John Goodman says 'Roseanne' fame left him struggling: 'That ain't me'
New York Post • • entertainment
Key Points:
- John Goodman expressed feeling frightened by the sudden fame he experienced after starring in "Roseanne" and wished he had better understood and managed his celebrity status.
- Goodman revealed he struggled with the demands of fame and the promotional aspects of the industry, noting it took him a long time to adjust to his newfound public profile.
- He credited "Roseanne" for its realistic portrayal of a working-class family and the show's success, which ran for nine seasons and earned four Emmy Awards.
- After the controversial cancellation of the "Roseanne" reboot in 2018 due to Roseanne Barr's racist remarks, Goodman continued with the spin-off "The Conners," balancing it alongside other projects like "The Righteous Gemstones."
- Goodman and Barr have not spoken for several years, with Barr publicly expressing feelings of betrayal over Goodman's reduced participation in the show during later seasons.
