Love Her or Hate Her: Roseanne Barr Stays in the Spotlight
Love her or hate her, Roseanne Barr continues to remain a focal point in the entertainment world. The big question on everyone's mind is, what exactly has she been up to since her controversial departure from ABC's hit show "Roseanne"? The answer seems to be a lot of reflection, especially on social media platforms.
On a recent Saturday, August 25, Roseanne took a moment to connect with her fans via Twitter. "Got new Dr.'s and am doing better now. Thanks everyone!" she posted, along with a selfie. It remains unclear whether Roseanne was referring to a health issue or the aftermath of the cancellation of "Roseanne," which stemmed from a racist tweet she made earlier that year.
got new Dr.’s and am doing better now. Thanks everyone! pic.twitter.com/XT57DBrzBs
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Her Journey Through the Storm
Back on June 13, Roseanne addressed her fans again, reassuring them that she was holding up fine despite the intense backlash she faced. In a series of tweets that felt more like a torrent of thoughts, the 65-year-old mother of five opened up about her situation. "1) I want u all 2 know I’m fine. I’ve been using this time 2 reflect & gain insight on what I said & how it was misunderstood..," she began.
She continued, "Needless 2 say I’m NOT what people have accused me of! I’ve never practiced ‘RACISM’ in my entire life & never will. Meantime…" Her words, though heartfelt, came off as a bit jumbled, perhaps a sign of the emotional turmoil she was experiencing.
Roseanne's attempt at reconciliation with her fans and the African American community seemed earnest but somewhat misguided. She referenced Malcolm X, a figure whose legacy she seemed to admire, and even promoted Kanye West's new album, which she described as a profound exploration of mental illness. "Listen to @kanyewest new album about mental illness, it’s the greatest thing ever," she tweeted.
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2) I’ve been watching this new doc called "Malcolm X: An overwhelming Influence on th Black Power Movement.” Directed by my dear friend Thomas Muhammad (my campaign manager in 2012)who called me immediately when my show was canceled. https://t.co/honkeu54wl
password-FINALXDRAFT— Roseanne Barr (@therealroseanne) June 14, 2018
Staying Connected with Her Fans
Roseanne hasn't shied away from keeping her fans updated on her daily life. On June 14, she shared a glimpse into her day, which included making picture frames with her mother and enjoying music. "Today I am making picture frames with my beautiful precious mom, and listening to her and Johnny play music together. I’m in heaven!" she wrote. "I’m singing all day. I’m learning Amy Winehouse songs. Life is great. The hounds bark, but the caravan moves on. LAUGH ALL YOU CAN EVERYDAY! love u all," she continued.
Though her career may have taken a hit, Roseanne's presence on social media is stronger than ever. She's even given some candid interviews about the incident, and there have been whispers of her starting her own talk show. The question remains: would you tune in to see what Roseanne Barr has to say next?
