John Stamos Defends Lori Loughlin, Points Finger At Mossimo Giannulli In College Scandal

John Stamos Stands by Lori Loughlin

John Stamos is stepping up to defend his former 'Full House' co-star Lori Loughlin amidst the chaos of the 2019 college admissions scandal. The actor placed the blame squarely on Loughlin's ex-husband, Mossimo Giannulli, during a candid conversation on the 'Good Guys' podcast, hosted by Josh Peck and Ben Soffer. Stamos didn't hold back, saying, "She didn't deserve to be dragged through that."

Details of the Scandal

In 2019, both Loughlin and Giannulli found themselves in hot water after the FBI uncovered a scheme where they allegedly paid $500,000 to secure their daughters' spots at the University of Southern California as fake crew recruits. Neither daughter was ever involved in the sport. The couple was among dozens charged in this sweeping scandal.

Loughlin's Legal Consequences

By May 2020, Loughlin had pleaded guilty to conspiracy charges, resulting in a two-month prison sentence, two years of supervised release, a hefty $150,000 fine, and 100 hours of community service. Meanwhile, Giannulli faced harsher penalties – five months in prison, two years of supervised release, 250 hours of community service, and a $250,000 fine.

“Forty years I've known her," Stamos remarked about Loughlin. "This woman's a saint."

Friendship and Fallout

Stamos, fondly known for his role as Uncle Jesse alongside Loughlin's Aunt Becky on 'Full House,' has consistently supported her. He reiterated his belief in her innocence in a November 2022 podcast appearance, stating she was not "the architect" of the scandal. He shared that Loughlin once told him, "Mossimo handles all that stuff."

Unexpected Breakup

Recently, Stamos revealed that Loughlin's split from Giannulli was a shock. "All of a sudden they're split up, and I know she's just devastated," he said, expressing his heartbreak for her situation. Loughlin and Giannulli had been married since 1997, and their separation adds another layer of difficulty to her life. Stamos, who lives nearby, has been a pillar of support for Loughlin during these challenging times.

The saga continues, but with friends like Stamos, Loughlin isn't facing it alone. For more details, watch the full conversation above or check out the original article on Entertainment Weekly.