Roseanne Barr fires profanity at former TV son Michael Fishman

Roseanne Barr opened an upcoming episode of her *Can’t Be Censored* podcast with a profanity‑filled tirade aimed at former “Roseanne” co‑star Michael Fishman. She accused him of refusing to listen to her explanations about the 2018 racist tweets that had sparked a national backlash.

The outburst follows the brief revival of *Roseanne* on ABC and the subsequent cancellation of the show.

Barr’s remarks came days after she apologized for a May 2018 tweetstorm that targeted Chelsea Clinton, George Soros and former Obama adviser Valerie Jarrett.

She claimed she was “the only reason” Fishman returned for the reboot, while also calling him a “brain‑washed bigot.” The feud has attracted attention as Fishman later defended ABC’s decision to remove Barr from the show.

The rift began when Fishman publicly condemned Barr’s 2018 remarks and suggested that the network had misjudged her. In response, Barr launched a blistering attack, using slurs and threatening language that she said would continue until Fishman’s death.

The incident highlights how the fallout from Barr’s controversial tweets has spilled into her personal relationships.

## What Happened

In a recent podcast segment, Barr declared, “He f–king doesn’t even f–king know what I said,” claiming she had “explained it 10,000 times for nine years on the internet.” She went on to say that Fishman had not taken the time to listen and labeled him a “brain‑washed bigot.” Barr further stated, “I told him, ‘Let me explain this to you, Michael.

Go and f—k yourself and stay f—ked until the day you die.’” She also accused him of lacking geopolitical context and added, “Go f—k yourself you little f—king worm.”

Barr’s remarks followed Fishman’s request for a private conversation after she had tried to explain her side. She responded with a heated retort, calling him a “little f—king putz” and claiming she had secured his role in the 2018 reboot. The exchange occurred on an episode yet to air, .

The podcast excerpt was shared by Barr’s official social media channels. No response has been received from Fishman or his representatives, and no further statements have been issued by either party at this time.

## Background & Context

Barr and Fishman first worked together from 1988 to 1997 on the sitcom *Roseanne*, where Fishman portrayed her onscreen son, DJ Conner. In May 2018, Barr sparked controversy with a series of tweets that targeted public figures, including Chelsea Clinton, George Soros and Valerie Jarrett.

The next day she issued a blanket apology and announced she was leaving Twitter.

The *Roseanne* reboot premiered in 2018 but was canceled by ABC two months later after the tweet controversy. Fishman was later cast on *The Conners*, a direct continuation of the original series that continued without Barr.

In a statement last month, Fishman defended ABC’s decision, noting that “good people make mistakes” and expressing ongoing compassion for Barr.

Fishman also commented on the fallout from Barr’s tweets, saying that while he “love[s] the one who made this mistake,” the remarks caused real‑world damage and dehumanizing effects. These statements highlight how the controversy has impacted both their professional and personal relationships.

## What Happens Next

Page Six has reached out to a representative for Michael Fishman for comment, but no reply has been received. Barr’s latest public appearance remains her forthcoming podcast episode, where she intends to elaborate on the misunderstanding with Fishman. No legal action or formal apology has been announced by either party following the rant.

The situation remains largely unresolved, with both individuals continuing to engage with their respective audiences through social media and television projects. Fans and observers will likely await Barr’s podcast release for further details on her perspective. No additional developments have emerged as of this writing.

The feud illustrates how a single controversial tweet can reverberate across a career, affecting former colleagues and future opportunities. How the conversation evolves will depend on the responses from both Barr and Fishman in the coming days.