John Goodman, known for his iconic role as Dan Conner on Roseanne, recently opened up about his long-standing friendship with former co-star Roseanne Barr. Despite the controversy surrounding her departure from the Roseanne reboot, Goodman shared that he still has a deep bond with Barr and misses her presence both on and off-screen.
In a recent interview, Goodman expressed his thoughts, saying, “I miss her. She was a big part of my life for so long. We had a lot of great years together.” Goodman and Barr starred side by side in the original Roseanne series from 1988 to 1997, portraying a working-class couple navigating family life. Their on-screen chemistry was one of the main reasons the show became a groundbreaking success.
After Barr’s departure from the reboot, which became The Conners following her controversial tweet and the show’s rebranding, Goodman has stayed relatively quiet about the incident. However, he has always maintained that their friendship was important, despite the fallout from the controversy. “I don’t agree with everything that happened, but I’ll always care about her. You can’t just erase someone from your life like that,” he said.
Goodman’s comments reflect the complicated dynamic between two actors who shared years of close collaboration and friendship. While the show continues without Barr, it’s clear that Goodman still values the personal connection they had, beyond the professional fallout.
As The Conners heads into its final seasons, Goodman’s reflections on Barr highlight the impact she had, not only on the series but on his life as well. Despite everything, the bond between them remains a significant part of Goodman’s career and personal journey.
