How ‘Roseanne’ Cast Members Have Responded to the Cancellation & Controversy (So Far)

Jessica Napoli May 31, 2018, 3:00 pm

JAMES PICKENS JR., EMMA KENNEY, ROSEANNE BARR, JOHN GOODMAN — ABC/Adam Rose

Roseanne Barr’s TV husband, John Goodman (aka Dan Conner), is keeping mum about Roseanne being cancelled by ABC after the actress’ racist tweet.

The veteran actor lightly addressed the fiasco when an Entertainment Tonight videographer caught up with him. “It’s not that I disrespect you guys. I would rather say nothing than to cause more trouble,” he said.

With Goodman at least referencing the situation, almost the entire main cast has now addressed to some degree the public demise of the rebooted ABC show. Only Laurie Metcalf, who played Roseanne Conner’s sister, Jackie, has yet to comment on the cancellation.

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Let’s break down what each cast member has said so far:

Sara Gilbert (Darlene)

Roseanne’s recent comments about Valerie Jarrett, and so much more, are abhorrent and do not reflect the beliefs of our cast and crew or anyone associated with our show. I am disappointed in her actions to say the least.

— sara gilbert (@THEsaragilbert) May 29, 2018

This is incredibly sad and difficult for all of us, as we’ve created a show that we believe in, are proud of, and that audiences love— one that is separate and apart from the opinions and words of one cast member.

— sara gilbert (@THEsaragilbert) May 29, 2018

Alicia Goranson (Becky)

“Devastated by the cancellation of @RoseanneOnABC,” the actress tweeted on Wednesday, May 30, after she made her profile public.

“But more devastating are the effects of hate speech and racism on individuals and society. Thank you for your support. And, in the spirit of our amazing crew, spread love not hate!”

Emma Kenney (Harris)

I am hurt, embarrassed, and disappointed. The racist and distasteful comments from Roseanne are inexcusable.

— Emma Kenney (@EmmaRoseKenney) May 29, 2018

As I called my manager to quit working on Roseanne, I was told it was cancelled. I feel so empowered by @iamwandasykes, Channing Dungey and anyone at ABC standing up for morals and abuse of power. Bullies will NEVER win.

— Emma Kenney (@EmmaRoseKenney) May 29, 2018

Michael Fishman (DJ)

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— Michael Fishman (@ReelMFishman) May 29, 2018

I have tremendous appreciate for all the fans and their support over the years pic.twitter.com/djHD6l8teN

— Michael Fishman (@ReelMFishman) May 30, 2018

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PurpleSubmarine
Jun 1, 2018
ABC should revive Roseanne and call it Roseanne RIP.

Kill off her character with the cast in the final opening credit laughing over her grave. They\'ve kept a few shows going without the title character. Remember Valerie?

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  PurpleSubmarine
  Jun 3, 2018
  You forget that shows finale where Charlie was held prisoner and escaped but I think they killed him off again.
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OrangeTag
Jun 9, 2018
Oh, i just became aware that this show was cancelled due to Roseanne making racist tweets. I don\'t use twitter, so was unaware. Clearly then, she needed to go! As for the rest of the show, perhaps other options are available than a full cancellation?