Steven Edwin Hale is a character from Full House, played by Scott Weinger. He begins appearing as a recurring role in season five; in seasons six and seven, he becomes a main character; and makes a special appearance in the series finale. Steve is D.J.'s high school boyfriend (until the end of season 7), and is usually the reason for the Tanners' empty refrigerator, if not for Kimmy. Explained by D.J., "Steve's a wrestler. He needs his strength." Steve is nice to the entire family. He returned in Fuller House, first as a recurring character in season one, then becoming a main character in season two.