Actor John Stamos Hospitalized and Arrested for Suspected DUI in Beverly Hills

Actor John Stamos was arrested tonight for suspicion of DUI in Beverly Hills, police said.

Stamos was stopped in his vehicle near the intersection of Beverly Drive and Santa Monica Boulevard around 7:45 p.m., Beverly Hills Police Department Lt. Lincoln Hoshino said.

The 51-year-old Stamos was then taken to a hospital due to a medical condition, Hoshino said. The nature of the condition was not disclosed.

Stamos was found to have been under the influence after investigation at the hospital, Hoshino said.

Stamos was cited for suspicion of DUI and released to the care of the hospital, Hoshino said.

Stamos is due to appear in court Sept. 11, Hoshino said.

Stamos is best known for his role as Uncle Jesse in the 1987-95 ABC comedy “Full House.” He is set to return in the role in the sequel “Fuller House,” set to be shown on Netflix beginning in 2016. He is also set to star in the new Fox comedy, “Grandfathered,” set to premiere this fall.

City News Service
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