Lori Loughlin was seen enjoying dinner with James Tupper just a day prior to the announcement of her marital separation from Mossimo Giannulli.
According to images obtained by TMZ, the duo—who previously collaborated on Great American Family’s Blessings of Christmas and Fall Into Winter—dined at The Bird Streets Club in West Hollywood on Wednesday, October 1.
For the outing, Loughlin, aged 61, opted for denim and a chic black blazer, complemented by a stylish black handbag. Meanwhile, Tupper, who is 60, chose a business casual look, pairing jeans with a blazer over a white button-up shirt.
After their cars were brought by valet, the two shared an embrace before heading down Sunset Boulevard.
“Lori and James have collaborated in the past and share a long friendship,” a representative for Loughlin revealed to Us Weekly. Us also reached out to Tupper’s representative for further insights.
This friendly outing occurred just a day before reports surfaced about Loughlin and Giannulli, who is 62, having separated after nearly three decades of marriage.
“They are currently living apart,” Loughlin’s representative stated in a press release on Thursday, October 2, adding, “There are no legal actions in progress.”
Loughlin and Giannulli—who eloped in November 1997 right before Thanksgiving—are parents to two daughters, Isabella Rose, 27, and Olivia Jade, 26.
Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli Donato Sardella/WireImage
The estranged couple had previously navigated the 2019 college admissions scandal along with their respective prison terms prior to their separation.
“Every day presents new challenges. But as that song goes, ‘I get knocked down, but I get up again,’” Loughlin expressed in an interview with FIRST for Women in April 2024. “Life was never promised to be easy; we all stumble, but what’s essential is to keep moving forward.”
In that rare discussion, the Full House star emphasized her commitment to her family and children.
When asked to describe herself now, Loughlin identified as “kind” and “strong.”
“I’m open to life and experiences,” she continued. “I’m thankful, strong, open, and kind.”
Tupper has also faced his share of triumphs and tribulations in the spotlight.
Despite his successful career in Hollywood, highlighted by roles in Big Little Lies, Revenge, and more, he has dealt with profound loss.
Tupper maintained a long-term relationship with Anne Heche from 2007 until 2018. The Donnie Brasco star—who shares a son, Atlas, 16, with Tupper—passed away in August 2022 due to a car accident in Mar Vista, Los Angeles.
In the wake of Heche’s passing, Tupper has committed himself to being the best father he can be.
“I cherish being a dad; it’s my top priority,” he shared with Us at The Hollywood Christmas Parade in December 2024. “Seeing my son grow and thrive fills me with pride.”
Atlas has reciprocated his father’s affection, stating, “He goes above and beyond. He’s truly my everything… I love him very much.”
