Full House, the beloved sitcom, made the decision to kill off Pam Tanner, Danny Tanner's wife, before the show's timeline begins.

The absence of a mother figure for the Tanner girls is a significant aspect of the series, which revolves around familial relationships and the challenges they face. Pam's character is written to have died in a car accident caused by a drunk driver prior to the show.

Although Full House is known for its lighthearted and feel-good nature, the decision to introduce such a dark background event was deliberate. The premise of the show centers around how the blended family copes and functions in Pam's absence.

While her loss is not explicitly addressed in every episode, it shapes the dynamics between Danny, Jesse, Joey, and the Tanner girls. The multi-parent dynamic and the necessary child-rearing effort despite the tragedy form a key aspect of the show.

The choice to exclude a traditional, heterosexual couple raising children was intentional.

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