Jodie Sweetin was preparing to return to one of television's most recognisable families, but behind the scenes, she was struggling to make ends meet.
The Full House actress, 44, has revealed that she needed to borrow money during her first week working on Netflix's revival, Fuller House, reaching her first payday with just $190 remaining in her bank account.
Speaking to fellow former child star Natanya Ross on the November 4 episode of We're Still Here, Babe, Jodie recalled: "I skidded into my first paycheck with like $190 in my bank account."
For viewers, the revival marked a nostalgic reunion with Stephanie Tanner. For Jodie, it arrived after a period spent supporting her children through work away from the cameras.
Jodie Sweetin's financial struggles before Fuller House
Before returning to the sitcom, Jodie had been working at an addiction treatment centre in Los Angeles, with responsibilities including logistics and scheduling.
She recalled earning approximately $2,200 a month while living in a small apartment with her daughters, with her parents helping by paying half the rent.
Even everyday shopping could require difficult decisions. Jodie remembered having to return items at...