The Moment That Changed Everything
Let's take a step back and look at what really happened. Roseanne Barr, a comedian who's been in the spotlight for decades, became a ticking time bomb just waiting to explode. She had a history of making inflammatory comments on Twitter, but one particular tweet lit the fuse. When she compared Obama administration adviser Valerie Jarrett to the offspring of the "Muslim Brotherhood and Planet of the Apes," the reaction was immediate and devastating. ABC didn't waste a second in canceling her show. The reboot of her beloved sitcom from 1988 to 1997 had been one of last season's biggest hits, but that didn't matter. Channing Dungey, the network's entertainment president, didn't mince words: Roseanne's comments were "repugnant and completely out of line with our values."
The Fallout: Financial and Emotional
This decision didn't come without a price. ABC potentially lost up to $60 million in ad revenue, and countless cast and crew members found themselves out of work. Yet, some of Roseanne's co-stars stood by the network's choice. Sara Gilbert, who was instrumental in reviving the show, expressed her disappointment in Roseanne's behavior. "To say I'm disappointed is an understatement," she wrote. Meanwhile, Emma Kenney, who played Sara's TV daughter, praised the Disney-owned network for taking a moral stand. "Bullies will never win," she added, showing her support for the decision.
Sara Gilbert and Roseanne Barr.
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Her coworkers were well aware of Roseanne's unconventional political views and her penchant for conspiracy theories. They tried their best to steer clear of those topics on set. "It was like having an older relative with opposing political beliefs—just don't bring it up," an insider told Closer Weekly. "They were cautious not to provoke her." But even the best intentions couldn't prevent the inevitable.
After the Crash: A Star in Turmoil
The sudden cancellation of the show sent Roseanne into a tailspin. Her ex, Tom Arnold, revealed that she's struggling with mental health issues. "Roseanne is self-destructive, and things are only going to get worse," the insider said. "She's still in shock." Meanwhile, her former colleagues are reeling. Some are even considering legal action to recover lost wages. "They're all completely devastated," the insider added. "The younger cast members are confused and angry, while the seasoned actors are livid at Roseanne."
Roseanne Barr and Tom Arnold.
Can the Show Survive Without Her?
There's been speculation about continuing the show without Roseanne, similar to how The Hogan Family and Two and a Half Men moved forward after their respective stars exited under less-than-amicable circumstances. Writer-producers Lena Dunham and Mindy Kaling even offered to create new projects for some of the displaced Roseanne cast members, including Emma
