Candace Cameron Bure was born on April 6, 1976, in Panorama City, Los Angeles, California. The youngest of four siblings, she was raised in a tight-knit family. She has since become a bestselling author, motivational speaker, and a prominent media personality. Known to millions around the world as D.J. Tanner from the beloved television series Full House, Candace Cameron Bure has earned a strong following for her candidness about her personal life and Christian faith.

Breakthrough in Television with Full House

Candace Cameron Bure gained widespread recognition after being cast as D.J. Tanner on the hit sitcom Full House. Her performance impressed the show's producers so much that they postponed initial filming to accommodate her prior commitments. The show ran successfully for eight seasons from 1987 to 1995, becoming one of the most iconic family sitcoms of its time.

While working on Full House, she also took on several roles in television films. Notably, she played a troubled teenager in No One Would Tell, and went on to star in NightScream and She Cried No. She appeared as a guest in the short-lived ABC series Real Mature, as well as on popular shows like Boy Meets World and Cybill. Her portrayal of D.J. Tanner launched a successful early career in TV entertainment.