Financial Reality Check
Jodie Sweetin had only $190 in her bank account during her first week filming Netflix’s Fuller House revival.
The actress discussed the depth of her past financial struggles during a November appearance on the We’re Still Here, Babe podcast hosted by Natanya Ross, as reported by USA Today.
Sweetin stated that earnings from her role as Stephanie Tanner on Full House ultimately went toward addiction treatment prior to her 2011 sobriety.
Target Checkout Realities
You learn humility when you are at Target and you got to turn around and go put some sh*t back ’cause you don’t have the money on your debit card,
Sweetin said on the podcast.
She brought in extra income by working as a director of operations at a treatment center while raising her two daughters, Zoie and Beatrix.
Sweetin earned $2,200 a month living in a small apartment where her parents covered half of the rent, according to USA Today.
Sweetin Felt Happy Working Conventional Jobs
Sweetin recalled driving an older used car and carrying no ego about holding a conventional job outside of the entertainment industry.
I didn’t care that I was working a normal job,
Sweetin said. Kids don’t pay for themselves.
She added that she felt happy during that period because she had completely changed directions and stayed fully present in her daily circumstances.
Netflix Revival Returns
The financial pressure eased slightly when Fuller House premiered on Netflix in 2016, though the transition required immediate borrowing.
Sweetin told podcast listeners that she borrowed money during her first week back on set and arrived at her initial paycheck with $190 remaining.
She noted that none of her co-workers were aware of her tight bank balance at the time.
Common Podcast Questions
When did Jodie Sweetin record these statements?
Sweetin shared these details on November 4 during an appearance on Natanya Ross’ We’re Still Here, Babe podcast, as reported by USA Today.
How much was Sweetin earning during her time working outside acting?
Sweetin brought in $2,200 a month while working as a director of operations at a treatment center, with her parents contributing funds toward half of her rent, according to USA Today.
Which original cast members returned for the Netflix revival?
Cast members including Candace Cameron Bure, Andrea Barber, Scott Weinger, Bob Saget, Lori Loughlin, Dave Coulier, and John Stamos reprised their roles for Fuller House, while Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen did not return.
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