Uncle Jesse finds himself in hot water. John Stamos is receiving criticism on social media for donning a bald cap to show support for his "Full House" co-star Dave Coulier, who shaved his head due to his stage 3 cancer battle. Stamos, 61, posted three Instagram photos on Monday, showcasing himself wearing the bald cap while spending time with Coulier, 65.

In the second photo, Stamos shaved his friend's head. The third image featured Stamos kissing Coulier's head alongside Coulier's wife Melissa. "Nothing like putting on a bald cap and flexing some Photoshop skills to show some love and solidarity with my bro @dcoulier," Stamos wrote in the caption. "You're handling this with so much strength and positivity—it's inspiring. I know you're going to get through this, and I'm proud to stand with you every step of the way. I love you." Stamos also praised Coulier's wife at the end of his caption, writing, "@melissacoulier is the most wonderfulest – your true lifeline!"

Despite his well-meaning gesture, Stamos faced backlash from his Instagram followers for wearing the bald cap as a show of support. "So he's not really supporting him. He's posing for a photo op," one follower commented. "Seriously just couldn't shave your head bro ?? lol," another person said. A third follower remarked, "Is this really appropriate? A bald cap is showing solidarity? You can just take your cap off and be 'normal' again. When people take this route they actually shave their head. I can't help but feel like you're using Dave's diagnosis as a way to make yourself more likable." "What a shallow gesture! Couldn't even cut your hair off for your friend," another person added. "Hate to be that person but this is more insulting by putting on a bald cap then not shaving ur head," read another comment. Fans also criticized Stamos on X (formerly Twitter).

"This seems performative as f–k just shave your head for f–ks sake," someone said on the platform. "Intentions are good but kinda weird na?" another person tweeted.

The Post has contacted Stamos' representative for comment. Stamos immediately showed support for Coulier after the latter actor announced last week that he has "a very aggressive form of cancer," stage 3 non-Hodgkin lymphoma. Sharing photos of the pair from over the years, Stamos wrote on Instagram, "My brother from day 1. Love you @dcoulier and I'll be by your side through it all."

Coulier disclosed on "Today" that he was diagnosed with cancer five weeks ago. He discovered his condition after experiencing a bad cold and noticing swelling in his groin area. The father of one is currently undergoing chemotherapy and is expected to complete his treatment by February.

"The first round was pretty intense because you don't know what to expect," Coulier said. "It's been a bit of a roller coaster. There are days where I feel unbelievable. Then there are other days where … I'm just going to lay down and let this be what it's going to be."

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