Full House was both a blessing and a curse for John Stamos, who didn't like being solely known as his character Jesse. Despite his mixed feelings, Stamos returned for Fuller House and eventually came to terms with his defining role. Stamos has continued to expand his career through Broadway, ER, You, and recent projects like Muppets Haunted Mansion.

Full House star John Stamos has revealed why the series was both a positive and negative point for his career, all stemming from his role as Jesse. The classic sitcom sees recently widowed Danny Tanner (Bob Saget) recruiting brother-in-law Jesse and friend Joey (Dave Coulier) to help him raise his daughters. Jesse was a hair-obsessed, often irresponsible adult who still stepped up whenever he needed to.

Speaking with The New York Times, Stamos reveals how joining the cast of Full House was both a "curse" and "blessing" for his career. The actor...