Roseanne Barr’s Insightful Response
To ‘The Conners’ Series Finale
Expect the Unexpected!
Published on April 24, 2025, at 12:21 PM PDT
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Updated on April 24, 2025, at 1:08 PM PDT
Roseanne Barr has finally broken her silence regarding the series finale of “The Conners”, a show that sparked considerable discussion with a poignant reference to her former character during a cemetery visit. It appears that she is attempting to find a positive perspective amidst the controversy surrounding her exit from the show.
Jake Pentland, who is both the son of Roseanne and her representative, shared with TMZ that even though she was unfairly treated and written out of her own revival series following a widely criticized tweet, the family still appreciates that the “The Conners” team successfully delivered seven solid seasons of entertainment that stemmed from the foundation she created. This sentiment captures the complex emotions surrounding her legacy.
In light of these developments, the family has expressed that there is no need to hold anyone’s job over Roseanne’s head any longer. They believe that “The Conners” has had its run, and that chapter in their lives is now officially closed. This statement underscores their desire to move forward without lingering resentment.
Furthermore, Jake revealed that the family did not watch a single moment of the rebranded series after Roseanne was removed from the cast. In fact, they were unaware that the series had just concluded. This reveals a strong sense of detachment from the show that had once been a significant part of their lives.
“The Conners” premiered in 2018 with the remaining cast from the original "Roseanne" series, which had been unexpectedly canceled following a highly publicized incident where Roseanne posted a racially insensitive tweet about former Obama aide Valerie Jarrett. This incident had far-reaching implications for the show’s legacy and its cultural impact.
The rebooted sitcom made a bold move by killing off the character of Roseanne Conner due to an opioid overdose, which served as a narrative device to shift the focus onto the rest of the Conner family. This plot twist highlighted serious social issues while also aiming to redefine the show’s direction without its original matriarch.
The series came full circle on Wednesday, as Dan, portrayed by John Goodman, initiated legal action against the pharmaceutical company connected to Roseanne’s character’s overdose. Upon learning that they would be compensating him, he chose to commemorate the occasion with his family at Roseanne’s gravesite. This poignant moment serves as a powerful reminder of the show’s complex narrative and the issues it addressed.
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