John Stamos After facing online backlash, he confronted his decision to help a South Florida nonprofit organization dedicated to celebrating health professionals.
Stamos, 61, caught the fever on social media after photos were circulated from the “Full House” star who attended an event held at Mar-A-Lago over the weekend.
A longtime supporter of working within the community, Stamos denounced his political partnership with Gala in a message shared on Instagram and instead encouraged his followers to donate resources to frontline workers.
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John Stamos dealt with the rebound after fans attacked the “Full House” star for participating in the Mar-a-Lago event. (Michael Kobak)
“I accepted an invitation to host Palm Beach Ray Ray at Hope Gala on a night dedicated to praise and uplifting our frontline heroes,” Stamos wrote. “This nonpartisan event supports the Academy, a 501(c)(3) organization that trains 350-400 nurses each year, and a 501(c)(3) organization that directly addresses a significant shortage of Palm Beach County health professionals.”
Stamos wrote that there should not be any political disparities when it comes to supporting healthcare workers.
“Supporting nurses is not political, it’s essential,” he wrote. “These are people who care about us when we need us and our families the most, and we believe we should show up for them with the same unwavering dedication that they show up every day.
“Supporting nurses is not political, it’s essential.”
John Stamos defended the decision to take part in the Mar-a-Lago event after an online troll attacked him for participation. (John Stamos/ Instagram)
“I support the importance of healthcare, service and investing in people who care about our community.”
Stamos said, “My values and political views remain the same and if you don’t give to Palm Beach Ray of Hope, consider giving to democracy.”
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“I support the importance of healthcare, service and investing in people who care about our community.”
“John Stamos just ruined his brand forever,” one user wrote. “You can’t visit Mar-a-Lago and expect the stench to leave you. No one has mercy on him.”
Stamos said supporting nurses was “essential.” (Getty Images)
“I’m very disappointed with John Stamos,” another fan wrote to X.
Another user said, “María Lago’s John Stamos? Disappointing. Uncle Jesse never does. You can’t watch the time to cancel the rerun of Full House without thinking about this betrayal.
Some X users say, “You can talk wherever you like John Stamos. Everyone has a different view, but if John wants to talk somewhere, if I don’t dislike him or hate him, then no one has to have a different view.”
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Stamos has a long history of giving back to communities in need. In December 2022, the “General Hospital” star told Fox News Digital that he is always “Pro-Cop” and helps to host fundraising events. LA County Sheriff Academy Class 464.
John Stamos and Kyle Lauder supported LASD in November 2022 after the incorrect clash that injured 25 sheriff recruits. (Laura Starks)
Stamos and his wife, Caitlyn McHugh, have a long history of giving back to the community. (John Nasion/Variety by Getty Images)
“If you’re not helping the community, what are you doing? You know, it’s my community.” Stamos spoke exclusively to Fox News Digital. “I was very moved by the story. It wasn’t just these recruits who tried to do their best for the young children. Many of these kids were trying to get out of the situation they were in.
“I grew up here, so that’s double sensitive to me,” he said. “I’ve always been a Procop. I teach my son. Whenever I see an officer in my neighborhood, I say ‘Hello’ and say ‘Thank you’.’ ”
His wife, Caitlyn McHugh Stamos, co-founded the Civic Seoul nonprofit organization, an organization dedicated to bringing people together through “service, compassion, and shared humanity.”
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