In a shocking revelation from his upcoming memoir, If You Would Have Told Me, John Stamos discloses an excruciating experience where he stumbled upon his then-girlfriend, Teri Copley, in bed with Tony Danza back in the 1980s.
The renowned Full House star recounts the heart-wrenching moment to PEOPLE as being more emotionally agonizing than any physical pain he had endured.
Reflecting on the incident, Stamos expressed that the discovery was profoundly distressing, indicating that perhaps Copley was not the right match for him after all.
During the tumultuous encounter, Stamos narrates how he entered Copley's guesthouse to find her cozied up with an unfamiliar man who possessed impressively chiseled abdominal muscles.
Overwhelmed by shock and disbelief, Stamos staggered out of the room in a daze.
Initially consumed by a surge of anger, Stamos recollects contemplating confronting the mysterious man until he caught a glimpse of his defined abs, leading him to rethink his impulsive reaction and retreat tearfully down the driveway to avoid any prying eyes.
Copley, presently 62 years old, contends that her relationship with Stamos had already ended by the time of the fateful incident.
She expressed surprise at Stamos's unexpected presence, emphasizing that they had already called it quits before the unfortunate discovery took place.
Addressing the scandal on a recent episode of The View, Stamos clarified that any breakup between them prior to the confrontation was only brief, casting doubt on Copley's assertion that she had communicated their split to him.
Recounting the unsettling moment when he identified Danza as the man in question, Stamos vividly describes the realization hitting him like a ton of bricks as he stumbled upon a signed poster addressed to “My Dear Tony” in an unfamiliar car parked near Copley's residence.
Despite the profound impact of the betrayal, Stamos acknowledges in his memoir that he harbors no ill will toward Copley, characterizing her as a fundamentally good person who made a regrettable mistake during a period of mutual immaturity.
Delving into the intricacies of human relationships, Stamos emphasizes the relatability of his experiences, asserting that everyone faces challenges and betrayals, regardless of outward appearances or success.
Drawing parallels between personal tribulations and professional victories, Stamos credits the success of Full House to the lead-in provided by Danza's popular show, Who's the Boss?, highlighting the cyclical nature of life's ups and downs.
Reflecting on the tumultuous events that shaped his past, Stamos offers a philosophical perspective on resilience, advocating for a compassionate and positive approach to navigating life's unpredictable twists and turns.
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Don't miss the release of If You Would Have Told Me on Oct. 24, available wherever books are sold.
