If You Would Have Told Me: A Memoir

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If you would have told a teenage John Stamos, flipping burgers at his father's southern California restaurant, that one day he'd be a teen idol, star in one of the most beloved and enduring sitcoms of our time, and become a part-time member of The Beach Boys - among many other accomplishments - he wouldn't have believed a word. But, sometimes real life is even better than a Hollywood ending. In If You Would Have Told Me, Stamos looks back on an extraordinary life lived with tremendous joy, and gratefulness - not to mention great hair - that is sure to delight his legion of fans, and make new converts of the rest of us. Taking us from the heyday of soap opera television with his breakout role on General Hospital, to the iconic living room of Full House where he made lifelong friendships with the cast and crew, especially his co-star Bob Saget, on to the drama of ER, and then to playing to sold out crowds with the Beach Boys, Stamos has indeed had a career that anyone wouldn't believe possible. But that's only half the story. John introduces us to the man behind that winning smile, telling us hilarious, and poignant stories on his road to finding a family of his own in his midlife, and the deep well of gratefulness that comes with a life well-lived.

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An Instant New York Times Bestseller
Named a USA Today "Best Memoir to Read in 2023"

"An earnest debut memoir from the General Hospital, Full House, and ER star...Although Stamos is a legitimate celebrity himself, his memoir is a lesson in humility and gratitude for the people he's shared scenes and stages with throughout his life...A portrait of a charming and charmed actor who has received plenty of love--and who has plenty of love to give...A heartfelt, sincere memoir filled with useful wisdom."
--Kirkus

"In this charming debut, Full House star Stamos reflects on fame and family...Readers will be enchanted."
--Publishers Weekly

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John Stamos, a three-time Emmy nominee, has earned his reputation as a highly regarded actor and producer throughout his over forty-year career in television, film, and on Broadway. His rise to fame began with his role in General Hospital and he has since captivated viewers with his diverse performances in Big Shot, You, ER, Grandfathered, Full House, and Fuller House and on stage in Cabaret, Bye Bye Birdie, and Gore Vidal's The Best Man. Beyond acting, Stamos is a skilled musician, collaborating with The Beach Boys since 1985. He also serves as an ambassador for Childhelp.