The face of the all-time hit show, “Roseanne,” finally made her long-awaited comeback. Returning from an extended hiatus, the actress has reentered the Hollywood scene with a fresh comedy show titled “Roseanne Barr: Cancel This!”
The sitcom star on February 14, 2023, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
Additionally, there was more positive news for the star following the release of a new documentary detailing her extensive and intricate career. The comeback to the entertainment industry followed an insensitive comment she made in 2018 about Valerie Jarrett, a person of color and a presidential adviser.
After facing cancellation in 2018, the comedy actress openly shared that she had “lost everything.” This challenging time coincided with the beginning of the reboot of her previously successful TV show. Regrettably, after a controversial comment, television executives decided to cancel the reboot just as it began airing.
The sitcom star on July 26, 2018, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
The sitcom star expressed feeling personally attacked when her character was killed off. Despite these setbacks, the comedy actress exhibited resilience, refusing to succumb to the challenges she faced.
Reflecting on the years post-2018, she revealed the discouragement of feeling silenced in every aspect of her life. Despite her efforts to seek redemption, she approached studio executives for an opportunity to apologize and provide an explanation for her actions, only to face refusal. She mentioned, “And they denied me the right to apologize.”
Fortunately, the actress got back up again and was open about her experiences between 2018 and now. She decided to step away from Twitter and redirected her focus to building a stronger presence on Instagram. Fans showered their support and affection, referring to the star as “fabulous,” “amazing,” and “absolutely gorgeous.”
The outpouring of positive comments flooded the star’s comment section, demonstrating a wave of encouragement and admiration after the 71-year-old revealed her makeup and loose long hair look. In line with her new-found confidence, she sent A$AP Rocky a message that read, “Call me when you get tired of Rihanna.”
This girl, who played the comedy star’s on-screen daughter in “Roseanne,” also commented on the explosive Tweet.
The sitcom actress posed with her new hairdo and nails, smiling broadly in an Instagram post. Bouncing back after the controversy, she appeared visibly delighted to be back, drawing compliments from Instagram users for the interview associated with the photographed moment.
The star’s message to A$AP Rocky, as seen in a post dated February 12, 2023 | Source: Instagram/officialroseannebarr
The star endured the repercussions of losing her job and facing vilification from many former fans and co-stars, which took a toll on her well-being. Expressing a profound sense of isolation, she acknowledged feeling besieged from all angles. It appeared to her as though she was under attack from individuals driven by envy, seemingly eager to witness her downfall.
The sitcom star also said it felt like a personal attack on her after her character was killed off. For her, it was a message signaling they no longer desired her presence, a direct dismissal of the years of work she had dedicated to the endeavor.
She conveyed that she faced a unique situation, losing everything and having her life’s work taken by those she trusted. Despite this, there was a notable absence of public support from Hollywood, except for Mo’Nique, a close and courageous friend.
The star we’re referring to is none other than Roseanne Cherrie Barr, famed for being an actress, comedian, writer, TV producer, and director. Mo’Nique described Barr as her “sister in comedy” and referred to the infamous tweet as a mistake, stating she wouldn’t “put [Barr] on the racist list.”
She played a significant role in spearheading the show’s reboot and engaged in correspondence with Barr to confirm her willingness to be a part of it.
The award-winning stand-up comedian and actress further expressed, “My sister made a mistake and she said something I know she wishes she could take back. But what I would ask is we don’t throw her away.”
In addition to Mo’Nique, Barr garnered support from her “Roseanne” co-star John Goodman. He expressed missing her and affirmed his conviction that she was not a racist. Goodman also acknowledged that he was aware Barr was going through a difficult time.
When questioned about supporting Barr in June 2023, Goodman expressed no regrets. When asked if he would work with her again, he replied, “I don’t know. If she’d like to… I just don’t know. I miss her. I wish her well.”
Despite having survived being canceled, Barr mentioned it was a terrible time. She described it as a “witch-burning” and as “terrifying” times in her life, noting, “I would die many times.” While she is pleased to make a return, it’s understandable that she won’t forget the ordeal anytime soon.
In response to Barr’s controversial comments, numerous prominent Hollywood figures expressed their disdain for her words on social media. Facing a barrage of criticism, individuals ranging from Shonda Rhimes to Congressman John Lewis condemned her, accusing her of insensitivity and calling for an apology regarding her remarks.
This girl, who played the comedy star’s on-screen daughter in “Roseanne,” also commented on the explosive Tweet. She played a significant role in spearheading the show’s reboot and engaged in correspondence with Barr to confirm her willingness to be a part of it.
Sara Gilbert on January 15, 2020, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
The girl we’re talking about is Sara Gilbert, who’s best known for playing Darlene Conner in “Roseanne.” Following Barr’s tweet, Gilbert took to Instagram to convey that neither the show-runners nor the rest of the staff aligned with the views expressed in the tweet.
The girl and Roseanne Barr in a scene from “Roseanne,” circa 2017 | Source: Getty Images
Describing the tweet as “abhorrent,” Gilbert clarified that the TV show did not reflect the sentiments implied in the tweet. Barr responded to Gilbert’s statement, saying, “She destroyed the show and my life with that tweet. She will never get enough until she consumes my liver with a fine Chianti.”
Sara Gilbert on November 20, 2022, in Los Angeles, California. | Source: Getty Images
During an exclusive May 2023 interview with Megyn Kelly, Barr shared her thoughts on Hollywood’s cancel culture. She openly criticized Gilbert, asserting that she had “stabbed” her “in the back” and “repeatedly twisted” the knife.
Sara Gilbert on September 19, 2019, in New York City. | Source: Getty Images
While Barr attributed much of her downfall to Gilbert’s statement, the latter responded, clarifying that her intentions were never to harm the actress. Gilbert expressed that the show’s conclusion was deeply saddening for her, emphasizing that she would always consider Barr as family.
