn looked absolutely stunning in a princess dress."

The source continued, "They exchanged wows in front of family and close friends. It was a very touching ceremony. There were tears, but mostly smiles. John and Caitlyn looked very happy."

In an October 23, 2017 Instagram post, John revealed that he had proposed to Caitlin at Disneyland.

"I asked...she said yes! ...And we lived happily ever after💍," he wrote.

John was previously married to actress Rebecca Romijn from 1998 to 2005, while Caitlin was married to Massimo Lusardi from 2011 to 2014.

How old was John in Full House?

John was born in Cypress, California, on August 19, 1963.

He was 24 years old when Full House premiered on September 22, 1987.

Per Screen Rant, the Hollywood star was the same age as his character, Jesse Katsopolis.

According to the outlet, Jesse's age was first revealed when he turned 26 during season 2, episode 20, titled I'm There for You, Babe.

Since the episode debuted on April 14, 1989, it was suggested that like John, Jesse was born in 1963.

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The popular sitcom concluded on May 23, 1995, after eight seasons.

John was 31 years old when the series ended.

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