“Roseanne” star Roseanne Barr, 70, looks “amazing” as she returns to Hollywood nearly five years after she was fired and “lost everything.”

*Roseanne* star Roseanne Barr, 70, is back in the spotlight and looking “amazing” nearly five years after being fired and losing it all. Barr, seen rocking long hair and makeup in a recent photo, even playfully flirted with A$AP Rocky, Rihanna’s boyfriend.

In her return to Hollywood, Barr opened up about how her TV daughter, Sara Gilbert, “destroyed” her life. Despite the challenges she faced, Barr is making a strong comeback with her new comedy show, *Roseanne Barr: Cancel This!*, bringing her trademark humor back to the stage.

Adding to her resurgence, a new documentary exploring her long and complex career was recently released. This return to show business follows the fallout from her 2018 controversy, when she made an insensitive comment about Valerie Jarrett, a former presidential adviser. The backlash led to Barr being “canceled,” and as she put it, she “lost everything.” The comment came just as her *Roseanne* reboot was beginning to air, but executives quickly pulled the plug on the show after the controversy.

Reflecting on the ordeal, Barr shared that it felt like a personal attack, especially when her character was killed off after the show’s cancellation. Now, she’s reclaiming her place in the entertainment world with renewed confidence and a fresh perspective.

But Barr refused to lie down. She opened up about the years after 2018, saying it was discouraging to be silenced wherever she went. She asked the studio executives for a chance to apologize and explain her actions, but they refused. She mentioned, “And they denied me the right to apologize.”

Luckily, Barr has gotten back up again and is being open about her experiences between 2018 and now. She has taken a step back from Twitter, investing in her Instagram presence instead. And fans have shown their support, saying, “You look fabulous Roseanne.”

Many fans flooded Barr’s comment section with support after the 70-year-old unveiled her fresh “makeup and long hair” look. One fan enthusiastically wrote, “You look absolutely AMAZING!!!!” Embracing her newfound confidence, Barr playfully sent a message to A$AP Rocky, joking, “Call me when you get tired of Rihanna.”

Sara Gilbert, who portrayed Barr’s on-screen daughter in *Roseanne*, also weighed in on the buzz surrounding the post.

Barr posed for an Instagram post, flashing a big smile as she showed off her new hairdo and freshly done nails. The post radiated her happiness at being back in the spotlight after her controversy, and fans flooded the comments with compliments, praising her look and her recent interview.

How Did Roseanne Barr Feel After Being Canceled?
Losing her job and being condemned by many former fans and colleagues took a heavy toll on Barr. She revealed that she felt incredibly isolated, describing the experience as if she were under attack from all sides by people who, in her view, were jealous and wanted to see her fail. Barr also felt deeply hurt by how the situation unfolded, especially after her character was written out of the show. She saw it as a personal blow, saying it was a clear message that she wasn’t wanted anymore, dismissing years of work and dedication.

In a heartfelt comment, she expressed, “I’m the only person who’s lost everything, whose life’s work was stolen, stolen by people who I thought loved me.” The cancellation was a devastating period for her, which she described as a “witch-burning” and “terrifying” time. She shared that there were moments when she felt like she had “died many times.” Though she’s happy to be back, the pain of that ordeal still lingers.

What Did Sara Gilbert Do Before Barr’s Cancellation?
After Barr’s controversial comments in 2018, Hollywood quickly reacted with widespread condemnation. Many figures, from producer Shonda Rhimes to congressman John Lewis, criticized Barr’s words and called on her to apologize. However, one response stood out more than others.

Sara Gilbert, who played Barr’s on-screen daughter on *Roseanne* and was instrumental in rebooting the show, also publicly criticized the tweet. Gilbert had previously worked closely with Barr to bring the reboot to life, but her disapproval added a personal layer to the controversy, deepening the impact on Barr.

After Barr’s controversial tweet, Sara Gilbert took to Instagram to distance herself and the show from the remarks. She stated that the showrunners and staff did not share the views expressed in Barr’s tweet, calling the post “abhorrent” and clarifying that the show did not reflect the implications of Barr’s comments. In response, Barr fired back with a sharp statement:

“She destroyed the show and my life with that tweet. She will never get enough until she consumes my liver with a fine Chianti.”

While Barr attributed much of her downfall to Gilbert’s remarks, Gilbert responded by insisting that harming Barr was never her intention. She expressed that the end of the show was heartbreaking for her as well and added that, despite everything, she would always consider Barr family.